Combating Discrimination against People with HIV

Presentation Event
2020 National Ryan White Conference on HIV Care & Treatment
Organization
U.S. Department of Justice
Presenter(s)
David Knight, Megan Schuller
Description

This session will educate recipients on the protections of the Americans with Disabilities Act, so as to better inform and advise clients with HIV (as well as Opioid Use Disorder) on their rights to be free from HIV discrimination, in furtherance of the national goal of eradicating stigma and discrimination.

Learning Objectives

  1. Identify illegal discrimination against people with HIV, opioid use disorders, or disabilities in employment, housing, public accommodations, and the provision of public and private services. 2. Discuss strategies for addressing illegal discrimination.
  2. Learn where to find additional resources.

Event Details

Event:
2020 National Ryan White Conference on HIV Care & Treatment
Track:
Population-Based Approaches for Improving Access, Engagement/Reengagement, and Health Outcomes
Abstract:
16273

We'd like your feedback

Was this page helpful?
I found this page helpful because the content on the page:
Check all that apply
I did not find this page helpful because the content on the page:
Check all that apply
Please include an email address if you would like a response
Please include an email address if you would like a response
Did you use this approach in your work?
Not yet because
If no, why not?