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  • Neftaly To reduce the risks, vulnerability and impact of HIV and AIDS on the lives of MSM and transgender community in the Islands of Southeast Asia Nations (ISEAN).

    Neftaly To reduce the risks, vulnerability and impact of HIV and AIDS on the lives of MSM and transgender community in the Islands of Southeast Asia Nations (ISEAN).

    Neftaly: Reducing the Risks, Vulnerability, and Impact of HIV and AIDS Among MSM and Transgender Communities in the ISEAN Region

    Overview

    Despite progress in the regional HIV response, men who have sex with men (MSM) and transgender people in the Islands of Southeast Asia Nations (ISEAN) continue to face disproportionately high risks of HIV infection. Stigma, criminalization, limited access to tailored services, and socio-economic exclusion drive vulnerability and hinder access to care. Neftaly is dedicated to changing this reality through inclusive, community-centered, and rights-based approaches that reduce HIV-related risks, vulnerability, and impact for MSM and transgender populations across the region.


    Goal

    To reduce new HIV infections and improve health outcomes among MSM and transgender communities in ISEAN by addressing structural barriers, strengthening community systems, and expanding access to comprehensive HIV services.


    Strategic Objectives

    1. Enhance Access to Comprehensive HIV Services

    • Expand coverage of MSM- and trans-friendly HIV services, including testing, PrEP, treatment, STI screening, mental health, and gender-affirming care.
    • Promote differentiated service delivery models, including community-based, mobile, and digital platforms.
    • Support integrated health packages that address co-occurring needs such as hepatitis, TB, and sexual health.

    2. Strengthen Community Empowerment and Leadership

    • Support MSM and transgender-led organizations in service delivery, peer outreach, and advocacy.
    • Build capacity for community-based monitoring, research, and data collection to inform programs and influence policy.
    • Provide platforms for meaningful participation of MSM and transgender voices in national and regional HIV decision-making.

    3. Address Legal and Structural Barriers

    • Advocate for the decriminalization of same-sex behavior and gender expression across ISEAN countries.
    • Support legal literacy and human rights education among key populations and their allies.
    • Promote protective policies and frameworks to reduce stigma, discrimination, and gender-based violence.

    4. Expand Public Awareness and Social Inclusion

    • Launch behavior change communication campaigns that normalize HIV testing, PrEP use, and early treatment among MSM and transgender individuals.
    • Promote visibility and inclusion of MSM and transgender identities through media, arts, and public discourse.
    • Partner with influencers, community leaders, and institutions to foster acceptance and reduce prejudice.

    5. Improve Strategic Information and Program Monitoring

    • Strengthen national and regional data systems to collect disaggregated information on MSM and transgender health outcomes.
    • Use real-time data to guide programming, track service uptake, and monitor HIV trends within these populations.
    • Support research on emerging risks and intervention effectiveness tailored to local cultural and social contexts.

    Expected Results

    • Increased uptake of HIV prevention, testing, and treatment services among MSM and transgender people across ISEAN.
    • Reduced stigma and discrimination in health care, legal, and community settings.
    • Strengthened and sustainable community-led responses that are embedded within national HIV strategies.
    • More inclusive policy environments that uphold the rights and dignity of MSM and transgender individuals.

    Conclusion

    Neftaly envisions a future where MSM and transgender people in ISEAN can live healthy, empowered, and dignified lives, free from the burden of HIV-related stigma and exclusion. By supporting communities, transforming systems, and advocating for rights-based responses, we are working to close the gaps and build an inclusive HIV response that leaves no one behind.

  • Neftaly To improve the development and utilization of strategic information on MSM, TG and HIV to strengthen the national responses in the Islands Southeast Asia Nations

    Neftaly To improve the development and utilization of strategic information on MSM, TG and HIV to strengthen the national responses in the Islands Southeast Asia Nations

    Neftaly: Strengthening Institutional Capacity of CBOs and Networks to Improve HIV Service Delivery and Strategic Advocacy for MSM and Transgender Communities

    Overview

    Community-based organizations (CBOs) and key population networks are at the forefront of the HIV response for MSM and transgender people. However, many of these groups operate in resource-limited environments, facing structural, financial, and political challenges that restrict their reach and impact. Neftaly is committed to strengthening the institutional capacity and sustainability of CBOs and networks to ensure high-quality HIV service delivery, meaningful community engagement, and effective advocacy for an enabling environment.


    Goal

    To build strong, resilient, and sustainable CBOs and networks led by and for MSM and transgender communities, enabling them to deliver high-impact HIV services and influence policy environments in support of human rights and health equity.


    Strategic Objectives

    1. Institutional Development of CBOs and Networks

    • Support the development of governance structures, leadership, and operational systems within CBOs and KP-led networks.
    • Assist organizations in strategic planning, financial management, and organizational sustainability.
    • Facilitate registration, legal recognition, and compliance with regulatory frameworks where needed.

    2. Capacity Building for HIV Program Design and Delivery

    • Provide training and mentoring in evidence-based HIV prevention, testing, treatment, and care tailored to MSM and TG populations.
    • Strengthen monitoring and evaluation (M&E) systems to track outcomes, service quality, and client satisfaction.
    • Encourage innovation in service delivery, including digital platforms, peer-led models, and mobile outreach.

    3. Advocacy and Human Rights Training

    • Build advocacy skills to influence laws, policies, and funding decisions that affect MSM and transgender communities.
    • Promote legal literacy, rights education, and coalition-building to challenge stigma, criminalization, and discrimination.
    • Support the development of advocacy strategies aligned with national and regional HIV plans and human rights commitments.

    4. Strengthening Community Engagement and Voice

    • Facilitate meaningful involvement of MSM and TG individuals in program design, policy-making, and research initiatives.
    • Enhance capacity for community-led data collection, needs assessments, and feedback mechanisms.
    • Support peer-led campaigns that promote health-seeking behavior, inclusion, and visibility.

    5. Resource Mobilization and Sustainability

    • Assist CBOs in identifying and securing diverse funding streams, including donor grants, government support, and social enterprise.
    • Build skills in proposal writing, donor reporting, and relationship management.
    • Promote regional collaboration and shared learning to reduce duplication and build economies of scale.

    Expected Outcomes

    • Stronger, more professionalized CBOs and networks capable of scaling up HIV services for MSM and TG populations.
    • Improved access to and quality of HIV services delivered by trusted, community-led organizations.
    • Increased influence of MSM and TG voices in national and regional health and human rights policy spaces.
    • Sustainable community responses rooted in local leadership, systems, and resources.

    Conclusion

    Neftaly is committed to investing in the long-term strength and sustainability of MSM and transgender-led organizations. By building institutional capacity and advocacy power, we enable these groups not only to deliver essential HIV services but also to shape the policy and social environments in which they operate. A stronger civil society means a stronger, more inclusive HIV response — and a future where the rights, health, and dignity of all are upheld.