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At its special session on 26 October 2026 in Geneva, the Board emphasised that the transformation must protect people and communities living with, at risk of, and affected by HIV, while safeguarding the progress made in the global AIDS response.

The UNAIDS Programme Coordinating Board has reaffirmed its support for a continued, streamlined, and strengthened UNAIDS Joint Programme, rejecting the proposal to sunset UNAIDS.

UNAIDS Board Rejects Sunsetting of UNAIDS, Reaffirms Commitment to the Global HIV Response

There’s plenty to look forward to as we prepare for this year’s events, with exciting developments, new experiences, and some big differences from last year.

We also discussed preparations for two major APCOM events coming up in November: the APCOM Community Summit 2026 (11–13 November) and the 10th APCOM HERO Awards 2026 (13 November)! 🎉🌈

Today’s weekly catch-up was chaired by Vaness! Although we had just six team members in the office, it was a great opportunity to take a short break from work stress, get moving, stretch a little, and recharge our energy for the tasks ahead. 💪😊

✨ Equality Matters — not only in law, but in everyday life. . #APCOM #EqualityGala2026 #EqualityMatters #MarriageEquality

📸Media Partners: TQPR Thailand I BrandNowAsia . 😘 Our heartfelt thanks to everyone who joined us, supported the Gala, and stood with our communities despite the heavy rain and flooding that evening. Your presence and generosity made this milestone meaningful.

🥰 Thank you for our in-kind supporters: Unilever I L'Oréal Groupe I Wanaka Sanctuary I THE STRANGER BAR I บ้านนอกเข้ากรุง Baannok-Bangkok I Bootleggers Trading Co., Ltd. I The New Zealand - Thai Chamber of Commerce - NZTCC and Khun Suksant Vongpunsawad

💜 Together, we raised THB 98,510 for the #APCOMPassion Emergency Fund, supporting LGBTQI+ communities and community-led organisations across Asia and the Pacific. . 🙏 Thank you to our sponsor, the Elton John AIDS Foundation

🌈✨ 🎥 Relive the highlights of the inaugural APCOM Thailand Equality Gala 2026, held on 25 September, bringing together leaders, partners, and LGBTQI+ communities to celebrate progress and strengthen our commitment to equality, health, human rights, and inclusion.

🙏 Thank you to our partners and sponsors: UNAIDS I UNAIDS Asia Pacific I Gilead Sciences I MSD Invents Elton John AIDS Foundation I Robert Carr civil society Networks Fund I MPact I Thailand Pride

Let’s connect ideas, communities, and innovations to shape a more inclusive and connected future! 🌈🤝

📩 Interested in joining us? Email [email protected] for more information. 🔗 Read more: apcom.org/apcom-community-su…

🎟️ Participant Pass (2-Day Access): THB 3,500 📅 11–12 November 2026 Includes two-day access, refreshments, and international buffet lunch. Places are limited by venue capacity.

Meet our speakers! Our lineup brings together diverse expertise and perspectives to explore how AI and innovation can strengthen community-led programming.

Taking place from 11–13 NOV 2026 at Mövenpick Hotel Sukhumvit 15, Bangkok, the 8th APCOM Community Summit will bring together community leaders to explore practical innovations that improve health, expand prevention choices, and uphold human rights across Asia and the Pacific.

📣 Official Speaker Announcement | APCOM Community Summit 2026: Connecting Asia 2.0 . 🌏💡 Meet the speakers joining us for APCOM Community Summit 2026: Connecting Asia 2.0, under the theme “AI and Innovations for Community-Led Programming.”

We are excited to continue this journey and look forward to welcoming them to the 10th APCOM HERO Awards 2026, where they will be part of the show! Together, we celebrate diversity, champion inclusion, and recognise the talents and contributions of our communities. 🌈

🤩 The event also featured the National Final Performance Awards, performances by people with intellectual disabilities alongside Drag Queens, a team dance showcase, and a fine art fashion photography exhibition celebrating identity, confidence, and potential.