Stigma is a negative attitude built on mistaken beliefs. It can stop people from asking for help.
Stigma is a negative attitude built on mistaken beliefs about an illness or condition. Discrimination is that attitude put into practice.
Stigma and discrimination can keep people from getting tested, starting treatment and asking for help. Reducing stigma is therefore an important part of public health.
From May 2026 a project to improve youth tolerance through quizzes covers 15 districts of Tashkent region.
Key facts about HIV: a short note on testing, treatment and the safety of everyday contact.
The Tabassum project, which ran from April to September 2025, focused on media literacy and stigma reduction.