Citation

AIDS Policy Law 1996; 11(8): 5.

Copyright

(Copyright © 1996, Buraff Publications)

DOI

unavailable

PMID

11363462

Abstract

A report issued by the Anti-Violence Project and the National Association of People with AIDS recommends that AIDS service providers (legal, social, and medical) take the lead in tackling HIV-related violence. More than one in five HIV-positive people say they have been the target of assault, harassment, or intimidation because of their infection. Service providers are urged to break through the silence by acknowledging their client's concerns and offering assistance through local anti-violence programs. The report also recommends imposing harsher penalties on hate crimes aimed at people with disabilities, including HIV. A separate report found that most HIV-related violence goes unreported.

Language: en