Stigma and discrimination: The experiences of HIV-positive women in poor neighborhoods of Maputo, Mozambique

The AIDS epidemic is a serious public health problem in Mozambique. This socio-anthropological study analyzed the experiences of HIV-positive women in poor neighborhoods of Maputo. The results showed how gender inequalities increase women’s vulnerability to HIV and contribute to their stigmatization and discrimination. Public policies should focus on women’s empowerment and the reduction of HIV/AIDS-related stigma.