Horacio is a Public Relations student and a Human Rights activist for young people with HIV, working within peer networks in Argentina since 2014. He was part of the regional coordination of positive youth in Latin America from 2019 to 2022. Engaged in moderating support meetings, territorial activism activities, case accompaniment, mediation, political advocacy, governance, strategic litigation, and resource mobilization, he is part of a generation of Latin American activists breaking barriers to participation in our region.

Kaweme Chunga boasts over a decade of experience in advocacy and is currently undergoing training to become a barrister in the United Kingdom. She holds an LLB and master's and is pursuing a barrister course in law. Presently, her focus is on examining the connections between gender, law, and HIV in the realm of public policy.

Kaweme is a transformational youth coach and mentor, who founded Anchor of Destiny, a global program aimed at building future leaders in the HIV response. She is heavily involved in providing training, facilitation, and mentorship to young people and raising their voices and their lived experiences. She helps young people living with HIV to raise their voices by building their collective capacity for effective advocacy. Kaweme also educates young people in schools on the risk of HIV to help reduce stigma and strongly advocates for the ethical and meaningful engagement of young people living with HIV, their rights, dignity, and well-being in policy and decision-making spaces.

In 2018, Kaweme was part of a small team of young people who developed the global roadmap on HIV for various stakeholders working in the AIDS response. Y+ Global helped implement this roadmap as part of their ethical engagement guidelines.

Kimberly Amanda Springer is an advocate, activist, and feminist from Trinidad and Tobago and serves as a vice chair on the board for Y+ Global representing the Caribbean region. She is at the forefront of amplifying the voices of young women, adolescent girls, and young mothers in her home country and the wider Caribbean region. Kimberly is dedicated to addressing critical issues such as HIV and AIDS, gender-based violence, and promoting sexual and reproductive health rights.

Kimberly's advocacy work extends beyond her local community and into the international arena. She is an active member of several prominent networks, including the International Community of Women Living with HIV - Chapter of Young Women & Adolescent Girls, where she works to support and empower women and girls. Additionally, as a member of the UNFPA Youth Advisory Group of Trinidad and Tobago, she passionately advocates for the diverse needs and issues faced by young women and adolescent girls.

Kimberly is also a certified Youth Mental Health First Aider. This certification underscores her commitment to promoting holistic well-being and providing essential mental health support for young people. Kimberly's multifaceted involvement reflects her tireless dedication to creating positive change locally and globally.

Fletcher Yi-Chi Chiu is an advocate for HIV and gender issues at both national and regional levels in the Asian region. He has previously worked for the Persons with HIV/AIDS Rights Advocacy Association of Taiwan (PRAA), the first non-profit organisation established by and for people living with HIV (PLHIV) in his country. PRAA's mission is to help PLHIV access treatment, protect their human rights, and monitor policies regardless of nationality. Fletcher utilised his skills in communication and evidence-based research to improve the quality of life of PLHIV. Currently, he serves as a PLHIV Stigma Index Program Officer at the Global Network of People Living with HIV (GNP+).

Precious Patricia Kaniki is a dedicated young Zambian leader with a strong background in research, mental health advocacy, and human rights, focusing on Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR). She has extensive experience in developing and delivering evidence-based SRHR and HIV prevention interventions. Precious has contributed to policy development through organisations like SRHR Trust Africa Zambia, UNICEF, and Restless Development. She secured funding from Learnserve Fellowship for a mental health project for girls with disabilities and co-authored a research paper on COVID-19's impact on youth in Zambia. Her vision is to empower youth to shape policies and foster intergenerational collaboration for holistic health solutions."

Rubén Barba Aguirre is committed to human rights, HIV advocacy, para-diplomacy, community work, and international relations. Their noteworthy accomplishments include enrolling in university, serving as the national coordinator of J+Mex, and participating in the fourth regional conference on population and development in Latin America and the Caribbean. Rubén co-authored the book "Paradiplomacy: Municipal and Peripheral Territories" and has publicly disclosed their HIV-positive status. They have successfully overseen and executed community projects for J+Mex.

