Past Collaborations
2014
Peer Support Volunteer with Community-Based Organizations in Lahore
Began as a peer support volunteer with people living with HIV, joining Dostana Male Health Society and Khwaja Sira Society Lahore
2014
National Media Advocacy on Treatment as Prevention and HIV Cascade
March 1, 2014 – Appeared on PTV World alongside UNAIDS and UNDP Pakistan, initiating public advocacy on treatment as prevention and the treatment cascade
2014
Advocacy and Needs Assessment on HIV Treatment Access in Pakistan
September 2014 – Led advocacy and data collection on HIV treatment availability in Pakistan to inform needs assessment and improve treatment access.
2014
Advocacy for One-Pill HIV Treatment and Capacity Building with APN+
October 2014 – Advocated for one-pill HIV medication access in Pakistan and conducted TOT on treatment literacy with APN+.
2015
National Advocacy for HIV Treatment Cascade with Community Organizations
Led nationwide advocacy on HIV treatment cascade, collaborating with community-based organizations across Pakistan to strengthen access, awareness, and engagement
2016
Community Leadership in HIV Advocacy
Took on leadership roles within the HIV community, empowering peers, strengthening networks, and advocating for rights, health, and inclusion.
2017
Youth Leadership and HIV Treatment Advocacy
Established and supported a youth-led positive group, motivating young people to access treatment with the Association of People Living with HIV Pakistan
2018
Global Representation at World AIDS Conference 2018
Represented Pakistan and grassroots communities at the World AIDS Conference in Amsterdam, highlighting community voices, advocacy priorities, and HIV response needs.
2018
Pioneering Chemsex/PNP Advocacy in Pakistan
Initiated national advocacy on chemsex/PNP issues in Pakistan, partnering with an international organization to raise visibility, awareness, and community dialogue.
2019
Peer-Led Support Groups and Mental Health Advocacy with HOPE
Launched collaboration with HOPE, creating peer-led support groups for people living with HIV and addressing mental health and substance use
2019
Groundbreaking Advocacy on Chemsex and Drug Use Hotspots to the Global Fund
For the first time, HIV Buddies and HOPE raised the chemsex and drug use hotspot issues of gay and bisexual men and transgender communities to the Global Fund.
2020
Leadership in Establishing the Asia Chemsex Platform
HIV Buddies played a leading role in creating the Asia Chemsex Platform, uniting regional and international stakeholders for advocacy and collaboration.
2020
Regional Webinars on Chemsex/PNP Awareness and Advocacy
Organized webinars with 250+ participants, engaging community members, health professionals, UN agencies, and civil society to raise chemsex/PNP awareness.
2020
Development of Asia’s First Chemsex Manual and Website
With Global Fund, Asia Catalyst, and Mainline support, HIV Buddies co-developed Asia’s first chemsex manual and website with key recommendations.
https://www.apcom.org/the-asia-chemsex-platform/
2020
Peer-Led Support and Doorstep ARVs During COVID-19
Maintained and expanded peer-led support with HOPE during COVID-19, providing food, rent assistance, mental health support, and doorstep ARV delivery.
2020
Global Representation at HIV2020 and International AIDS Conference
Represented community perspectives at HIV2020 (Mexico, virtual) and International AIDS Conference 2020, highlighting lived experiences and advocacy priorities globally.
2020
Capacity Building for Female Sex Worker Communities with BAHUM Pakistan
Collaborated with BAHUM Pakistan to strengthen capacity building for female sex worker communities, promoting empowerment, health access, and rights-based advocacy initiatives.
2020
Initiated Online Discussion: Drugs Are No Fun
Initiated the online campaign “Drugs Are No Fun”, creating dialogue to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and promote healthier community choices
2020
First HIV/AIDS Informational Video in Urdu – World AIDS Day 2020
On World AIDS Day 2020 in Pakistan, HIV Buddies released its first Urdu informational video on HIV/AIDS awareness and prevention.
2021
Online Awareness Videos on U=U and Treatment Encouragement
Continued producing awareness videos on U=U, highlighting treatment importance and encouraging adherence, shared widely through HIV Buddies’ online platforms.
2021
Humanitarian Response and Refugee Support with UNHCR Pakistan
Partnered with UNHCR Pakistan and HOPE, engaging Punjab organizations to support Afghan refugee resettlement and conducted a collaborative capacity-building workshop.
2021
Vice-Chair Role at NAPUD and Regional Policy Advocacy
Became the first formal partner and Vice-Chair of NAPUD, shaping policy, providing technical support, and ensuring Chemsex/PNP and queer inclusion
2021
Influencing Global Fund Allocations for Pakistan about including chemsex/PNP Interventions
Sustained HIV Buddies advocacy influenced Global Fund, increasing Pakistan’s HIV allocation from USD 64M to 71M, strengthening national HIV responses.
2021
First National Chemsex Needs Assessment with UNDP Pakistan
HIV Buddies and UNDP Pakistan initiated Pakistan’s first Chemsex needs assessment, generating evidence supporting PrEP introduction and mental health policy initiatives.Chemsex Research in Pakistan – APCOM
2022
Milestone Achievement: Launch of PrEP in Lahore
2022
Integrating HIV Advocacy with Harm Reduction Policies in Pakistan
2022
Regional Representation of Asia Chemsex Platform with UN Partners
2022
Advocacy with Harm Reduction International at Melbourne 2023
2022
Participation in World AIDS Conference 2022(Virtually)
Took part in the World AIDS Conference 2022 (virtual), representing community perspectives and advocating for inclusive HIV prevention and treatment policies.
