AIDS-Free Generation Z

Overview

AIDS-Free Generation Z: A Call to Action for Improving Youth-Focused HIV Programming

This report describes EGPAF’s work toward ending HIV and AIDS among Generation Z. Generation Z refers to the generation of people born in the late 1990s and early 2000s. The report summarizes EGPAF’s approach and the impact of its work on this population; describes key lessons from EGPAF’s experience about how best to reach and effectively serve young people; traces the evolution of EGPAF’s work with and for young people, with a particular focus on how the input and guidance of young leaders themselves have shaped EGPAF’s approach; and notes the continuing challenges that efforts to end HIV and AIDS among young people confront and recommendations from EGPAF on how to overcome these challenges.

As this report explains, much has been accomplished in the struggle against HIV among young people. But this fight is far from over, especially for young people who account for a disproportionate share of new HIV infections, and who experience worse outcomes than adults with key HIV treatment measures. However, it is equally clear that we have the means to end HIV/AIDS among young people – if we listen to and meaningfully engage young people, let scientific evidence be our guide, and maintain commitment to see this fight through to the end.

Lead the Way to an AIDS-Free Generation Z

Lead the Way to an AIDS-Free Generation Z is as a youth-friendly companion to the AIDS-Free Generation Z. This publication serves as a youth-centered and developed conversation guide. It is a call-to-action for adolescents and youth living with, or affected by, HIV.