Peer Power Sexual Health Program

08/09/2026

Normalizing the Conversation: Stop Waiting for HIV Symptoms 🩺

Did you know that around 50% of newly reported HIV cases in Hong Kong are diagnosed late? According to recent data from the Centre for Health Protection, nearly 80% of these late-diagnosed individuals have never taken an HIV test before. Let's go deeper into this theme to understand why early detection is so critical.

1. What is a "Late Diagnosis"?
A late diagnosis happens when someone tests positive for HIV only after the virus has already spent years quietly replicating in the body. Because HIV frequently has a long asymptomatic phase, a person can feel perfectly healthy while their internal immune defenses are secretly being dismantled.

2. The Severe Reality of Developing AIDS
If HIV is not diagnosed in time, it progresses to AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome), which is the final, most severe stage of the virus:

- Immune System Collapse: Your body loses its ability to fight off infections. You become highly vulnerable to severe, rare illnesses like Pneumocystis pneumonia (P*P) and tuberculosis.

-High Fatality Risk: Without treatment, the fatality rate for AIDS is exceptionally high, as the body can no longer defend itself against everyday pathogens. Globally, studies show that individuals diagnosed late experience a tenfold increase in mortality rates within the first year compared to those diagnosed early.

- A Harder Recovery: When the immune system is heavily damaged, it is much harder to rebuild. Even with treatment, your body may never fully recover its original immune strength.

- Transmission Risks: Without knowing your status, you cannot access medications that lower your viral load, increasing the risk of accidentally passing the virus to your partners.

3. The Power of Early Diagnosis
Finding out early changes everything. Early diagnosis allows you to start modern treatments that protect and maintain your body health perfectly. Effective medication suppresses the virus to undetectable levels, allowing you to live a long, full life and ensuring you cannot pass the virus to sexual partners (Undetectable = Untransmittable).

📍 Free & Confidential Testing Every Sunday
Taking control of your health shouldn't be stressful or public. Peer Power is here to support you:

👥 100% Free, Anonymous, and Confidential: Your privacy is entirely protected. No personal identification is required.
📅 Open Every Sunday: We offer weekend slots so you can easily fit testing into your routine without disrupting your work week.

Book now: https://forms.gle/JWzmec6Y7jacy6No8

Treating HIV testing as a regular yearly body check is a smart, responsible way to stay in control of your health. There is absolutely no reason to feel embarrassed. If you have never taken an HIV test before, don't wait. Take action and have an HIV test immediately. Make testing a routine yearly habit and book your session today.

Due to a system upgrade, appointment bookings will temporarily be processed via this Google Form. The Foundation offers free 4-in-1 rapid blood tests covering HIV, Syphilis, Hepatitis B, and Hepatitis C for the public. Service Hours: Mong Kok Service Centre: Sun: 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM (Peer Power Sund...

08/09/2026

[Important Notice | "BookTestEasy" System Upgrae & Service Arrangements]
The Hong Kong AIDS Foundation provides safe, convenient, and confidential health testing services to the public. To further enhance our digital service standards and user experience, our online rapid testing booking platform, "BookTestEasy," will undergo a comprehensive system upgrade from 1 September 2026.
During this upgrade period, all HIV and STI rapid testing services will remain fully operational as normal. Please note the following interim arrangements:
🔹 New Bookings
Members of the public who wish to book testing services for September may register via our dedicated online booking link in the "Booking & Enquiries" section below.
🔹 Existing Bookings
If you have already made an appointment for September via the system, your booking remains valid and no re-registration is required. Our staff will reach out via our official WhatsApp (5500 3772) to confirm your appointment details.
Booking & Enquiries
• 🔗 Dedicated Online Booking: https://forms.gle/4hJ6Zwx2mtFtTfJH7
• 💬 WhatsApp (Enquiries & Booking):5500 3772
• 📱 LINE Official Account: hivtesting
Thank you for your patience and understanding. The Foundation remains committed to optimizing our platform to deliver a seamless, secure booking experience for everyone.
＃BookTestEasy

Due to a system upgrade, appointment bookings will temporarily be processed via this Google Form. The Foundation offers free 4-in-1 rapid blood tests covering HIV, Syphilis, Hepatitis B, and Hepatitis C for the public. Service Hours: Mong Kok Service Centre: Sun: 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM (Peer Power Sund...

