About VIHve Libre
We are a non-profit organization dedicated to the prevention, education, and support of people living with HIV, actively working to eliminate stigma, improve access to treatment, and ensure a dignified and discrimination-free life for all affected individuals. Our permanent prevention program includes free nationwide (and worldwide) access to Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) and Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP).
Our Mission
Our mission is to provide comprehensive support to people living with HIV or at risk of acquiring it, offering a safe and prejudice-free space where they can access resources, education, and quality healthcare. We strive to ensure that all people, regardless of their gender identity, sexual orientation, or social status, receive the necessary support to live with dignity and without fear.
Our Vision
We envision a world where HIV is no longer synonymous with fear, exclusion, or discrimination. We work to build a society where access to healthcare, education, and emotional support are guaranteed rights for all people living with HIV, fostering more informed, supportive, and inclusive communities.
Our History
VIHve Libre was founded in 2019 as a support group led by Alain Pinzón, an activist and person living with HIV. The initiative arose from the need to create a safe space where people with the diagnosis could feel accompanied and understood. What began as a small support network, with only a few people in its first meetings, quickly grew into a nationwide movement.
Since its foundation, VIHve Libre has worked tirelessly to highlight the issues faced by people with HIV in Mexico. We have become a key organization in the fight against shortages of antiretroviral medications, access to dignified healthcare services, and the eradication of prejudice and discrimination. Our work includes testing services, counseling, treatment access support, and community education, impacting thousands of lives.
Our Impact
Our Values
Empathy
We believe empathy is key to transforming realities. We approach each person with genuine understanding, offering non-judgmental support and recognizing their right to live with dignity.
Solidarity
We foster the creation of support networks, strengthening communities so that no one has to face their diagnosis alone. We mobilize to demand the fulfillment of the rights of those living with HIV.
Inclusion
We work for a society free of stigma and discrimination. Our commitment is to ensure that all people, regardless of their gender identity, sexual orientation, or social status, have access to the care and respect they deserve.
Confidentiality
We respect each person's privacy, providing services in safe environments where they can feel protected and supported without fear of judgment.
Our Team
VIHve Libre is made up of a multidisciplinary team of professionals and activists committed to the cause. We have doctors, psychologists, social workers, educators, and volunteers who dedicate their time and effort to providing comprehensive support to those in need. Our work is based not only on technical knowledge but also on lived experience and commitment to the fight for human rights.
Alain Pinzón
Founder and General Director
Dr. Carlos Ramírez
Medical Director
Lic. María González
Programs Coordinator
Our Services
Early Detection
We offer free and confidential rapid HIV tests, with pre- and post-test counseling so that individuals can understand their diagnosis and make informed health decisions.
Learn moreComprehensive Support
We provide psychological and emotional support, support groups, and legal guidance to ensure that people living with HIV can lead full and healthy lives.
Learn moreGuidance and Navigation
We help individuals connect with healthcare services, facilitating access to antiretroviral treatment and ensuring that their rights are upheld in the public healthcare system.
Learn moreOur Social Media
Follow us on social media to stay updated on our activities, events, and educational resources. We share up-to-date information on HIV, testimonies, news, and opportunities to get involved in the cause. Join the fight for a stigma-free society!