95%

Reduction in HIV-related deaths since PEPFAR's introduction

1.2M+

20 Years

Zambians currently receiving life-saving treatment

Of transformative impact through PEPFAR

Hope, Healing, and PEPFAR

Exploring how U.S. aid transformed HIV treatment in Zambia

Zambia's Will to Live: PEPFAR turns the tide on HIV

Our documentary tells the powerful story of how PEPFAR (President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief) has transformed HIV treatment and prevention in Zambia. Through intimate portraits of healthcare workers, patients, and community leaders, we explore the profound impact of this historic initiative.

PEPFAR is the "most amazing thing in the history of HIV," says Dr. Sharon Lewin, president of the International AIDS Society.

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Transformative HIV Stories

Discover the impact of PEPFAR on HIV treatment and prevention in Zambia through powerful storytelling.

Healthcare Worker Insights

Explore the experiences of healthcare workers dedicated to transforming HIV treatment and community health in Zambia.

Patient Narratives

Hear firsthand accounts from patients whose lives have been changed by PEPFAR's initiatives in Zambia.

Frequently asked questions

What is this project?

"Zambia's Will to Live" tells the powerful story of PEPFAR's impact on Zambia's fight against HIV. This feature film documentary delves into the past, present, and future of the global effort to end the epidemic.

What is PEPFAR?

PEPFAR, the U.S. President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief, is a landmark U.S. government initiative launched in 2003 to combat the global HIV/AIDS epidemic. As the largest commitment by any nation to address a single disease, PEPFAR provides life-saving antiretroviral treatment, prevention programs, and healthcare system strengthening, resulting in millions of lives saved and new infections prevented, while also working towards the goal of achieving HIV epidemic control globally.

What is the project mission?

Our mission is to ensure the continuation of PEPFAR's life-saving HIV aid response by raising awareness and building widespread support, ultimately contributing to the eradication of HIV.

Why is PEPFAR Aid at risk?

PEPFAR's aid is at risk due to a confluence of factors, including increasing political polarization within the U.S., which has led to legislative gridlock and funding uncertainties. This has resulted in difficulties securing long-term reauthorization, with recent reauthorizations being short-term, creating instability. Additionally, shifts in global health priorities and economic pressures contribute to a complex environment, making PEPFAR's continued, stable funding less certain.