Asia Pacific Leadership Forum on HIV/AIDS and Development

The Asia Pacific Leadership Forum (APLF) on HIV/AIDS and Development provides decision-makers and leaders in the Asia Pacific region with opportunities to learn and apply strategies to respond to HIV.

Launched in 2002, the APLF recognises the critical role of leaders from within government and civil society in shaping an effective response to HIV. Its aim therefore is to promote effective leadership and to intensify commitment at the political level and within civil society.

The Government of Australia provided initial funding to set up the APLF and remains a key supporter.

The United Nations Joint Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS) has responsibility for managing APLF activities. Australia's Ambassador for HIV is a member of the steering committee which met for the seventh time in Bangkok in March 2009.

Last reviewed: 1 December, 2010