Beauty and self-care spaces should be sanctuaries, but for many women living with HIV, they can become sites of fear of stigmatization. On Thursday, August 27, 2026, cohosts Ciarra "Ci Ci" Brown and Bridgette Picou discussed the reality of HIV stigma in salons, spas, and beyond, exploring the facts of HIV transmission, practical strategies for handling awkward or discriminatory encounters in these self-care spaces, and how women living with HIV can demand the respect and stigma-free service that they are entitled to.
You're not going to want to miss this powerful conversation!
This program is supported through a grant from Merck.


