Understanding Relationships and Processes in HIV Advocacy

Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) remains a significant health justice concern with increasing political threats to education, prevention, and treatment. North Carolina continues to face significant intersectional disparities in preventing and treating HIV resulting in high incidence rates compared to the rest of the United States. However, North Carolina has an established HIV advocacy network that aims to improve the lives of those impacted by HIV. The rationale for this project is that understand the network of organizations involved in how HIV is overseen in North Carolina. It seeks to explore what, how, and why these organizations interact to inform current and future advocacy efforts that contribute to improving the lives of those living with HIV.