25/07/2026

Due to the approach of Typhoon Noul, the services of Peer Power this Sunday (26 July) will be suspended, to ensure everyone's safety.

Individuals affected can rebook testing services through here:

https://booktesteasy.aids.org.hk/en/services/peerpower/

We apologize for any inconvenience caused.

Contact us:
AIDS Helpline: 2513 0513
WhatsApp: 5500 3772
LINE: hivtesting

20/03/2026

【QuickHomeTest】FREE HIV Self-Test Kit Distribution -- Know Your Status

You may update your relationship status 💑
But have you ever checked your HIV Status? 🤔

A = Available (Single)
O = Occupied (In a relationship)
C = Complicated (It's complicated)

You know how to use A/O/C to express your relationship status, but do you know your own HIV status? 💭

Know yourself, be responsible for yourself. ✨
Know yourself, be responsible for your partner. 💕

The Hong Kong AIDS Foundation is pleased to relaunch the【QuickHomeTest】programme, offering free HIV self-testing kit for men / women who have had sexual contact with opposite-sex partners. This easy-to-use kit allows you to conduct a simple blood-based HIV antibody test at home. The process takes just 15 minutes and delivers results with an accuracy of over 99%.

🎁 The Hong Kong AIDS Foundation has specially created three distinct diatom coasters (A, O, and C) featuring our mascot, Condom BB. If your chosen coasters runs out, another coaster will be provided instead.

Application link: https://forms.gle/jGwsTKVR9zT1EShXA
HIV Self-Test Kit are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Enquiries:
WhatsApp: 5500 3772
The Hong Kong AIDS Foundation reserves the right of final decision.

Supported by： Government-funded Programme

With special thanks to and .hk for designing our adorable new mascot and the exclusive coasters.
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【QuickHomeTest】Distribusi Kit Tes HIV Mandiri GRATIS -- Ketahui Status Anda

Anda mungkin memperbarui status hubungan Anda💑
Tetapi pernahkah Anda memeriksa status HIV Anda? 🤔
A = Lajang (Available)
O = Berpasangan (Occupied)
C = Rumit (Complicated)
Anda tahu cara menggunakan A/O/C untuk menyatakan status hubungan Anda, tetapi apakah Anda tahu status HIV Anda sendiri? 💭
Kenali diri Anda, bertanggung jawablah atas diri Anda sendiri. ✨
Kenali diri Anda, bertanggung jawablah atas pasangan Anda. 💕

Yayasan AIDS Hong Kong dengan senang hati meluncurkan kembali program 【QuickHomeTest】, yang menawarkan kit tes HIV mandiri gratis untuk pria/wanita yang telah melakukan kontak seksual dengan pasangan lawan jenis. Kit yang mudah digunakan ini memungkinkan Anda untuk melakukan tes antibodi HIV berbasis darah sederhana di rumah. Prosesnya hanya memakan waktu 15 menit dan memberikan hasil dengan akurasi lebih dari 99%.

🎁 Yayasan AIDS Hong Kong telah secara khusus membuat tiga tatakan gelas diatom yang berbeda (A, O, dan C) yang menampilkan maskot kami, Condom BB. Jika tatakan gelas pilihan Anda habis, tatakan gelas lain akan diberikan sebagai pengganti.

Cara mendaftar:
Kunjungi: https://forms.gle/jGwsTKVR9zT1EShXA
Kit Tes Mandiri HIV tersedia berdasarkan prinsip siapa cepat dia dapat.
Pertanyaan:
WhatsApp: 5500 3772
Yayasan AIDS Hong Kong berhak atas keputusan akhir.
Didukung oleh: Program yang didanai Pemerintah

Terima kasih khusus kepada dan .hk atas desain maskot baru kami yang menggemaskan dan tatakan gelas eksklusif ini.
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Thank you for applying for Hong Kong AIDS Foundation's "QuickHomeTest'' FREE HIV Self-Test Kits Distribution -- Know Your Status Programme in 2026. Please fill in the following information. Visit our page: https://www.facebook.com/PeerPowerHKAF/ Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hkaf...

