“It weighs heavy on me, that it took me becoming HIV positive to educate myself on the history of HIV, the accomplishments of HIV research and advocacy to date, and how much further we must go to end HIV and AIDS. Education is the most powerful tool we have to end stigma and create a positive place for all.”—Myles Sexton

In Ontario, 60% of participants involved in the Stigma Index said that they had challenged or educated someone who was engaging in stigma or discrimination against other people living with HIV.

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In this video, Myles dives deep into the importance of education and encourages us to not wait until something affects us personally to get educated and get involved.

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