2026 North Louisiana HIV Stigma Summit
About this Event
About The Summit
Free CEUs and Free breakfast & lunch!
You must print your ticket or prsent your ticket to claim your lunch. Any registration after 08-20-2026 will not be gaurnteed a lunch. However, the LSUS Port Grille is on the first floor, directly below the event, and you can get your own preferences at LSUS Port Grille procing.
The North Louisiana HIV Stigma Summit (NLHSS) is a community-driven educational and advocacy initiative dedicated to reducing HIV stigma, improving public understanding of HIV, elevating lived-experience voices, and strengthening partnerships among healthcare, public health, social service, faith, academic, governmental, and community organizations.
Founded by Dr. Darren L. Stanley following the loss of a family member to HIV-related stigma, the Summit was intentionally designed to ensure that people living with HIV remain at the center of the conversation. While Dr. Stanley serves as Founder and Chair, the Summit's priorities and strategic direction are guided by leaders with lived experience who serve throughout Summit leadership.
The Summit exists because stigma remains one of the most significant barriers to:
• HIV testing
• Early diagnosis
• Engagement in care
• Medic*tion adherence
• Mental wellness
• Healthy relationships
• Community inclusion
• Long-term viral suppression
Agenda
🕑: 07:30 AM - 08:55 AM
Check-In & Sponsored Breakfast & Presentation – ViiV Healthcare
Host: ViiV Health Care
🕑: 09:00 AM - 09:20 AM
Opening Remarks & Summit Overview – Dr. Darren L. Stanley, Founder & Chairman
Host: Dr. Darren L. Stanley
🕑: 09:25 AM - 09:40 AM
Welcome from the Honorable Mayor Tom Arceneaux, City of Shreveport
Host: Mayor Tom Arceneaux
🕑: 09:45 AM - 10:35 AM
Keynote Address – Kerry Thomas
Host: Kerry Thomas – Sero Project Public Engagement & Narrativ
🕑: 10:40 AM - 11:40 AM
Breakout Block 1 - Ballroom
Host: Disclosure & Fear of Reject
Info: Examines the emotional, social, and psychological barriers surrounding HIV disclosure while exploring strategies that promote confidence, resilience, and healthy communication.
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