VOICED : Uganda beauty pageant aims to fight stigma against HIV-positive people

The video follows Ruth's journey from childhood in a Ugandan care home to discovering her HIV status at 13. It highlights her struggles with depression and lack of support, leading to a suicide attempt. Community initiatives like the Y Plus beauty pageant aim to empower HIV-positive youth and combat prejudice. The video also discusses the stigma faced by young people with HIV in Uganda, emphasizing the need for societal change.

What are some of the prejudices faced by young people living with HIV in Uganda?

In what ways are events like the Y Plus beauty pageant trying to help young people with HIV?