Living Positive Victoria - LPV

Living Positive Victoria - LPV We are committed to enabling and empowering all people living with and affected by HIV in Victoria.

๐—Ÿ๐—ถ๐˜ƒ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด ๐—ฃ๐—ผ๐˜€๐—ถ๐˜๐—ถ๐˜ƒ๐—ฒ ๐—ฉ๐—ถ๐—ฐ๐˜๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—ถ๐—ฎ ๐˜๐—ฎ๐—ธ๐—ฒ๐˜€ ๐—ผ๐—ป๐—น๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ฒ ๐˜€๐—ฎ๐—ณ๐—ฒ๐˜๐˜† ๐˜ƒ๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐˜† ๐˜€๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐—ถ๐—ผ๐˜‚๐˜€๐—น๐˜†. ๐—ช๐—ฒ ๐—ฒ๐—ป๐—ฐ๐—ผ๐˜‚๐—ฟ๐—ฎ๐—ด๐—ฒ ๐—ฎ๐—น๐—น ๐—ฝ๐—ฒ๐—ผ๐—ฝ๐—น๐—ฒ, ๐˜„๐—ต๐—ฒ๐˜๐—ต๐—ฒ๐—ฟ ๐—›๐—œ๐—ฉ ๐—ฝ๐—ผ๐˜€๐—ถ๐˜๐—ถ๐˜ƒ๐—ฒ ๐—ผ๐—ฟ ๐—ป๐—ผ๐˜, ๐˜๐—ผ ๐—ฒ๐—ป๐—ด๐—ฎ๐—ด๐—ฒ ๐—ถ๐—ป ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐˜€๐—ฝ๐—ฒ๐—ฐ๐˜๐—ณ๐˜‚๐—น ๐—ฎ๐—ป๐—ฑ ๐—ฐ๐—ผ๐—ป๐˜€๐˜๐—ฟ๐˜‚๐—ฐ๐˜๐—ถ๐˜ƒ๐—ฒ ๐—ฐ๐—ผ๐—ป๐˜ƒ๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐˜€๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ผ๐—ป๐˜€ ๐˜„๐—ถ๐˜๐—ต ๐˜‚๐˜€ ๐—ผ๐—ป ๐˜๐—ต๐—ถ๐˜€ ๐—ฝ๐—น๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ณ๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—บ. ๐—ช๐—ฒ ๐—ต๐—ฎ๐˜ƒ๐—ฒ ๐˜‡๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐—ผ ๐˜๐—ผ๐—น๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐—ฎ๐—ป๐—ฐ๐—ฒ ๐—ณ๐—ผ๐—ฟ ๐—ฑ๐—ถ๐˜€๐—ฐ๐—ฟ๐—ถ๐—บ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ผ๐—ป, ๐—ฏ๐—ถ๐—ด๐—ผ๐˜๐—ฟ๐˜† ๐—ผ๐—ฟ ๐—บ๐—ถ๐˜€๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ณ๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—บ๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ผ๐—ป, ๐˜„๐—ต๐—ถ๐—ฐ๐—ต ๐—บ๐—ฎ๐˜† ๐˜€๐—ฒ๐—ฒ๐—ธ ๐˜๐—ผ ๐—ต๐—ฎ๐—ฟ๐—บ, ๐—ฏ๐—ฒ๐—น๐—ถ๐˜๐˜๐—น๐—ฒ ๐—ผ๐—ฟ ๐—บ๐—ถ๐˜€๐—ด๐˜‚๐—ถ๐—ฑ๐—ฒ ๐—ผ๐˜‚๐—ฟ ๐—ฐ๐—ผ๐—บ๐—บ๐˜‚๐—ป๐—ถ๐˜๐˜† ๐—ผ๐—ฟ ๐˜๐—ต๐—ฒ ๐—ด๐—ฒ๐—ป๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐—ฎ๐—น ๐—ฝ๐˜‚๐—ฏ๐—น๐—ถ๐—ฐ.
๐—œ๐—ป ๐˜€๐—ผ๐—บ๐—ฒ ๐—ฐ๐—ฎ๐˜€๐—ฒ๐˜€ ๐˜„๐—ฒ ๐—บ๐—ฎ๐˜† ๐—ฐ๐—ต๐—ผ๐—ผ๐˜€๐—ฒ ๐˜๐—ผ ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐—บ๐—ผ๐˜ƒ๐—ฒ ๐—ฐ๐—ผ๐—บ๐—บ๐—ฒ๐—ป๐˜๐˜€ ๐—ผ๐—ฟ ๐˜

