The city of Namur, Belgium is bolstering its efforts to combat HIV through renewed participation in the international Fast-Track Cities initiative, aiming to accelerate prevention, testing, and treatment access.
Namur announced on Thursday its recommitment to the Fast-Track Cities initiative, a global effort supported by UNAIDS to end the HIV epidemic by 2030. This renewed focus will be supported by coordination meetings bringing together local associations, social sector organizations, and healthcare professionals to enhance collaboration and prioritize action plans.
Having signed the Paris Declaration on Fast-Track Cities in 2024, Namur is now part of a worldwide network of cities dedicated to accelerating the fight against HIV, viral hepatitis, and tuberculosis. The goal is to build upon existing programs and strengthen cooperation among local partners. Effective collaboration between cities is increasingly recognized as crucial for achieving global health targets.
Working meetings will include representatives from organizations involved in prevention and support services, as well as hospitals like CHU UCL Namur, and various health and social care providers. These meetings aim to improve prevention strategies, expand testing availability, increase access to treatment, and provide comprehensive support for individuals living with HIV.
Key priorities include strengthening local collaboration, improving access to testing, supporting initiatives that facilitate access to treatment and pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP), developing targeted interventions for populations at higher risk, and combating stigma. Addressing stigma remains a significant challenge in preventing the spread of HIV and ensuring individuals receive the care they need.
With this renewed commitment, Namur intends to strengthen its role within Wallonia in the fight against HIV and contribute to international objectives aimed at ending the epidemic by 2030.
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