VOICED: Sex, drugs, stigma limits Thai HIV successes

The video discusses efforts to educate transgender cabaret workers in Thailand about safe sex, highlighting the country's progress in reducing HIV transmission. It shares a personal story of a counselor who overcame his HIV diagnosis and now helps others. The video also addresses challenges in reaching high-risk groups, such as men who have sex with men and injecting drug users, and outlines Thailand's ambitious targets for further reducing new HIV infections by tackling stigma and discrimination.

What is the primary goal of the volunteers working with transgender cabaret workers?

• To offer career counseling

• To educate them about safe sex practices

• To provide financial support

• To organize social events

How has Thailand managed to reduce the number of new HIV infections?

• By increasing the number of hospitals

• Through the use of antiretroviral drugs

• By banning all drug use

• Through mandatory testing

What change in perspective did the counselor experience after being diagnosed with HIV?

• He believed he would die immediately

• He felt more isolated

• He decided to move to another country

• He realized he could live a fulfilling life

Which group in Thailand is less likely to seek help due to the country's stance on narcotics?

• Transgender individuals

• Injecting drug users

• Healthcare workers

• Men who have sex with men

What is a major challenge Thailand faces in achieving its HIV prevention goals?

• Shortage of volunteers

• Stigma and discrimination

• High cost of treatment

• Lack of medical facilities