Why Sustained Financing Matters

For over 20 years we have been advocating at a global level for the rights of children left behind by the HIV and broader development response. Children lag far behind adults in the fight against HIV and AIDS, and many come from populations facing social and structural exclusion, such as young families or key populations, as detailed in our recent financing report. The overall lack of their prioritization is the root cause of low investment in them. In light of recent funding cuts, now more than ever, they need our support.

World AIDS Day on 1 December is an opportunity for our network to raise awareness for those living with and affected by HIV. This year, we are highlighting the the impact of the funding gaps in our newly launched video. As we continue our work to end AIDS for children and adolescents, we must ensure they not only survive, but thrive. 

Learn why sustainable financing matters, hear from frontline health workers, advocates and leaders on the impact of the funding cuts and what sustainable financing looks like to them. Watch the video here.

“This is an era of opportunity and complexity for the fight against pediatric HIV. We have seen milestone achievements in decreasing vertical transmission, child-friendly formulations of antiretrovirals, and a significant decline in childhood deaths from AIDS-related causes. But recent funding cuts and a lack of political will are threatening this progress.” (EGPAF, 2025)

During this era, we must look ahead to continue our collective work to end AIDS for children and adolescents by 2030. Sustainable financing can help us to achieve our goals and ensure no child is left behind in the fight to end AIDS.

We are thrilled that the film will be shown  on 3 December at 15.30 GMT after the Breakthrough Partnership Satellite Session at ICASA 2025.