READYCast: Ready Movement Podcast

The Road to 2030: Healthcare Providers Leading the Fight Against Pediatric AIDS explores the pivotal role of healthcare providers in preventing, treating, and caring for young people affected by HIV. This episode delves into the Global Alliance's ambitious mission to end AIDS in children by 2030, highlighting the systemic changes and support required to empower providers in this fight. It also discusses how youth-led organizations can drive progress in their countries and the steps needed to close gaps in preventing mother-to-child transmission. Join us as we honor the tireless efforts of healthcare providers and envision a future free of pediatric AIDS.

In this episode of our podcast, we delve into the inspiring journey of the READY Movement, reflecting on the significant milestones and experiences that have shaped its impact. The READY Movement, a youth-led initiative, empowers adolescents and young people living with or affected by HIV across sub-Saharan Africa. Since its inception in 2016, READY has reached over 36,000 young people, promoting resilience and empowerment through comprehensive sexual and reproductive health and rights (SHR) education and advocacy.

Join us as we discuss the successes of the READY + program, which supports young people in countries like eSwatini, Mozambique, Tanzania, and Zimbabwe. We highlight the roles of Community Adolescent Treatment Supporters (CATS) and their pivotal contributions in providing peer support and fostering adherence to HIV treatment. Our conversation also touches on the broader goals of the READY Movement, including mental health support and leadership training, all aimed at creating a robust and inclusive environment for youth advocacy.

Tune in to hear from key voices within the READY Movement and learn about the strategies and future directions that continue to drive this dynamic initiative forward.

For more information about the READY Movement and its programs, visit the READY Movement and Frontline AIDS website

We are ready to talk about one of the most important topics for young people living with HIV: keeping a good adherence to ARVs. 

In this episode, we joined two HIV advocates and health professionals to discuss insights about adherence during the pandemic and key recommendations for young people living with HIV struggling to keep with their treatment. 

WeAreREADY! Ready to support communities of young people with the SRHR information they need.

READY to advocate for change in policies and programmes that do not involve young people.

Let’s learn about the READY+ advocacy work being led by country networks of YPLHIV.

This inaugural episode commemorates mental health month. The panellists speak about mental health issues among YPLHIV and create awareness of the neglected mental health issues.