World AIDS Day, observed annually on December 1st, is a global initiative to raise awareness about the HIV/AIDS pandemic, show support for those living with HIV, and remember those who have succumbed to the disease. This year's theme for World AIDS Day "Let Communities Lead," serve as the foundation for our World AIDS Day edition with focus on young people leading self-care advocacy.

World AIDS Day serves as a reminder of the ongoing battle against HIV and AIDS globally. The theme "Let Communities Lead" emphasizes the crucial role communities play in shaping the HIV response This theme also gives us the opportunity to reflect on the essence of youth leadership in the HIV response. In commemoration of this year’s World AIDS Day, Y+ Global is hosting a podcast session with the aim to spotlight the significant contributions of young people in the realm of self-care advocacy while embracing the call to remember the past and commit to a future where communities take the lead in the fight against HIV/AIDS.

As young people continue to drive change, it becomes paramount to showcase their efforts in advocating for self-care strategies as a fundamental component of HIV/AIDS management and prevention. This edition aims to highlight how Youth Wise and You(th) Care have navigated the landscape of self-care advocacy, intertwining their work with the central theme of World AIDS Day “Let Communities Lead”.

S02E13: Support groups: a safe haven for unpacking and practising self-care