![]() ![]() ![]() Her work is not only relevant to South Africa, but globally,” said the university.īekker works through the Desmond Tutu HIV Foundation, based at UCT. “Professor Bekker embodies a physician-scientist who uses their expertise to better the lives of others. In her work, Bekker specifically focuses her efforts in supporting more vulnerable populations, including pregnant women, adolescents, and populations that are more difficult to reach and engage, according to the University of Cape Town (UCT). Read more: /ujScAe15Hvīekker’s fearless advocacy and personalised models of care have saved lives and helped to break down barriers of stigma and discrimination in HIV prevention, he said. UCT’s Professor of Medicine Linda-Gail Bekker has been named the winner of the 2018 Desmond Tutu Award for HIV Prevention Research and Human Rights. “Linda-Gail Bekker is a tireless and innovative leader of efforts to ensure effective HIV prevention for all,” said Mike Chirenje, co-chair of the HIV Research for Prevention (HIVR4P). “From her clinics in the impoverished Masiphumelele and New Crossroads townships of Cape Town, to her role as chief operating officer of the Desmond Tutu HIV Foundation and in her capacity as immediate past president of the International AIDS Society,” Chirenje said. Bekker received the award in honour of her commitment to the work she has been doing for the community of Masiphumelele and New Crossroads, both in Cape Town, where she has several clinics. ![]()
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