Are you a content creator, peer educator, or HIV advocate with a passion for shifting the needle on HIV prevention? If you have a track record of driving change and want to take your impact to the global stage, this is your moment.
Applications for the AIDS 2026 Prevention Ambassador Fellowship are officially open! This is a unique opportunity to join the frontlines of the 26th International AIDS Conference in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
Why Apply?
This fellowship isn't just about attending a conference; it’s about becoming a bridge between groundbreaking science and the communities that need it most. Successful fellows will be fully supported to:
- Lead the Conversation: Implement a digital content project ahead of the conference as part of the IAS Rethink. Rebuild. Rise. campaign.
- Create in Rio: Translate complex science, policy, and activism into engaging digital content live from AIDS 2026 (26–31 July 2026).
- Expand Your Network: Connect directly with world-class researchers, policymakers, and fellow activists.
- Grow Professionally: Gain access to exclusive networking and professional development opportunities in a global setting.
Who are they looking for ?
They are looking for voices that resonate. While all advocates are encouraged to apply, priority will be given to those who:
- Represent Key Populations: Including people living with HIV, LGBTQ+ individuals, sex workers, people who inject drugs, and adolescent girls/young women.
- Focus on Equity: Applicants based in low- and middle-income countries or those producing content for underserved audiences.
- Are Community-Rooted: Those who can demonstrate a history of collaboration with community-led organizations or advocacy coalitions.
Key Details & Dates
📅 Deadline to Apply: 15 February 2026📍 Conference Location: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
📧 Questions? Reach out to hivprevention@iasociety.org
Don’t miss your chance to help Rethink our approach, Rebuild our momentum, and Rise toward a future without HIV.
