IAS – the International AIDS Society – is inviting applications to fill key voluntary positions shaping upcoming conferences. We are looking for dedicated individuals who are eager to contribute to the world’s most significant HIV conferences.
Join us to help chart the future of HIV research and advocacy!
Deadline: Friday, 11 July 2025
Civil society representative on the IAS Conference Committee
The IAS is looking for a civil society representative affiliated with an organization working in HIV service delivery to join the IAS Conference Committee. As a member, you will contribute to the strategic planning of IAS conferences for a two-year term, including supporting conference host city selection and serving on the Organizing Committees of AIDS 2026 and IAS 2027.
Local or regional civil society representative for AIDS 2026 Organizing Committee
We are seeking a civil society representative in Latin America and the Caribbean, preferably in Brazil, working in HIV advocacy, programme implementation or service delivery or representing people living with HIV to join the AIDS 2026 Organizing Committee. We encourage you to apply if you are passionate about shaping the conference programme.
Young person for the AIDS 2026 Organizing Committee
Are you a young person under 30 who is driven to contribute to positive change in your country, region or globally? Do you want to mobilize the meaningful participation of young people living with and affected by HIV, young activists and young investigators at AIDS 2026? Apply now to join the AIDS 2026 Organizing Committee to connect with leading experts and gain invaluable experience in shaping the future of the HIV response!
Applications will be accepted only from people who are under the age of 30 on 31 July 2025.
About the AIDS 2026 Organizing Committee
The AIDS 2026 Organizing Committee for the 26th International AIDS Conference guides the overall planning and development of the programme for AIDS 2026 taking place in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, and virtually from 25 to 30 July 2026. This includes designing all conference sessions and the Global Village programme, attracting high-level participants, and promoting the conference. Find more details about the committee responsibilities in the terms of reference.
About the IAS Conference Committee
The IAS Conference Committee oversees the strategic planning of all IAS conferences over a four-year cycle, ensuring continuity, responsiveness to HIV needs and alignment with IAS strategic priorities. For more information, please refer to the terms of reference.