This week, we successfully concluded the Special Session of the @UNAIDS Programme Coordinating Board (PCB). I am pleased to share that the Board reached consensus on important decisions related to our revised operating model and #UN80 and that the workplan & budget for 2026 was

Appreciated the warm welcome by Khokim of Navoiy region, Normat Tursunov, with whom we discussed key development priorities🇺🇳 We’ll keep working with local authorities to boost health, climate resilience, education, decent jobs and support for rural women

A new public kindergarten built through UNDP’s Community Development Plans in Kogon district of Bukhara region giving children & families access to early education. Community plan was developed by volunteers, women, youth & elders to identify local needs.

Grateful to @TNarbaeva for an inspiring discussion on strengthening UN–Uzbekistan cooperation: advancing SDGs in regions, supporting women’s leadership, and addressing gender-based violence together.

🤝 Today in Tashkent, communities, national & international partners gathered to discuss Uzbekistan’s AIDS response. 📌 Focus on prevention, treatment, & stronger collaboration ahead of World AIDS Day. 🌍 Together for a healthier, stigma-free future. #HIV #SDGs #GlobalHealth

Statement by the UNAIDS Programme Coordinating Board Bureau Read: https://t.co/VuV0juFtG4

Bill Gates pledges $US912 million to AIDS and malaria non-profit as US cuts funding

🚀 Launch of the Regional project - Uzbekistan Digital Rights Media Initiative unites key partners to advance media freedom & digital rights in #Uzbekistan. 🤝CDMJ & LPRC join efforts for safer, more #inclusive digital spaces — at the heart of the #UDRMI project. @EU_Tashkent

At #UNGA80, President Mirsiyoyev highlighted the irreversible nature of national reforms. He emphasized inclusivity and full alignment with #SDGs. He underscored the vision of a “New Central Asia” built on unity and strong identity. https://t.co/BOTTL3Iozu

At the conference on the role of civil society in strengthening democracy in 🇺🇿, I noted that democratization is a continuous journey. Important steps have been taken to improve the environment for NGOs, and efforts to ease registration will further support inclusive reform.

17–18 Sept in Namangan, the International Forum “From Poverty to Prosperity” will bring together leaders & experts to discuss solutions for reducing poverty and improving well-being. Uzbekistan has cut poverty from 17.5% → 9% — progress worth sharing!

📖 STORIES OF CHANGE collection: Meet the women in #Kazakhstan who are overcoming stigma, finding strength, and supporting others through the Mentorship Programme for women living with/affected by #HIV. Grateful to @MFA_KZ for their continuous support of this @UNAIDS project.

🇺🇳🇺🇿 Representatives of national institutions and international partners - including @ssv_uz, @UzeduU, @ijtimoiyhimoya, @youthagencyuz, @uzmahallalari, @UNAIDS_UZB, @UNDP_Uzbekistan, @WHOUzbekistan, @UNFPAUzbekistan, @UNODC_ROCA and @UNICEF_UZB - met to discuss the roll-out of a

Today in Tashkent, partners came together to validate a referral system for children & adolescents living with HIV - bridging health, education & social protection. A step forward towards #SDG3 & #endAIDS by 2030. ✨ #HIV #GlobalHealth #Youth

✨ Breaking myths, sharing truths! At the “Stop Fake | HIV” MediaClub, youth proved that creativity and knowledge can fight stigma. Together, we shape a healthier, informed future. 🌍💡 #StopFake #HIV #YouthVoices

🇺🇿🤝🇧🇾 #Uzbekistan & #Belarus are strengthening cooperation in the #HIVresponse 👩‍⚕️👨‍⚕️ Experts are exchanging best practices in diagnostics, treatment & prevention. 🌍 Partnership in action = healthier communities & stronger health systems. #GlobalHealth

“There is still time to transform this crisis into an opportunity. Countries are stepping up with domestic funding. Communities are showing what works. We now need global solidarity to match their courage and resilience.” @Winnie_Byanyima

Global funding for HIV is declining. To meet our 2030 targets, we need to build sustainable, country-led HIV responses.​ Your support to UNAIDS will help us work with governments to transition to lasting solutions—bringing us closer to an AIDS-free future.​ Donate now.

Today with the UN Country Team, we marked International Youth Day. “Local Youth Actions for the SDGs and Beyond” reminds us every step counts — share stories, make videos, use public transport, cut plastic, volunteer, plant trees, save water, be mindful online.

🌟 Youth are the heartbeat of change! At #YOUTH4GLOBALGOALS Quiz 2025, young minds came together to share ideas, learn, and strengthen our community. 🤝 When youth connect, communities grow stronger—and the future becomes brighter. #YouthDay #SDGs #UN_Uzbekistan