AIDS 2026: Key Takeaways from the Conference

AIDS 2026 brought together science, public policy, health services, and communities in Rio de Janeiro and virtually from July 26 to 31, 2026, under the theme “Rethink. Rebuild. Rise.” The conference came at a pivotal moment: more tools than ever are available to prevent, diagnose, and treat HIV, yet profound gaps persist in ensuring that these tools reach everyone who needs them.

For many organisations and community leaders in Latin America and the Caribbean, participating directly in a conference on this scale is not possible. This webinar aims to bridge that gap. It is not about summarising hundreds of sessions in 90 minutes but about translating the most relevant information, placing it in a regional context, and opening an honest conversation about what can change—from this moment forward—in policies, services, and community responses.

To bring the most relevant information from AIDS 2026 to civil society and Spanish-speaking communities in Latin America and the Caribbean—especially those unable to attend the conference—by providing an accessible, critical, and action-orientated perspective. Introducing specific information and foster discussion on the visibility of and action on TB and HIV.

• Share, in clear language, the main scientific, programmatic, and policy advances presented at AIDS 2026.
• Put these advances into perspective based on the realities, gaps, and opportunities in Latin America and the Caribbean.
• Balance scientific evidence with communities’ experiences and priorities.
• Identify questions, practical implications, and potential advocacy priorities for community and civil society stakeholders.
• Analyse TB and HIV, their visibility on the response agenda and in current debates, in order to initiate dialogue and concrete future regional action with an impact at the country level.
• Provide a brief opportunity for direct exchange with the panellists.
   

Civil society organizations; networks of people living with HIV, organizations representing key populations and people in vulnerable situations, community leaders; and activists.