What question did this study set out to answer?

The aim is to explore the necessary steps to effectively end the HIV epidemic through shared knowledge and collaboration.

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May 25, 2026Open Access

What will it really take to end the HIV epidemic?

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The aim is to explore the necessary steps to effectively end the HIV epidemic through shared knowledge and collaboration.
Held 66 sessions over three days
Welcomed 571 delegates from 56 countries
Engaged various sectors including academia, government, and non-governmental organizations.
Fostered discussions on behavioral and psychosocial aspects of HIV/AIDS
Shared lessons and analyses from diverse perspectives
Emphasized the need for financial support to enhance participation and collaboration.

Abstract

At this point in the HIV epidemic the 13th International AIDS Impact Conference took place in Cape Town, South Africa, in November 2017. The theme for the meeting was "What will it really take to end the epidemic?" It comprised 66 sessions over three days and welcomed 571 delegates from 56 countries, nearly half of whom benefited from some form of financial support to attend. Participants represented academia, government, non-governmental organisations, and communities and came together to share lessons, analyse and debate behavioural and psychosocial aspects of ending the HIV/AIDS epidemic.

What will it really take to end the HIV epidemic?

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