Analysis of the National Legislation of Tajikistan Related to SOGI and HIV
This comparative study examines the legal and institutional obstacles that restrict the rights of LGBT people and people living with HIV. Building on a 2020 baseline, it analyses legislative developments and practical implementation between 2020 and 2025. The research uses an updated methodology combining questionnaires from local partners in Tajikistan, expert interviews, and case studies, alongside judicial data, government statistics, NGO and human rights reporting, activist testimonies, media analysis, and international human rights documentation. Particular focus is given to how laws and law enforcement affect freedom of association, access to justice, healthcare (including HIV services), freedom of expression, and protection from discrimination.
HIV Criminalization in the United States: A Sourcebook on State and Federal HIV Criminal Law and Practice, CHLP (updated January 2024)
"This resource for lawyers and community advocates outlines punitive laws, policies, and cases affecting people living with HIV (PLHIV) and other communicable diseases in all 50 states, the military, federal prisons, and U.S. territories. This Third Edition of the Sourcebook was originally published in 2017 and was updated in January 2024." CHLP
A Comparative Look at HIV Laws in the Deep South: Mississippi vs. Tennessee, Alabama, and Louisiana
The Deep South has long been grappling with the HIV epidemic. While significant strides have been made in HIV prevention and treatment nationwide, the legal landscape regarding HIV varies considerably from state to state. In this blog post, we will compare Mississippi’s HIV laws with those of other Deep South states, namely Tennessee, Alabama, and Louisiana. Understanding how these states approach HIV-related legislation can shed light on the progress made and areas that still need attention in Mississippi.