Human rights belong to everyone. They are not negotiable or conditional. Yet around the world we are witnessing a rise in governments restricting freedoms that keep people safe. This #HumanRightsDay, Richard Pyle writes about why LGBTQ+ rights are key to human rights and ending AIDS.🔗 bit.ly/4iLw9bq

Together, we can create lasting impact 🧡 89% of every dollar generously donated to the @eltonjohnaidsfoundation.org goes towards expanding access to lifesaving HIV prevention, treatment and support. Join us in protecting and expanding HIV care around the world 🌍

The NHS has just been given the green light to significantly expand access to HIV prevention medication, PrEP. We welcome the updated @bashhuk.bsky.social / @bhiva.bsky.social guidelines on the use of PrEP, which mark a major step forward for HIV prevention in the UK.

Today’s @unaids.org report shows that by the end of 2024, AIDS-related deaths were at their lowest in over 30 years. But this data was collected before the collapse in international HIV funding — a crisis that could undo decades of progress.

2024 was a year of impact, a year of action, a year of reaching further 🚀 We funded 119 programs across four continents last year - doubling the number of people reached with lifesaving HIV services compared to 2023. 👉 Read our 2024 Annual Report: www.eltonjohnaidsfoundation.org/about-us/ann...

Our CEO, Anne Aslett, responds to today’s announcement from the Department of Health and Social Care, highlighting the importance of prevention, digital-first care, and community-based support in reaching a future with zero new HIV cases in the UK. @rthonwesstreeting.bsky.social

This #Pride, lets turn up the volume on love, courage & compassion!🌈🎶 Brandi Carlile's Looking Out Foundation is matching donations up to $100,000, to support the @eltonjohnaidsfoundation.org's mission. Double your impact today: lookingoutfoundation.donorsupport.co/page/WhoBeli...

In a powerful co-authored article for @usatoday.com, Jeanne White-Ginder, and Elton John reflect on the legacy of the Ryan White CARE Act and why now is a critical moment to protect and expand HIV prevention programs in the United States. Read the full op-ed: eu.usatoday.com/story/opinio...

Elton John AIDS Foundation statement as the US Administration announces 2026 Budget Request: www.eltonjohnaidsfoundation.org/statement-as...

We’re deeply saddened by the passing of Naomi Burke-Shyne - a fearless advocate, a powerful leader, and a committed partner in the global mission to end AIDS. Her legacy lives on in the lives she changed and the movement she helped shape. Thank you, Naomi 🧡 @harmreductionintl.bsky.social

As of 2023, 16% of pregnant women living with HIV did not have access to HIV treatment that would prevent them from passing the virus on to their child. 👇Keep reading to learn about MTCT (mother-to-child transmission).

We warmly welcome the decision by the Scottish Government to introduce opt-out HIV testing in Emergency Departments across NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, and NHS Lothian. @johnswinney.bsky.social

PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis) is a vital tool in HIV prevention and can be beneficial for more people. It can be taken as a daily pill which acts as a shield to prevent HIV.

Trinidad and Tobago ‘put a target on LGBTQIA+ people’ after recriminalising homosexuality

🚨 A new study by @burnetinstitute.bsky.social, published in @thelancet.bsky.social, warns of the devastating impact cuts to international HIV funding could have on millions of lives, including up to 10.8M more HIV cases by 2030 in low-and-middle income countries and up to 2.9M HIV-related deaths.

International funding for HIV had been critical in reducing HIV transmission and related deaths. Our new modelling study published in @thelancet.bsky.social HIV today found international aid cuts could undo decades of progress and lead to 10.7 million new infections and 2.9 million deaths by 2030.

New modelling from Burnet Institute published in @thelancet.bsky.social HIV warns that the world could face higher rates of annual new HIV infections by 2030 (up to 3.4 million) than at the peak of the global epidemic in 1995 (3.3 million). theconversation.com/foreign-aid-...

Aid cuts predicted to cause 2.9 million more HIV-related deaths by 2030 – study

“The simple truth is this- either we invest wisely now, or face far greater costs in the future. To achieve an AIDS-free America, HIV prevention efforts should be expanded, not eliminated.” Read more at Reuters: www.reuters.com/business/hea...

