Reading List

Chapter 13, A controversial issue: HIV transmission/exposure offences, Taking Action Against HIV and AIDS: A Handbook for parliamentarians

Serves as a call to action for parliamentary leadership and a reference guide for legislators and legislative staff. Contains information and guidance on issues specific to the AIDS response. (This resource contains content that is broader than HIV criminalisation.)

Policy Position Statement on HIV Criminalization

Opposes laws that distinguish HIV from other comparable diseases or that create disproportionate penalties for disclosure, exposure or transmission of HIV disease beyond normal public health ordinances. Supports non-punitive prevention approaches to HIV centred on current scientific understanding and evidence based research.