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Fast Track Cities LDN @londonftci.bsky.social · Aug 10

🌈✨ U=U = power, pride & freedom.
On effective HIV treatment = undetectable = cannot pass it on.
This #UKBlackPride, we celebrate love, stand united, & embrace the progress that makes U=U possible.
#UequalsU #EndHIVStigma

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Fast Track Cities LDN @londonftci.bsky.social · Jul 21

Telling your family you’re living with HIV can be emotional—but also empowering. Kuba & Jose share how they approached disclosure (or not), and offer tips if you’re considering having that conversation.

#AMAwithPride #Pride2025 #UequalsU #PrideStories

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Fast Track Cities LDN @londonftci.bsky.social · Jul 21

As people living with HIV grow older, we need inclusive care and community spaces that understand our needs. Jonathon & Roland talk about community solutions, advocating for yourself

#AMAwithPride #Pride2025 #HIVAndAgeing #InclusiveCare

Fast Track Cities LDN @londonftci.bsky.social · Jul 17

HIV shouldn’t be a barrier to safety or opportunity – but for many people newly arriving in the UK, it can still create uncertainty including about whether living with HIV can affect your immigration status.

#AMAwithPride #Pride2025 #HIVAndMigration #UequalsU #PrideWithPurpose

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Fast Track Cities LDN @londonftci.bsky.social · Jul 15

Dating with HIV is absolutely possible – and thanks to U=U, there’s no risk of passing it on when on effective treatment.

#AMAwithPride #Pride2025 #HIVDating #LoveIsLove #UequalsU #PrideAndProud

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Fast Track Cities LDN @londonftci.bsky.social · Jul 12

Like life, living with HIV, can come with emotional ups and downs – but support, information, and community make all the difference.

#AMAwithPride #Pride2025 #MentalHealthMatters #HIVSupport #UequalsU

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Fast Track Cities LDN @londonftci.bsky.social · Jul 10

HIV treatment in the UK is free, effective, and life-changing. When taken as prescribed, it reduces the virus to undetectable levels – meaning it can’t be passed on.

#AMAwithPride #Pride2025 #UequalsU #HIVTreatment

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Fast Track Cities LDN @londonftci.bsky.social · Jul 9

Had such a great time at @PrideinLondon this year. Thank you to all of our friends and family who attended and celebrated all the fantastic progress we’ve made 🏳️‍🌈

@PositivelyUk @nhsenglandldn @doitldn

#fightHIVstigma #PrideinLondon #HIVinLondon #fasttrackcities

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Fast Track Cities LDN @londonftci.bsky.social · Jul 8

We remember those lost to HIV with love and pride. Today, thanks to treatment, people living with HIV can live long, healthy lives – but we never forget the journey it took to get here.

#AMAwithPride #Pride2025 #HIVHistory #UequalsU

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Fast Track Cities LDN @londonftci.bsky.social · Jul 5

🌈 Pride began as a protest.
From the first march in 1972 to the fight against HIV stigma today, our history is one of resilience, defiance, and community.

Watch Jonathan Blake tell the story of how far we’ve come — and why Pride still matters.
#Pride #ZeroHIV #UequalsU #LGBTQHistory 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

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Fast Track Cities LDN @londonftci.bsky.social · Jul 5

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Get tested, and get treated. If you have HIV and you are on treatment, you can live well and not pass it on.

Let's work together to end the stigma associated with HIV.

Fast Track Cities LDN @londonftci.bsky.social · Jul 5

Today, we celebrate #PrideInLondon, and we'll be marching with our partner organisations. If you see us, give us a cheer and a wave! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

Our message this year is simple: we can, and we will reach the goal of Zero HIV, but everyone needs to play a part.
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“London is making great progress and is a global world leader in getting to zero HIV. With new medical advancements we will achieve this goal.

All Londoners can play their part by getting tested and getting treated. If you have HIV and you’re on treatment, you can live well and not pass it on.”

Jemma Gilbert
Director of Transformation, TPHC

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Fast Track Cities LDN @londonftci.bsky.social · Jul 4

Pride is about being seen, heard, celebrated and supported.

Rebecca shares what Pride means to her.

#AMAwithPride #Pride2025 #PrideWithPurpose

@doitldn.bsky.social @tht.org.uk https://4mmm.org/

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Fast Track Cities LDN @londonftci.bsky.social · Jul 4

Jose and Kuba talk about what Pride means to them, and why it’s so important to stand up for the Trans community.

#AMAwithPride #Pride2025 #HIVStigmaEndsHere #PrideVoices #LoveIsLove
@doitldn.bsky.social @tht.org.uk @metrocharity.bsky.social

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Fast Track Cities LDN @londonftci.bsky.social · Jul 1

Jonathon & Roland share their thoughts on the importance of Pride – and why it’s so important that HIV is a central part of the conversation at Pride.

