The IBMS London Branch EDI committee is organising a webinar to commemorate World HIV Day 2025. Commemoration, Awareness, and Lived Experience will take place on the 1st December 2025 at 6:00 pm, hosted by Sue Alexander, Jemma Shead and Nikki Emodi.

We are honoured to welcome distinguished speakers from the Terrence Higgins Trust who will be sharing their lived experiences:

• Sue Hunter – Positive Voices Speaker and Lived Experience Programmes Coordinator
• LeaSuwanna Griffith - Positive Voices Speaker and London HIV Ambassador
• Pank Sethi – Positive Voices Speaker and London HIV Ambassador

Attendees will learn the importance of World AIDS Day and understand why continued awareness, advocacy, and education remain essential. The webinar will cover:

• The current challenges and progress in HIV prevention, treatment, stigma reduction, and community support across the UK.
• The lived experiences of people living with HIV, gaining deeper insight into personal journeys, stigma and empowerment.
• The role of Positive Voices and Terrence Higgins Trust in supporting individuals and educating communities.