The G20 has endorsed the financial replenishment of the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria, reinforcing the case for Australia to also play its part in ending the world’s three great epidemics. G20 leaders made their commitment in…

The Australian Federation of AIDS Organisations strongly endorses Health Minister Greg Hunt’s call to eradicate tuberculosis in the Asia Pacific within a decade. Minister Hunt made the call at this week’s Global Health Security conference, currently being held in Sydney.…

The Australian Federation of AIDS Organisations has paid tribute to four health leaders recognised in this week’s Queen’s Birthday honours list. Emeritus Professor Susan Kippax was made an Officer (AO) in the General Division of the Order of Australia, for…

The Australian Federation of AIDS Organisation welcomes the availability of new HIV testing technology on the Australian market. AFAO CEO, Darryl O’Donnell said: “We know a lot of people delay testing for HIV due to fear and embarrassment. Self-testing helps…

The federal Government has tonight granted the greatest increase in funding to prevent, diagnose and treat sexually transmitted infections and blood-borne viruses in at least two decades, with a $45 million boost over four years. The Australian Federation of AIDS…

AFAO Chief Executive Officer, Darryl O’Donnell: The Australian Federation of AIDS Organisations expresses its deepest sadness with the death of Chris Gration. Chris provided inspired leadership for the community-led HIV response at a critical time. Chris was elected to the…

The Australian Federation of AIDS Organisations welcomes President Trump’s commitment to ending HIV transmission in the United States by 2030. The President announced the initiative in his State of the Union address. The President’s commitment is an important intervention and…

The Australian Federation of AIDS Organisations has paid tribute to six leaders of the community-led HIV response who have been recognised in the Australia Day 2019 Honours list. Mark Orr, AFAO’s Vice President, was recognised for significant service to community…

The approval of Australia’s first HIV self-test will add momentum to the HIV prevention effort by making testing more accessible, the Australian Federation of AIDS Organisations said today. The Therapeutic Goods Adminstration approved the Australian devised and manufactured Atomo HIV…

The Australian Federation of AIDS Organisations is pleased to announce the election of Robert Griew as its president. Mr Griew will serve a two-year term, bringing 25 years of deep experience in health and community services to the role. This…