A.I.D.S. Council Meets (Press, 30 April 1988)
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Summary: A.I.D.S. Council Meets (Press, 30 April 1988)
The National Council on A.I.D.S. held its inaugural meeting in Wellington on 28 April 1988, chaired by Mrs Peggy Koopman-Boyden from Christchurch. The council, serving as an advisory group to the Health Department, focused on the need for a national strategy to address discrimination against carriers of HIV and A.I.D.S. During the meeting, the council established working parties tasked with enhancing public education on A.I.D.S. The aim is to "demystify" misconceptions surrounding HIV infection and A.I.D.S. in New Zealand. Additionally, the council discussed the importance of creating community support for individuals affected by A.I.D.S. The working groups are expected to produce reports by the end of the year, which will compile information to provide informed recommendations to the Minister of Health, Mr Caygill. The council's efforts underscore a commitment to addressing both the health and social challenges presented by A.I.D.S. in New Zealand.
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