Southern Africa Sex Workers Alliance-SASWA

13/08/2026

It’s THURSDAY! we THINK back to the recent AIDS2026 Conference IAS - International AIDS SocietyInternational AIDS ConferenceS*x Workers came in forces to march and advocate for universal inclusion of S*x Workers in accessing modern HIV treatment and prevention methods!

We acknowledge our giant Comrades, Duduzile Dlamini: SWEAT Advocacy Manager S*x Workers Education and Advocacy Taskforce & Kholi Buthelezi: Sisonke Executive Director Sisonke for organising and launching such a powerful advocacy initiative.

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29/07/2026

29/07/2026

In reflection on rethinking and rebuilding global partnerships. The SASWA Regional coordination participated in a discourse titled:

“From Dialogue to Action: Advancing Faith and Political Leadership for HIV
Innovation and Accountability”

Congratulations ViiV Healthcare in partnership with Global Equality Caucus for creating such a space and ensuring that communities are engaged to lead such holistic dialogues.

We appreciate Red Umbrella Fund and Aidsfonds for supporting participation of the Regional Coordinator in AIDS 2026 conference International AIDS ConferenceIAS - International AIDS Society



African S*x Workers AllianceSisonkeBread Of Life Eswatini Adult Glam DivasInerela+Chera Malawi

29/07/2026

This is how great and energetic AIDS 2026 commenced! IAS - International AIDS SocietyThe SASWA Regional team is represented and ready to join in the conversation around ReThinking, ReBuilding and Rising.


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Red Umbrella FundAfrican S*x Workers AllianceAdult Glam DivasChera MalawiFemale s*x workers association

29/07/2026

29/07/2026

The response is driven by innovation and community power.

At IAS - International AIDS Society 2026 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, ASWA stands with communities to champion a future where science, equity, and community leadership remain at the center of the HIV response.

In these challenging times, we must come together to rethink our approach, rebuild systems, and rise to protect science, equity and progress.

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17/07/2026

🎉 AGD at AIDS 2026!
We are proud to announce that AGD will be represented at the AIDS 2026 Conference, taking place 26–31 July 2026 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
Our Director, Bongani Dikaya Dube Runya , has been selected as a presenter following the acceptance of AGD's abstract:

" : From Policing to Partnership — Community-Led Safety, Rights and Service Access for *x_Workers in Peri-Urban Mining Communities Near Bulawayo, Zimbabwe."
This presentation showcases AGD's community-led work in advancing the safety, rights, and access to health services for s*x workers in peri-urban mining communities in Zimbabwe. It reflects our commitment to evidence-based advocacy, meaningful community leadership, and ensuring that s*x workers' voices shape policies and programmes that affect their lives.
We are honoured to share our experiences and learn from partners and communities from around the world as we continue building a more inclusive and rights-based HIV response.

Congratulations to our Director, and to the entire AGD community whose dedication made this achievement possible.
See you in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil! 🇧🇷
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15/07/2026

15/07/2026

📌📌📌 SASWA and ASWA African S*x Workers Alliance will be represented and present in the upcoming AIDS 2026 IAS - International AIDS Society conference in Rio de Janeiro Brazil. We are proud to be participating. Join us as we advance S*x Workers HIV, SRHR and Health equity for all.

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Red Umbrella FundAdult Glam DivasSisterhood For Health Equality in ZambiaShez ZambiaSprings of Life ZimbabweHealthPlus 4 Men -SwazilandBread Of Life Eswatini Voice Of Our Voices EswatiniAssociação CubhahwaZimbabwe S*xworkers Alliance Powwow ByoATSAAssociação de Direito das MulheresFemale s*x workers associationChera MalawiSisonkeSisonke Botswana OrganisationNamibian S*x Workers AllianceEqual Rights for All MovementAsijiki CoalitionS*x Workers Education and Advocacy Taskforce