Short Summary: In order for people living with HIV/AIDS to achieve greater involvement in every aspect of their lives and on the various local, national, regional and international platforms, they need to be able to develop and enhance their skills to participate in public debates and decision-making. This manual has been written for support and self-help groups of and for people with HIV and AIDS, groups which also include families, friends and carers, and groups that are educating, campaigning or lobbying for the rights of people with HIV. It aims to help develop the confidence, skills and arguments for ensuring that people with HIV are listened to and involved on an equal basis and also to break down barriers between HIV positive people and others. The group activities, checklists and ‘hints and tips’ featured in the manual enable the group to explore the group dynamic as well as to plan actions, access funds, develop communications skills for advocacy and campaigning and in personal and professional relationships. Available in English, French, Spanish, Portuguese, and Russian

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