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Beyond Stigma develops evidence-based programmes to address internal stigma and feelings of worthlessness and shame among vulnerable populations, primarily in the Global South.
Our purpose is to promote mental health and wellbeing among individuals on the margins of society by equipping them with practical skills and confidence to develop deep self-worth and personal agency.
Our latest:
Beyond Stigma and Zvandirri, supported by ViiV Positive Action, delivered the Wakakosha project, dedicated to addressing the internalised stigma experienced by young people living with HIV in Zimbabwe. Through peer support, young people are transitioning from self-stigma to self-worth.
Supporting our Work
We are thankful to all who have collaborated to support people to move beyond stigma, to experience self-worth, positive mental health and well-being in Africa, Asia and in Ireland.
Learn from stories of people who have overcome internal-stigma and experienced increased well-being and better mental health
Meet Moud
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''As thoughts are universal, I want to show the world what has happened to me, share my journey of questioning my own thoughts to set myself free from the pain and bitterness I experienced'' - Moud
Embrace yourself
Beyond Stigma focuses on HIV internal stigma and gender-based violence. Beyond Stigma has partnered with Zimbabwean-based organisations: Zimbabwe Network of People Living with HIV and AIDS (ZNNP+), Trocaire, CONNECT Z.I.S.T, and more recently, The Centre for Sexual Health and HIV/AIDS Research Zimbabwe (CeSHHAR) and Zvandiri Africaid to complete multiple research projects and ongoing interventions. Internal stigma can lead to serious physical and mental health consequences for those living with HIV or experiencing gender-based violence, such as medication rejection and feelings of shame, self-blame, worthlessness and isolation. Beyond Stigma aims to reduce the negative impacts of internal stigma in Zimbabwe through formative research and programs such as 'We are the Change' and Wakakosha. Take a look below to learn more.