Editorial: The reality of our HIV epidemic
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HIV is surging back through our communities and we now have to improve our game a hell of a lot to overcome it.
"HIV still affects my life, every single day"
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As HIV infection rates reach record high levels in NZ, long-time HIV+ researcher Michael Stevens says "believe me - it still sucks to get this virus."
Towards 2010: the NZAF's progress
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Posted in:
HIV
2nd March 2009
In Part 3 of our interview, the NZAF boss explains social marketing and takes stock of progress towards the Foundation's stated goals.
NZ AIDS Foundation awards human rights leader
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Posted in:
HIV
20th February 2009
The NZAF has announced that a Life Membership will be awarded to Richard Tankersley, a Takatāpui Tane leader and the first Takatāpui Human Rights Commissioner in 2009.
NZAF answers: Homophobes, staff and money
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Posted in:
HIV
5th February 2009
NZAF boss Rachael Le Mesurier addresses recurring allegations about employee management, financial reporting and the Wellness Fund.
Facing the HIV "blowout" and the critics
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Posted in:
HIV
26th January 2009
As the HIV diagnosis rate looks set to rise again, the NZAF's boss responds to criticisms of the Foundation and the changes she has instigated.
Editorial: Taking the NZAF to task
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Posted in:
HIV
24th January 2009
With the HIV infection rate amongst gay and bi men predicted to rise again is the NZAF up to the challenge?
Former Dot's bar owner joins NZAF staff
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The former owner of much-missed Ponsonby Road bar Surrender Dorothy - and the alter ego of drag diva Onya Nees - has started work at the NZ AIDS Foundation.
The NZ AIDS Foundation's 2008 in review
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In a video presentation, the NZAF reports back to the community on its activities through 2008, and plans for the future.
The UK's gay blood battle
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Gay equality campaigner Peter Tatchell has crossed swords with the UK's leading HIV prevention agency over a continued blood donation ban on gay men.
Red ribbons around NZ for World AIDS Day 2008
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Street appeals, parties, a picnic, a comedy evening and even a fashion show are all planned to raise awareness and funds for the local fight against HIV.
"Happy Birthday to Me"
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When Michael became HIV+ at the age of 27, his doctor said he only had about two years left to live. Today he turns 47, and reflects on life with the virus.
Planting a Pohutukawa at the Circle of Friends
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Posted in:
HIV
16th October 2008
The native tree featured at this year's Candlelight Memorial has been planted in its new home. Here's Wayne Otter's speech at the planting ceremony.
The NZAF's website: Due for an Extreme Makeover
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The NZ AIDS Foundation's website will finally be hauled into the 21st century – and a familiar face is behind its redevelopment.
Pan Pacific HIV conference 'eye-opening and inspirational'
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Posted in:
HIV
6th September 2008
HIV+ people, educators and support workers from around the Pacific gathered in Auckland last week to discuss the realities of HIV in this part of the world.