Our impact

2024 impact

Making an impact for people living with HIV

Society has lagged behind science in its response to HIV. People living with HIV still face stigmatisation and discrimination. These negative public attitudes led to people living with HIV facing higher than average rates of homelessness, poor mental health, and isolation.

We’re proud of our impact, helping to improve the lives of people living with HIV whilst making tangible progress to eliminate the onward transmission of HIV.

Click HERE to download our full Impact Report. Key highlights include:

Benefits maximised

537 people living with HIV access our AQS4 Benefit Advice Service raising over £754,000 in benefits to ensure their practical needs are met.

Better sexual health training

98 outreach training sessions delivered to the community to highlight the importance of sexual health, reducing stigma around HIV and barriers to support.

Workshops delivered

61 support groups, workshops, panels, events and creative sessions delivered to support good health and wellbeing.

Good mental health

3,758 hours of one to one peer support, counselling and clinical psychology provided to improve mental health and overall wellbeing.

2024 stats

HIV tests delivered, helping to find undiagnosed cases

STI tests provided at over 550 testing sessions

People living with HIV supported via our holistic range of projects and programmes

Beneficiaries report higher self-esteem

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Beneficiaries report better quality of life

At Positive East, we want to improve the quality of life for individuals and communities affected by HIV.

Stress

92% of beneficiaries feel less stressed and anxious.

More hopeful

91% of beneficiaries feel more hopeful for the future.

Mental health

93% of beneficiaries improved their mental health

Support networks

90% of beneficiaries report stronger support networks

Here is what our service users say

"Positive East is like a shining beacon that seeks you out when you're in a dark place, they restore our dignity, our self-worth and gives each individual a chance to look towards the future with a bit more confidence”

"My experience with Positive East was life changing for my mental health. Sometimes you may feel down but at least you have a place to go and share your worries with someone. You feel not alone."

“I was rough sleeping and felt hopeless. When I came to Positive East I met incredible people who were always so supportive and kind to me. I have never felt so accepted and respected before. Definitely one of the best organisations”

2023-2024 service stats

Condoms distributed across East London, reducing the risk of STIs/HIV

People supported in accessing or maintaining safe housing or Temporary Accommodation

of beneficiaries feel more confident to access additional support services

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Delivering excellent service

When asked to rate the services they have received from Positive East out of 5 stars (with 5 stars being the best). The average rating was 4.5 stars.