A Gender-Based Analysis of HIV/AIDS in Belize The Human
Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) is a serious public health concern
in Belize, where the total number of HIV infections reported
between 1986 and 2008 reached 4,680 in a population of only
322,000 . There is growing recognition that HIV programs in
Belize must identify, monitor, and respond to the distinct needs
of men, women, boys and girls. A gendered approach is seen as
one of the most effective strategies for reducing
vulnerabilities to HIV infection, and enhancing individual and
community capacities for coping with the consequences of HIV .
In this report, we present a Gender-Based Analysis (GBA) of
HIV/AIDS in Belize. Added analysis of sexually transmitted
infections (STIs) and gender-based violence (GBV) is provided,
as they affect biological risks and social vulnerabilities and
help inform the GBA of HIV/AIDS. The objective is to explore
current epidemiological patterns and trends, access to testing
and treatment, health-related outcomes, and various