Combatting HIV Stigma in Beauty and Wellness Spaces

Beauty and self-care spaces should be sanctuaries, but for many women living with HIV, they can become sites of fear of stigmatization. On Thursday, August 27, 2026, cohosts Ciarra "Ci Ci" Brown and Bridgette Picou discussed the reality of HIV stigma in salons, spas, and beyond, exploring the facts of HIV transmission, practical strategies for handling awkward or discriminatory encounters in these self-care spaces, and how women living with HIV can demand the respect and stigma-free service that they are entitled to.

You're not going to want to miss this powerful conversation!

This program is supported through a grant from Merck.

Become a Member

Join our community and become a member to find support and connect to other women living with HIV.

You Might Also Like

Informative message

• Starting HIV Treatment
• How to Be an Advocate for Yourself and Others
• What Are HIV & AIDS?

Did you just test HIV+?

Newly diagnosed with HIV and not sure what to do? You are not alone.

Get help & information >

Do you get our newsletter?

¿Recibe nuestro boletín?

Sign up for our monthly Newsletter and get the latest info in your inbox.

Suscríbase a nuestro boletín mensual y reciba la información más reciente en su bandeja de entrada.

You Can Help!

Together, we can change the course of the HIV epidemic…one woman at a time!