HIV/AIDS-related discrimination

HIV/AIDS-related discrimination involves unfair treatment or prejudice against individuals living with HIV or AIDS. This can include denying employment, housing, or healthcare, or social stigmatization rooted in misconceptions about how the virus spreads. Such discrimination often stems from fear, misinformation, or moral judgments, and it can cause emotional distress, social isolation, and hinder access to necessary services. Addressing this discrimination requires education to promote understanding, respect, and the recognition of the rights and dignity of all individuals, regardless of their health status.