What question did this study set out to answer?

To evaluate the stigma and discrimination faced by people living with HIV in South Africa.

May 24, 2026Open Access

The People Living with HIV Stigma Index 2.0 South Africa

Key Points

To evaluate the stigma and discrimination faced by people living with HIV in South Africa.
Surveyed people living with HIV across six districts in South Africa.
Participants willingly shared personal information and experiences regarding stigma.
Analyzed data to inform advocacy for stigma mitigation campaigns.
Identified significant levels of stigmatization and discrimination among participants.
Findings will support the development of targeted stigma mitigation strategies.
Participant feedback highlights the need for more supportive interventions.

Abstract

This study surveyed people living with HIV (PLHIV) in six districts of South Africa. The successful completion of this study required not only the technical knowledge and skills of those involved but also their commitment to and passion for the elimination of HIV-related stigma and discrimination. First, we acknowledge and thank the PLHIV who consented to take part in this study. Without their voluntary participation this study would not have been possible. They shared with us their time, personal information, and experiences despite many still experiencing stigmatization and discrimination. The information provided will assist in advocating for the implementation of stigma mitigation campaigns in South Africa.

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Human Sciences Research Council (Fri,) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a12960648a0ea166567273a https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.14749/32359323

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