12/03/2026

Inclusive HIV & STD testing service for Non-Chinese Speakers. Culturally sensitive, 100% confidential. Sunday slots available. Book via BookTestEasy.

06/03/2026

🌟 Join Us for an empowering Sexual Health Talk! 🌟

We invite you to an informative session focused on sexual health and well-being. You will learn more about HIV and different sexual transmitted disease and have a chance to discuss crucial topics such as safe practices, consent, and reproductive health—all in a welcoming and open environment.

💬 Let’s break the stigma and foster a community of understanding and support!

📅 Date: 15, 29 March 2026
🕒 Time: 10:00
📍 Location: HKAF Mong Kok Centre
🔗 https://forms.office.com/r/cE16HuWt5A
💬 5500 3772

We have 20 spaces for each session only. First come, first served.

This is a great opportunity to gain knowledge and ask questions in a safe space. Don’t miss out—let’s learn and grow together! 💖

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Contact us:
AIDS Helpline: 2513 0513
WhatsApp: 5500 3772
LINE: hivtesting

01/12/2025

World AIDS Day 2025: Standing Together in Compassion and Strength

Today is December 1st—World AIDS Day.

We had planned to gather with our community across Hong Kong to honor those we've lost to AIDS, celebrate the resilience of people living with HIV, and share important information about prevention and health. But in light of the heartbreaking fire that took the precious lives of *Indonesian and Filipino domestic helpers* and brought devastating loss to so many families, we've decided to pause our public events. Today, we stand alongside all Hong Kong communities in grief and send our deepest sympathies to everyone affected by this tragedy.

This terrible fire reminds us of two powerful truths:

- *Life is fragile, and our health is a gift we must treasure.* In a single moment, tragedy can strike. Those who survived and are healing show us how important it is to care for ourselves and each other.

- *In our hardest times, humanity shines brightest.* We've seen firefighters risk everything to save lives, healthcare workers work without rest to help the injured, neighbors support each other, and volunteers come from across the city to offer help. This spirit of selfless love, genuine care, and reaching out to help—this is what makes Hong Kong strong, and it's what makes our diverse community beautiful.

*We are deeply grateful to the Hong Kong community for the outpouring of support, compassion, and solidarity shown to our Indonesian and Filipino sisters and brothers during this devastating time.*

On this World AIDS Day, what the red ribbon represents—compassion, understanding, and unity—matters more than ever. While we can't be together in person today, and while our hearts are heavy with loss, we invite each of you to remember this day in your own meaningful way.

*The Meaning of the Red Ribbon*

- *Every person deserves dignity.* People living with HIV have the same right to respect, care, and a good life as everyone else—no matter where they come from or what language they speak.

- *Their experiences teach us all.* They show us why prevention is so important, why getting tested early can save lives, and why staying on treatment matters. They remind us to choose understanding over fear, and knowledge over stigma.

- *HIV is a health issue, not a judgment.* The virus doesn't care about your background, your beliefs, or where you're from—anyone can be affected. We must never let discrimination or prejudice harm our brothers and sisters living with HIV.

- *How we treat each other is what counts most.* A friendly greeting, a genuine smile, acceptance without questions—these simple acts can light up someone's world and give them hope. When we offer understanding instead of judgment, we give people living with HIV the courage and dignity to live fully.

*Remembering, Honoring, Moving Forward*

Today, as we mourn those lost in the fire, we also remember all who have died from AIDS. We honor every person living with HIV who faces each day with incredible courage and strength. Thank you for your bravery and resilience.

Let the spirit of the red ribbon—compassion, understanding, and solidarity—be the strength that lifts us through this sorrowful time and carries us forward together.

*Peer Power*
December 1, 2025 – World AIDS Day