2022
Technical Advisory Committee for the LGBTI Inclusion Index for UNDP Pakistan
HIV Buddies contributed to UNDP Pakistan’s LGBTI Inclusion Index, providing technical support and highlighting intersections of HIV, sexual health, and human rights.https://www.undp.org/publications/2024-lgbti-inclusion-index-report-pilot-implementation
2022
International Training on Chemsex and Online Outreach in Thailand
rained partners in Thailand on Chemsex and online outreach, strengthening regional harm reduction knowledge and capacity.
2022
Recognition with the Asian HIV Hero Award 2022
Honored with the Asian HIV Hero Award (2022) for outstanding leadership, advocacy, and impact in HIV, harm reduction, and queer rights.https://www.apcom.org/memorable-night-real-heros-2022/
2022
Community Support and Inclusion with HOPE
2022
Stigma Index Advocacy and Training with GNP+
HIV Buddies participated in Stigma Index advocacy and training for Asia (East and South) with GNP+, promoting rights and inclusion.http://stigmaindex.org/ade15914301fedde
2022
Side Event on Drug Policy in Asia (2022)
Contributed to 2022 side event “Drug Policy in Asia: The Importance of Intersectional Perspectives,” highlighting lived experiences and advocating for health-centered, rights-based policies.https://cndblog.org/2022/03/side-event-drug-policy-in-asia-the-importance-of-intersectional-perspectives/
2022
World AIDS Day 2022 Empowerment Session at Nai Zindagi Lahore
2023
First Asia Chemsex Platform Pre-Conference Co-Organized
Co-organized the first Asia Chemsex Platform pre-conference, engaging UNDP, UNAIDS, UNODC, WHO, Global Fund, IDPC, ReShape, Mainline, and Harm Reduction partners.https://reshapeorg.com/whatwedo/
2023
Community Education and Capacity Building in Sheikhupura
Delivered education and capacity building for community-based organization staff in Sheikhupura on HIV treatment, harm reduction, and available support services.
2023
APCOM Side Event Panelist on Drug Use in Asia and discussion of the Toolkit of Australia
2023
Presentation at Harm Reduction Conference Melbourne 2023
Presented an independent abstract on Chemsex and PNP research in Pakistan at the Harm Reduction Conference Melbourne 2023, advancing evidence-based community advocacy.https://hr23.hri.global/abstract/807
2023
Global Chemsex/PNP Partnership Workshop at Melbourne 2023
Co-led 90-minute global Chemsex/PNP workshop “High Fun: Chemsex Around the World” with ReShape, Mainline, Lighthouse Vietnam, HIV Buddies, and Asia Chemsex Platform. https://reshapeorg.com/whatwedo/
2023
International Collaboration at Harm Reduction Conference 2023 (HR23)
2023
Support. Don’t Punish Campaign (June 2023, Pakistan)
Organized campaign with IDPC and Khwaja Sira Society, hosting Sheikhupura workshop uniting communities and government to promote health-centered, rights-based drug policies.
2023
Representation at Duke of Edinburgh’s Commonwealth Leadership Study Conference 2023
Representing Pakistan and Queer community and substance issues in PEI and all around the commonwealth leadership Duke Edinburgh Commonwealth Study Conference, Canada, June 3 to June 18 20223
2023
Outreach and Harm Reduction Support with ASAAP
Worked with ASAAP to support South Asian and Middle Eastern communities through outreach, harm reduction, technical assistance, focus groups, and report writing.
2023
HIV and Harm Reduction Education for Newcomers in Canada
2024
Speaker at PADENA 2024 Virtual Conference, Canada
2024
Presentation at International Chemsex Symposium, Munich – WAC 2024
2024
Representation at U=U Consultation, Canadian AIDS Society 2024
Represented South Asian and Middle Eastern Muslim communities at Canadian AIDS Society’s two-day U=U consultation in Calgary, Canada, March 2024
2024
Panel Discussion and Media Advocacy on HIV Stigma – May 2024
2024
Fundraising for PLHIV Community at Casey House – June 2024
2024
Harm Reduction Volunteering at PRIDE Party, Toronto
Volunteered for harm reduction at PRIDE party, Cherry Beach, representing Casey House Canada and supporting inclusive, safe celebrations for communities.
2024
AIDS Candlelight Vigil at Barbara Hall Park – June 2024
Attended AIDS Candlelight Vigil at 519 Barbara Hall Park on June 25, 2024, honoring loved ones lost and remembering their impact
2024
Presentation at 2SLGBTIQIA Black and People of Color Mental Health Conference 2024
2024
Program Committee Member – Harm Reduction Conference 2025
Program Committee Member for Harm Reduction Conference 2025, focusing on Chemsex/PNP, LGBTI inclusion, substance use, and harm reduction advocacy programming in 2024
2024
Recognition at HERO Awards 2024, Bangkok
2024
UNDP Regional Support for the Asia Chemsex Platform and HIV Buddies
Met UNDP,regional teams supporting Asia Chemsex Platform and HIV Buddies’ restart, emphasizing lifesaving impact for chemsex communities
2024
UNAIDS, IDPC, Regional Support for Asia Chemsex Platform, and HIV Buddies
2024
NAPUD Meeting 2024 in Bangkok – Leadership Transition
2024
Participation in the 15th AWID Forum
2024
World AIDS Day 2024 – Renewed Commitment
2025
Workshop on Queer Community and Substance Use at ILGA Asia 2025
2025
World AIDS Day Preparation at The 519 with CANFAR
