Breaking Barriers: A Revolutionary Social Modeling Strategy for Reducing HIV Stigma and Discrimination

Abstract

Since HIV/AIDS related stigma exists in all over the world, there is a need for appropriate action against stigma and 
discrimination by introducing a scientific model to address the issue of stigma. We created a systematic management 
procedure called "Stigma Reduction Management Model (SRMM version І)". Based on this model, the management of 
HIV/AIDS care and support institutions is performed thorough a central council participated by trained people living 
with HIV/AIDS. Subsequently, under the supervision of this council, different practical committees are created. These committees are in close interaction with each other and by participation of HIV positive and negative volunteers can result in the reduction of stigma.