๐—ต๐—ฒ ๐—ฎ๐—ฏ๐—ถ๐—น๐—ถ๐˜๐˜† ๐˜๐—ผ ๐—ฐ๐—ผ๐—บ๐—บ๐—ฒ๐—ป๐˜ ๐—ฒ๐—ป๐˜๐—ถ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐—น๐˜†, ๐—ณ๐—ผ๐—ฟ ๐˜๐—ต๐—ฒ ๐˜€๐—ฎ๐—ณ๐—ฒ๐˜๐˜† ๐—ผ๐—ณ ๐—ผ๐˜‚๐—ฟ ๐—ฐ๐—ผ๐—บ๐—บ๐˜‚๐—ป๐—ถ๐˜๐˜†. ๐—œ๐—ณ ๐˜†๐—ผ๐˜‚ ๐—ณ๐—ฒ๐—ฒ๐—น ๐—น๐—ถ๐—ธ๐—ฒ ๐˜†๐—ผ๐˜‚ ๐—ฎ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ ๐—ฏ๐—ฒ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด ๐˜๐—ฎ๐—ฟ๐—ด๐—ฒ๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ฑ ๐—ฑ๐—ถ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐—ฐ๐˜๐—น๐˜† ๐—ฏ๐˜† ๐—ฎ๐—ป๐˜†๐—ผ๐—ป๐—ฒ, ๐—ฝ๐—น๐—ฒ๐—ฎ๐˜€๐—ฒ ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐—ฎ๐—ฐ๐—ต ๐—ผ๐˜‚๐˜ ๐˜๐—ผ ๐˜‚๐˜€ ๐—ผ๐—ฟ ๐˜๐—ต๐—ฒ ๐—ฒ๐—ฆ๐—ฎ๐—ณ๐—ฒ๐˜๐˜† ๐—–๐—ผ๐—บ๐—บ๐—ถ๐˜€๐˜€๐—ถ๐—ผ๐—ป๐—ฒ๐—ฟ (๐—ฒ๐˜€๐—ฎ๐—ณ๐—ฒ๐˜๐˜†.๐—ด๐—ผ๐˜ƒ.๐—ฎ๐˜‚). Living Positive Victoria (People Living with HIV/AIDS Victoria Inc) is a community-based organisation that works to advance the human rights and wellbeing of people living with HIV. Vision: Living Positive Victoria shares the vision of the National Association of People with HIV Australia of a world where people living with HIV live their lives to their full potential, in good health and free from discrimination. Mission: To enable and empower all people affected by and living with HIV in Victoria to be part of the response that seeks an end to the HIV epidemic. Values:

Dignity โ€“ We are proud of who we are, where we have come from, and the path we are leading. Innovation โ€“ We are agile in our responsiveness to the needs of our community, effecting change from within. Respect โ€“ We respect and support our membersโ€™ autonomy over their individual life-decisions and experiences. Diversity โ€“ We support, and in turn are strengthened by, our communityโ€™s diversity and their confidence to express it in all aspects of life. Living Positive Victoria is a not for profit, community based organisation representing all people living with HIV in Victoria since 1988 and is committed to the advancement of human rights and wellbeing of all people living with HIV. In response to the HIV/AIDS epidemic in the 1980s, Living Positive Victoria was created as a safe place to provide support and advocate those living with virus. The demand for services increased over the years and the organisation has now grown to a team of 16 individuals providing workshops, peer-support and activities that increase the mental, emotional and social wellbeing of those living with, or affected by HIV. Living Positive Victoria also works closely in partnership with a range of HIV-sector and other organisations to deliver a comprehensive and coordinated response to the needs of PLHIV in Victoria, nationally and internationally. Living Positive Victoriaโ€™s services reach a member base of more than 1,600 individuals, their partners and family members and their families across all races, ethnicities, genders, ages, and sexual identities. Living Positive Victoria is an Australian, incorporated association and registered Australian Charity for taxation purposes.

23/06/2026

๐ŸŒ™ Tonight MARS Gallery welcomed guests for their latest exhibit, โ€œPolaroid, Polaroid, Polaroidโ€.

The exhibition brought together many original Polaroid photographs, each capturing a unique moment, perspective or story. It was wonderful to see everyone exploring the collection, connecting with one another and supporting a cause that makes a real difference in our community.

Every Polaroid purchased helps support people living with HIV experiencing financial hardship through LPVโ€™s FLIP Fund.

A special thank you to MARS Gallery, the contributing artists, organisers, volunteers and everyone who made the event such a success. Your generosity, creativity and community spirit were on full display.

If you were unable to make it to the opening but would like to donate, head here ๐Ÿ‘‰ https://forms.lpv.org.au/civicrm/contribute/transact?reset=1&id=1

๐Ÿ’™ Asking for help can sometimes feel awkward. As an organisation run by people living with HIV, we get it.But the truth ...
23/06/2026

๐Ÿ’™ Asking for help can sometimes feel awkward. As an organisation run by people living with HIV, we get it.

But the truth is, Living Positive Victoria wouldnโ€™t be where it is today without the support of our community. From our incredible volunteers to our generous donors, itโ€™s people like you who help keep us going.

As we approach the end of the financial year, weโ€™re asking for your support. If youโ€™re in a position to do so, a tax-deductible donation of $2 or more can help someone living with HIV access urgent support and care through our FLIP Fund.

The FLIP Fund provides emergency financial assistance to people living with HIV who are experiencing financial hardship, helping them access essential items and services when they need them most.

