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UCHAPS stands with leading researchers who have examined U=U as an effective strategy to prevent transmission to HIV-negative sexual partners.

“We’ve come a long way in this work but there’s more work to be done,” Jones says. “The meaningful participation of communities and health departments is vital to winning this fight.”

Philly Mag chats with the new director of the Urban Coalition for HIV/AIDS Prevention Services about ending stigma of the virus.

While Kevin Jones had several leadership roles involving HIV/AIDS research, his own 2009 diagnosis with HIV gave him new insight into the fight against the disease. 

UCHAPS, the Urban Coalition for HIV/AIDS Prevention Services, has named Kevin T. Jones, M.P.H., M.Ed., as its national Executive Director effective immediately. 

President Donald Trump released his administrations detailed FY 2018 Budget. UCHAPS opposes the draconian cuts proposed by the Administration, including many that would devestate programs that are essential for the treatment and preventions of HIV/AIDS an STDs.

The Urban Coalition for HIV/AIDS Prevention Services (UCHAPS) elected four new members to the organization’s Board of Directors, effective May 1.

UCHAPS is pleased to SUPPORT SB 239 by Senator Scott Weiner, which would decriminalize felony penalties for HIV and AIDS.  

UCHAPS Recognizes National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day

Resiliency in a Time of Uncertainty: Government and Community Stand Committed to Preventing New HIV Infections and Reducing Health Disparities, Morbidity, and Mortality

The UCHAPS (Urban Coalition for HIV/AIDS Prevention Services) community is heartbroken after the
recent tragedy at Pulse Nightclub in Orlando, FL. 

The Time to Act is Now: Strengthen the HIV Response in Hardest Hit Metropolitan Areas

UCHAPS encourages public health departments nationwide to recognize the professionalism and life-saving work of Disease Intervention Specialists who serve on the frontlines of community health.