HIV status stories

"My mental health was hard hit by my diagnosis and my line manager's questions."

"I left knowing that it was actually ok to share that information with people."

"There was no reaction. And that’s the way it should be."

"They gagged me. They stole my voice. They shut down access to that support I so needed."

"I've had a good experience, and I'm grateful that I work with some lovely people."

"After my last experience, I'm terrified of any employer finding out."

"The majority of my colleagues were young, HIV unaware, and didn’t understand the impact."

"I really couldn't fault the way my team and the team leader handled my diagnosis."

"I struggled with the diagnosis and kept the information only to core family and friends."

"I’ve always received full support around whatever reasonable adjustments I may require."

"Eventually they pushed me to the point where I had to quit."

"It was a very uncomfortable and anxious time until I could speak with the HR Director."