Activists urge Starmer to safeguard HIV care for LGBT+ communities worldwide.

Activists, including nearly 700 health workers and LGBT+ rights advocates, are urging Sir Keir Starmer to maintain the UKs funding for global HIV prevention amid significant cuts to overseas aid.

Almost 700 health workers and LGBT+ rights campaigners from 40 countries signed a letter urging Sir Keir Starmer to protect funding for global HIV prevention efforts.
The UK government is currently deliberating its financial contributions to HIV prevention as it faces deep cuts to overseas aid, impacting vulnerable communities worldwide.
Activists are asking the prime minister to address the funding gap created by the USs withdrawal from global health initiatives following Donald Trumps drastic cuts to AIDS funding.

Why It Matters

This appeal underscores the critical role of international funding in combating HIV and AIDS, particularly as many countries rely on external support. Ensuring continued UK contributions is vital for protecting the health and rights of LGBT+ communities globally.