Together, let's end the stigma related to HIV/AIDS and STIs

Get informed, protect yourself, and support those who need it.

Everything you need to know about HIV / AIDS

Clear, simple explanations to raise awareness, educate, and help you learn more.

What is HIV?

Understanding HIV, a viral infection that affects the immune system.

HIV / AIDS: The difference

HIV is the virus that can weaken the immune system, while AIDS is the advanced stage of the infection.

How is HIV transmitted?

The main modes of HIV transmission and how to protect yourself?

U=U: undetectable = untransmittable

When the viral load is undetectable, the risk of HIV transmission becomes very low.

Protect Yourself,

Protect Others

Protecting your health means preventing the transmission of STIs and HIV through effective means: condoms, PrEP, PEP, vaccines (for certain STIs) and combination prevention.

Get informed and adopt good practices for you and your loved ones.

Combination prevention?

Combining different prevention tools for better protection.

(U=U)

Undetectable = Untransmittable:

A scientific breakthrough that changes perceptions and saves lives

PrEP

A preventive treatment to significantly reduce risks

PEP

A solution after potential exposure to HIV.

Did You Know?

That the HIV Test is a simple finger prick and takes only a few minutes?

Testing

An HIV Test is:

Why is it important?

Breaking taboos

Talking about HIV and STIs helps demystify these topics and eliminate associated fears and judgments, creating an open and inclusive discussion space.

Encouraging testing

By addressing these topics regularly, we encourage individuals to get tested, thus reducing the transmission of HIV and STIs.

Supporting affected individuals

Opening the conversation shows people living with HIV or an STI that they are not alone, providing them with moral and emotional support.

FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to your questions about HIV, STIs and prevention.

Yes, with effective antiretroviral treatment, a person living with HIV can have a life expectancy similar to someone who is not living with HIV. Regular medical follow-up is essential to maintain an undetectable viral load.

No, some STIs can be asymptomatic (showing no symptoms). This is why it's important to get regular screenings, even in the absence of apparent signs.

No, HIV is not transmitted through everyday contact, such as hugging, kissing, sharing food or objects. It is only transmitted through specific body fluids (blood, semen, vaginal secretions and breast milk).

PrEP (Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis) is intended for HIV-negative people at high risk of contracting HIV, such as those with multiple partners. It is prescribed after a medical evaluation.

If you think you have been exposed to HIV or an STI: • Get tested as soon as possible. • If the exposure is recent (less than 72 hours), consult immediately to access PEP (Post-Exposure Prophylaxis).

Yes, in Tunisia, antiretroviral treatments for HIV and medications for STIs are available. You can consult a doctor or go to specialized health centers (La Rabta Hospital, Tunis; Farhat Hached – Sousse; Fattouma Bourguiba – Monastir; Hédi Chaker – Sfax). Note: HIV treatment is free in Tunisia and available only in these 4 centers.

Together for a Common Mission

Meet the members of our board, professionals and volunteers committed to working every day to raise awareness, educate and defend rights related to sexual and reproductive health. Their expertise, dedication and passion are at the heart of our actions.

Dr. Bahzed welyeddine Fitouhi

Founding President

Dr. Yesmine Ben Cheikh Brahim

General Secretary

Nidhal chemengui

Treasurer