Posts by Vanessa Giorgo
One year to Spectra’s HIV archival poster exhibition with Studio Voltaire
Spectra co-organised the exhibition “It’s a Love Thing” at Studio Voltaire, exhibiting our archive of posters from the 80s and 90s, looking at the history of the HIV epidemic in…
Read MoreWorking towards ending HIV transmissions in England by 2030
Spectra has contributed to a recent survey by the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA), which monitors the progress of England’s health system in reducing HIV transmission, following the Government’s commitment…
Read MoreThe Updated Code of Practice for the Equality Act 2010 is out
The long-awaited Equality and Human Rights Commission Practice code for the Equality Act 2010 for Service, Public Functions and Associations is now out. Spectra is aware of early reports in the UK media and acknowledge, people will interpret the…
Read MoreThe 2026 Simon Dennis Grant Award is now open for applications!
Are you a not for profit? Do you work for the benefit LGBTQ+ people and/or people of colour with a focus on mental health / sexual health / wellbeing? If…
Read MoreMpox cases in London increasing
Public health officials have reported an increase in mpox cases in January 2026 comparing to last year, with 47 cases already recorded in the first two weeks of February. What is Mpox? Mpox (previously known…
Read MoreSpectra signs letter to MPs supporting Trans+ inclusion
Spectra is proud to stand alongside more than 140 LGBTQ+, feminist, and human rights organisations by signing an open letter calling on Members of Parliament (MPs) to protect and strengthen…
Read MoreInjectable PrEP roll out: a milestone in HIV prevention by the NHS
The NHS is rolling out the first long-acting injectable form of HIV prevention, cabotegravir. This will be a “transformative step” in the fight to end new HIV transmissions in England…
Read MoreThe 2025 Simon Dennis Grant Award is now open
The Simon Dennis Grant Award, set up by Spectra Charity, is now open for applications. It offers funding of up to £2,500 to grassroots, non-profit organisations across Greater London. The…
Read MoreSpectra urges Government action on upcoming Autumn budget
Spectra has joined a coalition of organisations in signing an open letter, led by Decrim Now, calling on the UK Government to take urgent action to address the growing link…
Read MoreSpectra speaks to the BBC on HIV outreach in London
A BBC News article features Spectra following the recent release of a report that the London HIV Prevention Programme (LHPP) commissioned. The report highlights persistent disparities in HIV testing and…
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