As I look now the NACC director speaking to archbishop Nzimbi I cannot help but wonder on the role of the church in the spread of HIV in this country. True the church plays an important part in provision of ARMS thanks to the mission hospitals but can they play a better role in prevention of new infections? Can they play a better role in eliminating HIV related stigma and discrimination? You be the judge.
Another observation about this launch is the exclusion of people living with disabilities. True the KICC amphitheater is not designed for people with special mobility needs - which speaks volumes of how our government treats minorities. So may be sexual minorities should just accept their exclusion and colonial inspired criminalization - and move on.
Listening to Saddique Shaban formerly of KTN affirms those who are using whatever platforms they have to make a change. He asks, did I loose an opportunity to use the media platform to challenge stigma and discrimination? ... I know many people with capacity to make a difference and change but for whatever reason opt not to do it. Saddique longs for the platform he had to make a difference and I hope given his new found courage he can get it back. What about you? Will you look back at the privileged position/resources you once had and regret that you never used it?
