Living with HIV
Richard - names and images in this story have been changed to protect people's identities
“Even in darkness there is so much hope”
For Richard and his brother, being a part of the LGBTQ+ community whilst growing up in Singapore was difficult. Despite its glitz and glamour, Singapore is a deeply conservative city that “criminalises queerness and HIV status,” said Richard.
Listen to Richard’s story to hear about the challenges of sexual violence and living with HIV.
*Names in this story have been changed to protect people's identities.
Untold Stories is an initiative coordinated by the Health Promotion Unit (HPU). The HPU team thank all the students and staff who have given us permission to share their stories.
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