CHAMPS-In-Action Training Manual published at TMU Pressbooks
We are delighted to announce we have published our CHAMPS-in-Action Training Manual, now available for reading and download on the Toronto Metropolitan University Pressbook platform. This e-book is an invaluable tool for frontline workers, community advocates, and organizations aiming to fight HIV-related stigma, promote resilience, and spur community action towards
BBD Research Report released!
We're pleased to announce the release of the "Beyond Blue Door" research report. Community Alliance for Accessible Treatment (CAAT), in partnership with other service partners, this study builds on the work of the Blue Door Clinic. The report aims to understand and improve healthcare access for people living with HIV who have limited or no health insurance.
Beyond Blue Door Research
Beyond Blue Door: A research study to reduce knowledge and service gaps for people living with HIV (PLHIV) with precarious or no health insurance coverage. People living with HIV with precarious / no health care experience major barriers in accessing HIV care. This affects both people’s individual health as well as the overall public health response in curbing the H
An In-Depth Look at the ETSN Program: Achievements and Areas for Growth
We are delighted to announce the completion our ETSN (Ethno-racial Treatment Support Network) Program Evaluation Report. Since its establishment in 2003, the ETSN has endeavored to address the unique challenges faced by racialized and newcomer people living with HIV/AIDS (PHA). Our recently conducted evaluation study aimed to objectively assess the program’s imp
Colors of Resilience Forum Report Released
The Colors of Resilience knowledge transfer Exchange (KTE) Forum, held on April 26th, 2016, provided an opportunity to showcase current research and evidence informed practices on HIV prevention, care and support amongst racialized and newcomer communities, highlighted examples of effective models of integrating research evidence to practice and facilitated dial
CHAMP Research Report: Reducing HIV stigma and advancing equity through committed action
Committee for Accessible AIDS Treatment (CAAT) launched our signature CIHR –funded Community HIV/AIDS Advocates Mobilization Project (CHAMP) Report in Toronto. The CHAMP study engaged both people living with HIV/AIDS (PLHIV) and non-PLHIV leaders from different sectors (faith, media, social justice, settlement, health etc.) within 3 communities (Asian, Black and Lat
Media Release: CAAT showcases report on successful HIV stigma-reduction intervention research
For Immediate Release Wednesday March 23, 2016 Toronto, ON ETHNO-RACIAL COMMUNITY COALITION SHOWCASES REPORT ON SUCCESSFUL HIV STIGMA REDUCTION INTERVENTION RESEARCH Government statistics and research studies have consistently shown that racial minority and newcomer communities bear a disproportionate burden of HIV. Previous research also showed that HIV stigma and di
CHAMPS: Community Champions HIV/AIDS Advocates Mobilization Project
Community Champions HIV/AIDS Advocates Mobilization Project (CHAMPS): A CIHR-funded Community-based Research Study (2011 – 2014) Final Report published in 2015 Ethno-racial minorities are at high risk of HIV: Ethno-racial communities represent a growing proportion of Canada’s overall population, and experience higher rates of HIV. Since 2005, immigrants and re
CHAMPS: Community Champions HIV/AIDS Advocates Mobilization Project
Community Champions HIV/AIDS Advocates Mobilization Project (CHAMPS): A CIHR-funded Community-based Research Study (2011 – 2014) Final Report published in 2015 Ethno-racial minorities are at high risk of HIV: Ethno-racial communities represent a growing proportion of Canada’s overall population, and experience higher rates of HIV. Since 2005, immigrants and re
Supporting the Supporter Research Think Tank
Supporting the supporter research think tank March 2014 Through collaborative partnerships with the CIHR Centre for REACH, Committee for Accessible AIDS Treatment and Ontario HIV Treatment Network organized a national research think tank with a goal to share knowledge and regional priorities for addressing the needs of PHA service providers. Held in Toronto on March [