Y+ Global

Youth voices must shape the #GlobalFund GC8. Register for our webinar to learn how youth-led networks can engage in grant writing, influence funding priorities & drive impact in HIV, TB & malaria responses. 🗓️ Wednesday 8 April 🕒 11:00 CET | 16:00 ICT 🔗us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

Do you or someone you know have what it takes to lead the development of a bold, youth-driven regional campaign on HIV and SRHR in Eastern and Southern Africa? The UNITED! Movement is looking for a dynamic consultant to co-create an impactful regional campaign , amplify youth voices, and drive meaningful change across the region. 📩 Apply now or share with them to apply and be part of a movement shaping the future of youth-led advocacy. Scan QR Code or follow the link: yplusglobal.org/work-with-us-u… #CallForApplications #ConsultantOpportunity #UNITEDMovement #SRHR #HIVAdvocacy

Save the date by registering: 🗓️ Wednesday 8 April 🕒 11:00 CET | 16:00 ICT 🔗us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

We are deeply saddened by the passing of Stephen Lewis, former UN Special Envoy for HIV/AIDS in Africa. A tireless advocate for women, children and communities most affected by AIDS, his voice and courage shaped the global response. His legacy lives on in the work we continue

From learning to leading ✨ Through the #LEAPAcademy, young advocates are strengthening their voices, building skills, and shaping a future where health and human rights are protected for all. This is just the beginning of their journeys. @ejaf @frontlineaids

📣 Call for Proposals: Refugee Speak Out 2026 KNESWO Feminist Initiative invites producers to document untold stories of refugee & migrant sex workers through powerful video & audio storytelling. 📅 31 Mar – 8 Apr 2026 📩 kneswo@gmail.com | WhatsApp: +254707480048

UNAIDS is deeply saddened by the passing of His Excellency Ratu Epeli Nailatikau, a steadfast champion of dignity, inclusion, and the HIV response across the Pacific Read the full feature story here: unaids.org/en/resources/p…

The READY Academy 3.0 was a monumental moment for young people across East and Southern Africa. It strengthened the capacity of 30 young advocates to hold their leaders accountable to their promises and policies. Access our READY Academy 3.0 Outcome Report and discover how we used innovative approaches to strengthen young people’s minds in advocacy. #READYAcademy3.0 #WeAreREADY #READYMovement

One month to go until #WHS2026 in Bangkok, Thailand! Join a unique global gathering of decision-makers, implementers, and communities working together to accelerate hepatitis elimination through a strong public health approach. Learn more and register: worldhepatitissummit.org/2026-registrat…

We are pleased to be officially growing with @Yplus_Global, being a member and a partner shows great milestone for YARHU

Our network is growing! 🤝🌍 KNESWO Feminist Initiative is proud to announce our official partnership with Y+ Global through an MoU. Together, we strengthen solidarity, amplify voices, and advance HIV & human rights for queer refugees and sex workers. ✊🏽🌈 #KNESWO #YPlusGlobal

Proudly associated!

We remain committed to building resilient systems, fostering inclusion, and ensuring that the voices of young people—especially those living with HIV—are heard, respected, and prioritized. @Yplus_Global @AfriYANGH @PanelUnfpa

ICYMI: You can rewatch the Post-Anglophone Africa Communities and Civil Societies Regional Meeting on Meaningful Engagement in Global Fund GC8 feedback listening session on YouTube here: youtu.be/gQepyfU3S7E As GC8 processes in countries unfold we will encourage all young people to link with the Youth Representatives in Country Coordinating Mechanisms to ensure they meaningfully engage in this process and youth priorities remain protected and visible in country grant applications through to grant-making, implementation and monitoring. Special thank you to our partners we collaborated with to make this feedback listening session a success @women4globalfund @eannaso_org @yplus_global @unaids_esa @anglophoneafricaregionallearninghub #gc8 #globalfund

The Y+ Global team is here at the Communities & Civil Society Regional Meeting in Bangkok 🇹🇭 with @sevenallianceap. We’re engaging with partners across Asia & the Pacific to strengthen meaningful youth engagement in the @GlobalFund GC8 process!

Our network is growing. 🤝🌏Through new MoUs with networks of people living with & affected by HIV and other health issues, we’re strengthening partnerships when civic space is shrinking. This is how we stay connected, collective, and powerful. Discover👉 yplusglobal.org/who-we-are

Be part of the conversation and join experts in women’s #HIV care. The 16th International Workshop on Women & HIV 2026 (10–11 April, Prague 🇨🇿) will cover migration, access to care, prevention strategies, ageing, and recent clinical advances. Register 👉🏼 virology.eventsair.com/international-…

Youth-led advocacy thrives when young people have access to the right tools. Through the UNITED! Movement, a range of resources have been developed to support young advocates working on HIV and SRHR including the YOUTH ADVOCACY BRIEF titled: Young, Bold and Informed! Powering our Voices in SRHR and HIV Advocacy in ESA. Explore this tool designed to strengthen youth leadership, support peer education, and encourage meaningful participation in advocacy spaces by scanning the QR code or here:hovqr.me/4082a16c #UNITEDMovementESA

Our work under the Gender Equality Fund is progressing! This month, @Yplus_Global supported the @anayd_africa in convening 14 GEF grantees in Abuja. The coordination meeting was critical for strengthening GEF implementation in Nigeria and consolidating project gains and impact.

🔥🔥 NEW READYCAST EPISODE IS LIVE!!! 🔥🔥🔥 In this latest episode, our Zimbabwe READY Focal Point engages young people in candid, unscripted conversations about their perceptions of HIV. This is done by calling young people randomly and asking them questions to highlight their thoughts and experiences. Some exciting responses, listen here🎧: readymovement.org/readycast/