#AMAwithPride #Pride2025 #UequalsU #HIVPositiveAndProud #PrideIsAProtest
@doitldn.bsky.social @tht.org.uk

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Fast Track Cities LDN @londonftci.bsky.social · Jul 1

Fast-Track Cities is a partnership working towards zero new #HIV infections, zero deaths and zero stigma before 2030. For #TeamTuesday, meet Mike Bell, Chair of @SWLNHS and London ICB representative, and a member of our leadership team

Mike Bell - Fast-Track Cities London

Mike Bell has more than 25 years experience in senior roles in the NHS with many of those directly serving communities in South West London. He has more than a decade on the boards of strategic health authorities including serving...

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Fast Track Cities LDN @londonftci.bsky.social · Jun 30

As we reach the end of Pride month 2025, we want to highlight the incredible impact of PrEP as a game-changing tool in HIV prevention.

It's free, safe, and available to anyone who needs it. Learn more about how this daily pill can prevent HIV on the @DoItLondon page: vist.ly/3n86i22

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Fast Track Cities LDN @londonftci.bsky.social · Jun 27

Undetectable = Untransmittable.

This isn't just a slogan, it's a scientific fact changing lives. When someone with HIV is on effective treatment, the virus is undetectable & cannot be passed on. This empowers individuals & fights stigma.

Learn more: vist.ly/3n7wk5i

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Fast Track Cities LDN @londonftci.bsky.social · Jun 25

Have you tested lately?
STI & HIV testing is easy, free, and confidential.
Protect yourself and your community.
Book a test today: doitlondon.shl.uk
#HIVTesting #KnowYourStatus

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Fast Track Cities LDN @londonftci.bsky.social · Jun 25

Stigma isolates. Education liberates. Let's talk openly about HIV this #PrideMonth to break down misconceptions and support everyone living with HIV.

Learn more about the success of London’s ‘Getting to Zero’ HIV support programme: vist.ly/3n7rrfq

London’s “Getting to Zero” HIV Support Programme Delivers Real Impact in 2024–25 - Fast-Track Cities London

London’s “Getting to Zero” initiative has made significant strides in 2024–25, aiming to support people with HIV to better engage in care and treatment, by improving their quality of life. The programme, a collaboration between voluntary sector and NHS partners,...

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Fast Track Cities LDN @londonftci.bsky.social · Jun 23

🌍 London is one of the world’s leading Fast-Track Cities in the fight to end HIV by 2030:

✅ Zero new HIV transmissions
✅ Zero HIV-related stigma
✅ Zero preventable deaths

Let’s make history together.

#FastTrackCities #EndHIV2030 #GlobalGoals

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Fast Track Cities LDN @londonftci.bsky.social · Jun 21

This year, let's also reflect on the history of Pride and the ongoing journey toward full equality. It's a time to be seen, be proud, and stand in solidarity.

Learn more about the importance of Pride, and hear stories including our own Garry Brough: www.itv.com/walesprogrammes/articles/proud
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Proud

Forty years after the first ever gay march in Wales, how has society changed for our LGBTQ+ communities?

www.itv.com

Fast Track Cities LDN @londonftci.bsky.social · Jun 21

🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ Pride in London is just two weeks away!
We're so excited for a day of celebration, unity, and joy. But amidst the fun, let's remember why we march. Pride started as a protest, a fight for equality for LGBTQ+ people, born from the courage of those at the first London Pride in 1972.
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Proud

Forty years after the first ever gay march in Wales, how has society changed for our LGBTQ+ communities?

www.itv.com

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Fast Track Cities LDN @londonftci.bsky.social · Jun 17

Fast-Track Cities is working towards zero new #HIV infections, zero deaths and zero stigma before 2030. For #TeamTuesday, meet Daniel Fluskey Director of Policy, Research & Influencing at the National Aids Trust, and member of our leadership team

Daniel Fluskey - Fast-Track Cities London

Daniel joined the National AIDS Trust in October 2023 as Director of Policy, Research, and Influencing. His key areas of work are putting forward the policy priorities that we want Government, healthcare settings, and other organisations to take forward to...

fasttrackcities.london

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Fast Track Cities LDN @londonftci.bsky.social · Jun 9

We’re presenting at NHIVA this week on the integration of peer support workers across London clinics as part of the Getting to Zero Programme. We'll also be exploring how rural clinics can tap into the success of our London model. 🌱 #HIVCare #PeerSupport #GettingToZero #Healthcare

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