Deborah Leticia Akumu is an advocate for people living with HIV. They are also a human rights activist, feminist, and LGBTQ+ sex worker. They specialise in public health and are committed to promoting HIV and Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) for LGBTQ+ individuals and sex workers in challenging environments. With over six years of experience, Deborah has worked to improve treatment options for young people living with HIV (YPLHIV) and raise awareness about HIV prevention for LBQT sex workers. They also led campaigns to improve SRHR services and advocated for law reform to combat discrimination against LGBTQ+ and sex worker communities. Deborah's efforts have been recognised by UNESCO in 2019, and they were nominated as HIV Leader of the Year by Uganda's Ministry of Health in 2022. Additionally, Deborah received the Upcoming Philly Lutaaya Award for their anti-stigma work. In 2024, they were awarded the Global Advocacy for HIV Cure Academy Fellowship for their work on including marginalised populations in HIV cure research.

Cyprian Wewoli Awiah is an advocate for sexual and reproductive health and rights, as well as HIV awareness. He has a degree in biotechnology and molecular biology. Cyprian is the Programs and Advocacy Coordinator for Young Health Advocates Ghana (YHAG) and also serves as a regional coordinator for the Ghana Network of Persons Living with HIV (NAP+). He is passionate about supporting young people living with HIV, providing mentorship and conducting home-based HIV testing. Cyprian's advocacy work empowers youth and significantly contributes to the HIV community. He is also a peer educator, facilitating sessions on sexual and reproductive health and rights, ensuring that young people have access to important information and support. Through counselling and mentorship, Cyprian has helped many individuals accept their status and take an active role in managing their health. His commitment to advocacy, community engagement, and leadership demonstrates his dedication to improving the lives of young people living with HIV.

Saliha Marchiq from Morocco is a human rights activist who advocates for people living with HIV and LGBTQ+ issues. She has been a volunteer with the Anti-AIDS Association (ALCS) in Marrakesh since 2018 and has more than seven years of experience in the field of HIV prevention and combating stigma and discrimination. In 2023, she helped found the Moroccan Association for Positive Living, which was known as Kainin Plus after completing her studies. She currently works in this association and undertakes communications tasks. Through their dedicated work, she is passionate about improving the lives of people living with HIV, advocating for their interests and contributing to the fight against all forms of stigma and discrimination against this group. Saliha speaks Arabic, French and English.

Maximina has expertise in HIV programming with focus on in children, adolescents and young people, gender equality and women’s empowerment, sexual reproductive health and rights, youth development and leadership. She worked for a community-based organization which is well known of having YPLHIV at the forefront of differentiated service delivery. Maximina is well known for advocating for the meaningful involvement of adolescent girls and young women in decision-making processes and spaces at all levels.

Emilia has more than 6 years of diverse accounting and finance experience in both non-profit making and public company environments. She has expertise in reporting financial information, reconciliations, routine accounting tasks, interpreting financial data, debtor chasing, variance analysis, budgeting and budgetary control, and payroll administration. She is a proven financial planner and analyst with an in-depth understanding of generally accepted accounting principles, auditing and accounting which will benefit the Y+ Global through the implementation and management of the HER Voice Fund.

Tawanda, a native of Zimbabwe, discovered his passion for art and technology at a very young age. He grew up in Highfield, a small community in Harare, where he was nurtured by family and mentors.

Tawanda holds a degree in Information Systems and certifications in Graphic Design, Motion Graphics, Web Design, and Web Development. He actively participated in several HIV Networks in Zimbabwe, volunteering his skills to create impactful campaigns and websites. Currently, Tawanda serves as the Web and Graphics Support Officer for the Global Network of Young People Living with HIV (Y+ Global), where he applies his expertise in three key areas: Graphic Design, ICT Support, and Web Design/Development.

His core values of fairness, equality, and innovation are deeply ingrained, and he envisions a world where diversity is celebrated. Tawanda’s aspiration is to become a top-notch graphic designer who not only produces visually appealing work but also conveys meaningful messages. Throughout his journey, he inspires others to embrace their uniqueness and contribute to a more inclusive future.

