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Sarah Nakimbowa

Sarah Nakimbowa

Sarah Nakimbowa lives in Uganda and is a member of Key Correspondents, a citizen journalism network reporting for action on HIV. The network is supported by the International HIV/AIDS Alliance.

Sarah holds a degree in mass communication, and have attained different certificates in HIV/AIDS guidance and counseling. She communicates to different groups of people to make positive change. HIV/AIDS is a key aspect in my field of work - Including maternal health issues, Key Populations (Most At Risk Populations), Sexual Reproductive Health Integration & HIV, Towards an AIDS Free Generation in Uganda among Children. Human rights & Gender issues and Communication Skills and Advocacy.

Why are Ugandan anti-gay laws contributing to HIV prevalence?

In April 2009, the Parliament of Uganda passed a resolution to strengthen Laws on Homosexuality, this was a private member bill that was submitted by MP Bahati David, in October 2009.  It meant that same sex partnerships in Uganda was illegal, punishable and criminalises homosexual behaviour with prison sentences lasting…

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Sarah Nakimbowa
Sarah Nakimbowa

Sarah Nakimbowa lives in Uganda and is a member of Key Correspondents, a citizen journalism network reporting for action on HIV. The network is supported by the International HIV/AIDS Alliance.