Educational Trainings on Chemsex and PrEP in Estonia оrganized by the Estonian Network of People Living with HIV

From December 5 to 7, trainings on chemsex and pre-exposure HIV prophylaxis (PrEP) were held in Tallinn, Narva, and Jõhvi. The invited expert from Germany, Dr. Gennadii Ustinov, provided participants with up-to-date information on reducing risks associated with psychoactive substance use and effective prevention methods.

Participants included medical professionals, social workers, activists, representatives of vulnerable groups, and individuals interested in gaining additional knowledge. They learned about how PrEP works, methods of supporting vulnerable communities, solutions to issues related to chemsex, and ways to combat stigma. The trainings helped strengthen professional competencies and contributed to creating a safer and more informed society.

Estonian Network of People Living HIV sincerely thank all participants for their active involvement and contribution to the success of these trainings!

We are all going through difficult times

December 1 – World AIDS Day was first proclaimed by WHO since 1988 and since that time we have achieved a lot, but the most important thing is that modern medicine have already allowed HIV infection to move from the category of fatal to the category of chronic diseases. By starting antiretroviral therapy on time and following all the doctor’s prescriptions, people living with HIV can live long and full lives. There is no cure for AIDS, but it is possible to slow down its development. Since there is access to antiretroviral therapy in Estonia, HIV / AIDS must be viewed as a disease and not as a death sentence.

When we realize the magnitude of the impact of viruses on our lives, we will strive to minimize the risk of contracting them. But for this there is still a lot to do. First, we need an open dialogue, where we can find the right solution. Secondly, investments are needed, and not small ones, which will facilitate the fate of every Estonian.

On World AIDS Day, we want to remind once again that the human right to health is a basic right of each of us. And no one has the right to deprive us of it! We wish, more than ever before, to mobilize all our efforts to eradicate stigma and discrimination, violations of human rights and to bring a clear understanding that we are all vulnerable.

Join us on December 1st to show your support in the fight against viruses and to honor the people who have died from AIDS and COVID-19.

1. Light a memorial candle on the terrace, balcony, garden or wherever it suits you

2. Remember and pray for relatives, friends, acquaintances who died from AIDS.

3. Share your memory and photo with us on social networks and do not forget to tag us with #ehpv or @ EHPV – Eesti HIV-positiivsete võrgustik

Info:
+372 5870 6070 in Russian
+3725100504 in Estonian
+37257816023 in English
ehpv@ehpv.ee

www.ehpv.ee

Estonian Network of PLHIV.

#Tallinn #Tartu #Pärnu #Narva #EHPV #Convictus #Veklgbt #Tallinnbearty #LUNEST  #We are grateful to our #partners for #support and long-term trusting relationships and hope for a further fruitful #cooperation. On 25.10.24 a round table was held in Tallinn with the participation of representatives of the  #communities. @ehpv.ee @tallinn.bearty @convictus_estonia @vek.lgbt  @lunest2016
The round table was held in an unusual format. where, in an informal setting, lidears remembered the past and shared plans for the future.  devoted to relevant issues. on the topic «Increasing the Potential of LGBT Migrants in Estonia». estonia  is one of the safest and most equal countries for LGBT+ persons. But that is not necessarily the case if you live here as an asylum seeker or refugee, hoping to be safe and live a free life.
LGBT+ persons applying for asylum in Estonia  or having a permit to stay as refugees experience solitude, harassment, difficult mental challenges and rejection, due to lack of knowledge about LGBT+ problems. EHPV  is working to change that.

Since 2022  EHPV has provided a safe social network, counseling and support to LGBT+ #refugees and asylum seekers. We cooperate with the  authorities and we are doing advocacy. Internationally we cooperate with other LGBT+ organisations.

You can contribute as a counselor and contact person if you identify as an LGBT+, LGBT+HIV+person. You can also contribute as an interpreter. Need help? EHPV offers counselling and support to LGBT+ persons who apply for asylum or have a permit to stay as refugees in Estonia . If you want to know more, contact us – you have the option to remain completely anonymous.

You can join EHPV  as an asylum activist, refugee, contact person, interpreter/translator or event planner. Our refugees group is our group for LGBT+ refugees who have been granted asylum and residence in Estonia. @ecom.ngo

EHPV’s Participation in Festheart 2024

EHPV proudly participated in Festheart 2024, where we conducted awareness-raising activities about HIV. During the festival, we distributed condoms, lubricants, and self-testing kits for HIV, promoting prevention and increasing awareness.

We thank the organizers of Festheart for the opportunity and all participants for their active engagement in the dialogue!