Gabriela is a highly motivated, dedicated individual with several years of international experience in project-oriented work related to social issues such as the promotion and protection of human rights and social/gender inequality. Over the last years, Gabriela had the experience of working with human rights funds, international non-governmental organizations, grassroots initiatives, and public-private partnerships. In the last years, she has been working with a variety of community-based organizations on various fronts, including institutional strengthening, strategic planning, monitoring and evaluation, program strategy, and management. As a multilingual professional, her intercultural awareness and educational background have proven essential in being successful on multiple fronts.

Maxwell has a background in HIV and Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights, livelihood and life skills related programming for more than seven years. He has also held various positions in M&E departments for several organisations for more than two year. He has worked for Zimbabwe Young Positives (ZY+) SOS Children's Villages Zimbabwe –FSP programme, Restless Development and Zimbabwe Aids Prevention and Support Organisation (ZAPSO). Some of the key donors he managed included UNESCO, UNFPA, EU, ARASA, FP2020 and Comic Relief. Maxwell holds a Master of Science Degree in Development Studies from Women’s University in Africa, a Special Honours Degree in Monitoring and Evaluation with Lupane State University and an Honours degree in History and International Studies with Midlands State University

Grace Saba is a public health professional from Nigeria with over nine years of experience in designing and implementing programs focused on the health, rights, and development of adolescents and young people. She specializes in SRHR programming, life skills development, and gender. Grace has implemented evidence-based advocacy initiatives at the national and regional levels to create supportive policy and practice environments for access to SRHR information and services for diverse communities, as well as to end gender-based violence. Her work is rooted in feminist intersectional principles, ensuring inclusive, equitable, and impactful outcomes. Grace is also a Comprehensive Sexuality Educator and has effectively used CSE to address and reduce child marriages and gender-based violence in conservative communities in Nigeria. Grace is dedicated to driving meaningful change that empowers underserved communities.

Gabriel Seubboon Chaiyasit is a queer-identified Thai citizen with direct experience with international organisations focusing on gender, human rights, and migration. Gabriel earned a Master of Arts in Southeast Asian Studies in 2018 from Chulalongkorn University. He was an affiliate researcher at the Asian Research Centre for Migration, Institute of Asian Studies, Chulalongkorn University. Gabriel also served as an Assistant for Thailand's Representative to the ASEAN Commission on the Promotion and Protection of the Rights of Women and Children (ACWC) for Women's Rights. His area of expertise includes LGBTIQ+ issues, human rights, South East Asian studies, and urban refugees. Besides, he is a classically-trained violinist, globetrotter, and virtuoso who has performed as an Irish, bluegrass, and pop fiddler in a number of prominent acts and regularly performed and toured with renowned Thai bands as the featured violin soloist.

Eddy is a passionate advocate of HIV and LGBTIQ+ rights and has many years of experience in the development field, both with civil society and the United Nations. He is currently based in Bangkok, Thailand. Throughout the years, Eddy has provided communications and technical support to improve programmes for young people at risk of HIV and improve access to HIV and sexual and reproductive health services. Eddy has co-authored publications with the UN, developed leadership training manuals for young people and documented countless stories of youth activism and leadership across Asia and the Pacific. He holds a Bachelor’s in Communications and Media from Loughborough University, UK and a Master’s in International Development from the University of Manchester, UK.

Priscilla Ama Addo, is 22 years old currently pursing Public Relations at the Ghana Institute of Journalism -UniMac. She resides in Accra, Ghana and is currently the Communications and Advocacy Graduate Trainee at Y+ Global. She has participated in numerous health projects, representing the youth and is currently the President of the Young Health Advocates Ghana, a youth-led network for young people living with HIV/AIDS in Ghana and a Youth Leader for Health. Priscilla is passionate about being a voice for the unheard and aspires to continue impacting the lives of young women through policy development and formulation.

Mr. Doan Thanh Tung has more than a decade’s experience working as an HIV, YKP activist and practitioner in the fields of stigma and discrimination, community rights, sexual reproductive health rights, chemsex and drug use, and HIV in Vietnam and the Southeast Asia region. His work ranges from designing, managing, and implementing various interventions, programs and innovations based on the context and needs of the community, conducting research to design evidence-based interventions and community monitoring, building capacity and empowering other organizations and young key populations communities. Tung is also an inspring speaker to raise the community’ needs and concerns through high-profile engagements at key regional and global conferences, including the AIDS Conference, IAS Conference, APAAC, PEPFAR COP meeting, Asia Chemsex Platform, IASSCS Conference, UNAIDS PCB, etc.