What an incredible night at the British Diversity Awards in London! While 'Speak Up Sing Out' didn’t take home the trophy, we’re proud to have been a finalist for Community Project of the Year! This campaign was all about love, compassion & acceptance, messages needed now more than ever 🧡

The results of the clinical trial published in @thelancet.bsky.social this week, indicating that a new formulation of long-acting PrEP could prevent HIV infections with just one shot per year, are highly encouraging. (1/3)

We are gravely concerned about the decision by the U.S. Administration to cut more than 90% of contracts held by USAID, many of which they had already deemed “lifesaving”. This abrupt action could have devastating effects on the HIV response and put years of progress in jeopardy.

The desertion, or worse defection, of the United States in the global war between democracy and authoritarianism has plunged Europe into crisis. Here are the four things we should do now to ensure the war for democracy isn't lost. blairmail.substack.com/p/winning-th...

A scorecard for our age. #Mandela20

I wrote about that for TIME magazine today time.com/7212435/gavi...

Just a little reminder that the South Korean president who just declared martial law was elected two years ago on a wave of anti-feminist backlash. Misogyny is routinely part of the authoritarian package. www.bbc.com/news/world-a...

Over the last two years, the Foundation & Zipline have partnered in Kenya to help more than 55,000 young people access HIV testing and prevention. Now, we’re expanding to Nigeria, where over 1.9 million people are living with HIV, and young people aged 15-24 account for 41% of new cases.

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This isn’t just about fashion — it’s about compassion. Tonight, we’re proud to recognise #WorldAIDSDay at the Opening Night Gala of The Devil Wears Prada Musical in support of the Elton John AIDS Foundation 👠

HIV has changed for the better thanks to advances in medication, but AIDS is not over because many people in developing countries still cannot access lifesaving antiretroviral treatment. #WorldAIDSDay

Today we remember those who've lost their lives, and commit to ending deaths by AIDS. We must: ☑️ Ensure everyone has access to HIV prevention and treatment. ☑️:End stigma and discrimination around HIV. ☑️:Make testing the norm. #WorldAIDSDay

Today we remember those we've lost to AIDS & support those living with HIV. The UK aims to end new HIV cases by 2030. Here's what we need:   👉Expand HIV testing 👉Increase PrEP access 👉Support for all 👉Combat stigma   Together we can achieve this goal. #WorldAIDSDay #ZeroHIV

This evening we had the pleasure of attending the #WorldAIDSDay reception in Number 10. We must remember those who have died over the past 40 years & remember there is more to be done. We will do everything to ensure this Gov delivers. @florenceeshalomi.bsky.social @lizbarkerlords.bsky.social

"There is so much more to do, and time is ticking for us to get everything in place to reach the ambitious 2030." Read Danny Beales' piece in @politicshome.bsky.social about the launch of our new report - Getting on Track - with @thtorguk.bsky.social & @nationalaidstrust.bsky.social: bit.ly/3CInrd7

The @unaids.bsky.social’s latest report calls on everyone, everywhere, to take the RIGHTS path to #endAIDS as a public health threat by 2030. 👉 Read the full report, featuring an essay from our Founder, Elton John: rightspath.unaids.org #WorldAIDSDay2024

The UK has the opportunity to be the first country to end new HIV cases. Our CEO, Anne Aslett & Director of Policy & Advocacy, @richardpyle.bsky.social, share 6 actions that the UK Government must prioritize in their next HIV Action Plan to make this a reality. Read the report👉https://bit.ly/4eKAacL

📄Getting on track: becoming the first country to end new #HIV cases by 2030. Together with @thtorguk.bsky.social & @nationalaidstrust.bsky.social, we've launched a new report that spotlights six key actions the UK Government must prioritize in their new HIV Action Plan ➡️ bit.ly/4eKAacL

Delighted to see the combined work @nationalaidstrust.bsky.social @eltonjohnaidsfoundation.org @thtorguk.bsky.social in this report setting out 6 key pointers for England to achieve the ambition of “Getting to Zero” new #HIV infections by 2030.

In the Magazine from Sir Elton John | 🗣️ "Inequality threatens our future. Stigma and discrimination, fear and neglect are pushing millions of people away from lifesaving health services and standing in the way of ending AIDS as a public health threat." Read more: www.newsweek.com/2024/11/29/e...

Elton John recently emphasized the importance of inclusion and empathy in the fight against AIDS in a powerful article for Newsweek. His message is a reminder that empathy and action go hand in hand in the fight. #HIV www.newsweek.com/2024/11/29/e...