๐Ÿ‘‰ Donate securely here https://forms.lpv.org.au/civicrm/contribute/transact?reset=1&id=1

๐Ÿณ๏ธโ€โšง๏ธ This week, we were extraordinarily proud to launch an Australian-first report exploring the experiences of trans a...
19/06/2026

๐Ÿณ๏ธโ€โšง๏ธ This week, we were extraordinarily proud to launch an Australian-first report exploring the experiences of trans and gender diverse people living with HIV in Victoria.

Commissioned by Living Positive Victoria and developed in partnership with the Australian Research Centre in S*x, Health and Society , Transgender Victoria and Thorne Harbour Health , the study explores experiences of healthcare, support services, social connection, identity and belonging.

The findings provide valuable insights that can help shape more inclusive clinical services, support programs and future research.

Thank you to everyone who contributed their experiences and expertise to this important project. Together, we can build services and communities where trans and gender diverse people living with HIV feel seen, supported and connected.

You can access the report by heading to ๐Ÿ‘‰ lpv.org.au/reports

18/06/2026

We have to make sure is looked after too! ๐Ÿ’ฅ๐ŸŽณ๐Ÿœ

Here are a few moments from our recent team building day, complete with laser tag, bowling and plenty of delicious Chinese food.

If youโ€™ve got a special shout out to one of our amazing team, weโ€™d love to hear it ๐Ÿ’™

And donโ€™t forget, we have plenty of awesome free events including bowling and laser tag for people living with HIV. Head to lpv.org.au/events to find out more!

๐Ÿ•บ๐Ÿผ Today is HIV Long-Term Survivors Awareness Day.We honour and celebrate the resilience, strength and contributions of ...
05/06/2026

๐Ÿ•บ๐Ÿผ Today is HIV Long-Term Survivors Awareness Day.

We honour and celebrate the resilience, strength and contributions of long-term survivors living with HIV.

Long-term survivors have lived through profound change. From the uncertainty of the early years of the epidemic to the advances in treatment we have today, their experiences, advocacy and leadership have shaped the HIV response and strengthened our communities.

Today is an opportunity to recognise those who have navigated decades of stigma, loss, resilience and survival, while acknowledging the unique challenges many long-term survivors continue to face.

To all long-term survivors: thank you for your courage, your wisdom and your ongoing contribution to our community. Your stories matter, and your legacy continues to make a difference. ๐Ÿ’™

๐Ÿณ๏ธโ€โšง๏ธโšง๏ธ Join Living Positive Victoria and Latrobe University as we report findings from our Australian-first study into ...
03/06/2026

๐Ÿณ๏ธโ€โšง๏ธโšง๏ธ Join Living Positive Victoria and Latrobe University as we report findings from our Australian-first study into the experiences of trans and gender diverse people living with HIV.

In an Australian first, this qualitative study investigated the experiences of trans and gender diverse people living with HIV, focusing on Victoria. It included experiences of navigating health and support services, social connection, identity, and belonging. The study was a joint project between the Australian Research Centre in S*x, Health and Society (La Trobe University) , Living Positive Victoria, Transgender Victoria and Equinox (Thorne Harbour Health). Its findings and recommendations should be used to improve clinical and support services, research, and program development for trans and gender diverse people living with HIV.

Register to attend in person or online here ๐Ÿ‘‰ https://lpv.org.au/event/report-launch-the-experiences-of-trans-and-gender-diverse-people-living-with-hiv/

โ„๏ธ๐Ÿงค๐Ÿงฃ Get up and stay warm this winter with a great range of socials, workshops and community events! Register at lpv.org...
29/05/2026

โ„๏ธ๐Ÿงค๐Ÿงฃ Get up and stay warm this winter with a great range of socials, workshops and community events!

Register at lpv.org.au/events
Spaces are limited so be sure to book your spot today.

  ๐Ÿ‘‰ Check out some of the events on offer from NAPWHA and LPV๐Ÿ’ป Register online
27/05/2026



๐Ÿ‘‰ Check out some of the events on offer from NAPWHA and LPV

๐Ÿ’ป Register online

LPV is All In on reconciliation. Today we acknowledge the ancient history and cultures of the lands where we live and wo...
27/05/2026

LPV is All In on reconciliation.

Today we acknowledge the ancient history and cultures of the lands where we live and work, as well as the violent recent history and continued discrimination experienced by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders.
We acknowledge that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are disproportionately affected by HIV and we remain steadfast in our commitment to closing this gap.

In December last year, we released the first part of our Reconciliation Action Plan (Reflect) and have been meeting regularly with community members to listen, learn and discuss our objectives.
You can read our RAP on the โ€˜Reportsโ€™ section of our website ๐Ÿ‘‰ https://lpv.org.au/reports-and-resources/reports-and-publications/reconciliation-action-plan/

To find out how you can get involved with head to Reconciliation Australia

LPV offices are on the lands of the Wurundjeri People of the Kulin Nation.

Address

Level 4, 25 Elizabeth Street
Melbourne, VIC
3000

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+61398638733

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