His recognition includes feature in Vietnam Forbes Magazine ‘30 Under 30’, Australian Government’s Young Social Entreprenour Leader, and the Young Achiever Award Southeast Asia Hero award by the Asia Pacific Coalition on Male Sexual Health for exceptional work as a community young leader, community health worker and LGBTQI activist. Tung was recently awarded his Masters of Public Health at the Hanoi Medical University International MPH program and is serving as member of organizing committee, abstract and scholarship reviewer of the 12th IAS Conference on HIV Science (IAS 2023).

Faith Thipe is a dynamic and passionate youth activist who advocates for the meaningful engagement and participation of young people in their diversities in decision-making platforms and access to universal youth friendly health services. With over 4 years of experience working in the advocacy and development space with various NGOs and CSOs.

Esther Kamau is a graduate of finance from St. Paul's University. She has a strong passion for financial management in the context of non-governmental organizations (NGOs). Currently, she is pursuing her Certified Public Accountants (CPA) certification at KCA University.

With her dedication and expertise, Esther has been making a significant impact in the field. She has been working as a Finance Graduate Trainee at Y+ Global for over a year now. In this role, she has gained valuable experience and knowledge in managing the financial resources of NGOs.

Beyond her love for finance, Esther finds purpose in ensuring that organizations have the necessary financial capacities and resources to make a lasting impact. Her commitment to the field and desire to contribute to the betterment of society make her a valuable asset in the world of financial management.She is also exploring her footing in advocacy .

Ivy Jebet is a highly driven, committed and self-motivated individual who is passionate about projects and programmes focused on Youth and HIV/AIDS. She graduated with a bachelor’s degree in public health and a certificate in Project management. She has volunteered in various NGO’s and CBO’s that target reduction in the disease burden and through her experiences she has acquired programmes management skills that will be key in her current role. She derives her purpose from striving to ensure that the ‘voiceless’ have a voice. She is passionate about empowerment of the girl child and currently leads a local youth group in her local village where she is responsible for organizing and coordinating mentorship sessions. Besides work, she is an avid reader and enjoys keeping fit.

Oğuzhan (Ozla) is a queer HIV activist and health services researcher from Turkey. As an openly gay man living with HIV, he works with and supports people from marginalised communities and those living with or affected by HIV. He holds an MSc in Health Sciences from the University of Luzern in Switzerland. Ozla is also a Youth Ambassador and an Advocacy for Cure fellow for the International AIDS Society.

Oliver Muindi is a dedicated advocate for sexual and reproductive health rights with a rich background in social work, research, and community engagement. He has a keen interest in studies and initiatives that ensure access to essential services for people living with HIV. He champions the needs of sexual minorities and marginalized groups. Currently, as Administrative Support for the HER Voice Fund at Y+ Global, he supports programming activities and advocates for SRHR for adolescent girls, young women, and sexual minorities across 13 African countries.

Ayomiposi Sanmabo joins the Y+ Global team as the Monitoring and Evaluation Graduate Trainee. She graduated with a degree in Project Management from the Federal University of Technology, Akure, Nigeria, in 2022, ranking in the top five per cent (5%) of her graduating class. She has over two years of experience utilising evidence to inform and guide program interventions, leading and supporting the implementation of M&E processes for innovative education intervention programs focused on bridging educational gaps for children living in marginalised communities within the North-Central Region of Nigeria.

Cindy Amaiza is a youth leader from Kenya with more than eight years of experience in youth health programming, particularly in HIV and sexual reproductive health. She excels in building and motivating high-performing teams to deliver sustainable health impact for adolescents and young people. Her exceptional leadership and interpersonal skills have enabled her to conceptualize and implement effective and innovative programs that have spotlighted her as a passionate and results-oriented leader in youth programming.

In her everyday endeavours, Cindy has a steadfast commitment to fostering ethical and meaningful engagement of Adolescent Girls and Young Women in decision-making processes that directly affect their lives. Cindy is currently pursuing a Master's of Public Health and holds a Bachelor of Science in Microbiology and Biotechnology.