As part of World AIDS Day commemorations, I led the PEPFAR team to spotlight 12 PEPFAR Heroes — frontline champions whose work has driven remarkable progress against HIV. This short film celebrates their contributions and highlights Zimbabwe’s journey toward epidemic control.
Through stories like these, I’ve helped translate complex program outcomes into human-centered narratives that inspire action, strengthen partnerships, and underscore the impact of U.S. investments.
Each month following the World AIDS Day launch, a different Hero — like Gumisayi Bonzo, advocate for Zimbabwe’s transgender and intersex communities seen below — was featured in a short video and highlighted in a PEPFAR Heroes calendar. These stories celebrated individuals who stood up against stigma, expanded access to lifesaving services, and inspired their communities.
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