Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences The Nossal Institute for Global Health

Overcoming Stigma and Discrimination in Manipur and Nagaland, India

Description: This two-year project aims to reduce HIV/AIDS related Stigma & Discrimination in Nagaland and Manipur, India against marginalised groups, affected communities and PLHA by applying a coordinated mix of local mass media together with individual and community-based interpersonal communication inter­ventions designed to raise people’s awareness and change attitudes. The Project will apply a capacity development approach by providing training and skills development to local video production firms.

Country/Region: India

Funding Agencies: Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation

Partner Organisations: EHA

Project duration: 2007-2009

Key Nossal Staff: Sasi Kumar, Prarthna Dayal, Bernice Dzuvichu, Menosau Kevichusa, Jubita Hajarimayum, Angela Rintoul

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