campaigns that specifically address HIV positive gay men, all looking at coping with living with the virus in the new millennium.
Andrew McDonald, the staff member responsible for the Positive Campaign
Group, describes the need for these campaigns. "With HIV, it is easy
to think of yourself as damaged goods, to believe that the chance of finding
true love and happiness has been snatched away.
"The reality, of course, is that it is absolutely possible for an
HIV positive man to have a fulfilling sex life and rewarding relationships.
The details may have changed, and negotiating may require new skills,
but HIV positive men need to know that they still deserve love and happiness,
just like anyone else. Through these campaigns, we hope to empower people
to seek out ways to actually find what they are looking for, and ultimately
lead more fulfilling lives.
"For me, the best thing about volunteering for GMFA," adds James,
"is being there, with like-minded other guys. On the Heath, at Pride
marches, during Love and Respect, attending meetings, in the office. No
matter what, being among other gay men empowers my identity. I am strong,
but more so for being able to choose to spend some of my time with other
gay men, striving to put something back into, and nurture, the gay community."
Matthew Hodson is Mass Media Project Worker at GMFA. GMFA: tel 020
7738 6872. or visit: www.demon.co.uk/gmfa
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