July CTA: #WinTheFight

By: Results Canada Published: July 30, 2025

“Africa knows the cost of neglect. We buried millions while the world delayed. To cut AIDS funding now is to choose profit over people again.”
- Vuyiseka Dubula, AIDS activist

Sibulele Sibaca Nomnganga (Sibu) was just a young child at the height of South Africa’s AIDS epidemic. Too young to understand that the disease was claiming the lives of her mother, father, aunt, and uncle. She did know one thing with certainty: their medicine mattered. Each day, she carefully laid out her father’s pills, making sure he took every dose – a quiet act of love and responsibility far beyond her years.

When her parents eventually died from AIDS, Sibu’s role as a caregiver continued. She turned her attention to raising her younger brother. In the face of loss, something powerful ignited within her – a fierce determination to protect others from experiencing the same pain.

The ask: With rising global health threats and widening inequalities, we urge Canada to continue to champion the Global Fund and build on our current level of strong support ($1.21 billion over 3 years) to help #WinTheFight against AIDS, tuberculosis, and malaria.

Sibu’s story is one of millions. As of 2023, an estimated 14.1 million children around the world have lost one or both parents to AIDS-related causes. Today, Sibu is using her voice to make sure their stories are heard and to call for renewed global leadership to finally defeat human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) – the virus that causes AIDS.

Sibu credits her survival to the global scale-up of HIV prevention and treatment, made possible in large part by the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria. Knowing that she is one of the more than 65 million lives saved since the Global Fund’s inception in 2002 fuels her hope and purpose. In countries where the Global Fund invests, AIDS-related deaths have dropped by 73%, and new infections by 61% since 2002.

That is tremendous progress.

the Global Fund’s impact on HIV/AIDS in numbers

The Global Fund provides 28% of all international financing for HIV programs
In 2023, 25 million people were on antiretroviral therapy for HIV in countries where the Global Fund invests.
695,000 mothers living with HIV received medicine to keep them alive and prevent transmitting HIV to their babies in 2023
17.9 million people were reached with HIV prevention services in 2023.

We must keep going.

Today, HIV is preventable and treatable. But ensuring that the millions of people affected by HIV receive the care they need demands sustained investment. And yet, governments around the world are pulling back, most notably the US – once a leader in the fight to end HIV/AIDS. According to UNAIDS, the permanent discontinuation of the US President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) would have a catastrophic impact over the next four years, including:

an additional 6.6 million new HIV Infections,
an additional 4.2 million AIDS-related deaths, and
3 million additional children orphaned by AIDS.

The world has come too far to let progress slip away.

As the Global Fund holds its Eighth Replenishment this year, the choice before us is clear: retreat in the face of rising challenges, or double down on a proven solution that saves lives, strengthens health systems, and revitalizes communities.

the Global Fund’s Eighth Replenishment

The Global Fund raises funds in three-year cycles known as “Replenishments”.
This year marks the Eighth Replenishment, which is being co-hosted by the United Kingdom and South Africa.
The Eighth Replenishment Investment Case outlines the total target of USD$ 18 billion, which the Global Fund hopes to raise to support its lifesaving work.
The Global Fund estimates that a fully funded Eighth Replenishment would:
- save 23 million lives;
- deliver a return on investment of 1:19; and
- avert 400 million infections or cases.

Canada has a proud legacy of global leadership (see the drop-down below). With a new government in place, this is a pivotal moment to reaffirm our commitment to building a better world through bold investments in global health. A strong Canadian pledge to the Global Fund’s Eighth Replenishment will not only help #WinTheFight against AIDS, TB, and malaria, but it will demonstrate that Canada stands firmly for equity, solidarity, and a healthier, more just future for all.

Canada’s support for the Global Fund

Canada has supported the Global Fund since the partnership was established in 2002 and is the seventh largest public donor.
At the last Replenishment in 2022, Canada made a historic investment of CAD$ 1.21 billion towards the Global Fund, representing the largest contribution it had ever made towards a global health initiative.
Canada’s investment in the Seventh Replenishment contributed to a record-breaking total of US$ 15.7 billion to support programming in over 120 countries. This funding supported getting 25 million people on antiretroviral therapy for HIV, treating 7.1 million people for TB, and distributing 227 million mosquito nets to prevent malaria in 2023 alone!
Canada has a seat on the Global Fund board, representing Australia and Switzerland as well.

latest campaign news

#G7Kananaskis2025

At last week’s G7 Leaders’ Summit in Kananaskis, Alberta, Heads of State focused on trade, conflict, and climate—but overlooked two of the most powerful tools for global stability: health and education. Despite clear evidence that investing in people strengthens economies and builds peace, leaders made no new commitments to support health systems, nutrition, or education in crisis settings. Results Canada volunteers have been calling for Canada to lead as G7 host – and our fight isn’t over. We’ll continue to track upcoming G7 engagements and push for bold investments in health, education, and development because education means peace, and health means security. Read our full response blog here.

#ForOurFuture:

On June 25th, the European Union and the Gates Foundation co-hosted the Gavi’s high-level pledging summit in Brussels. This event, which brought together representatives from governments, partner organizations, civil society and the private sector raised more than US$ 9 billion, which will help vaccinate 500 million children by 2030, and prevent up to 9 million deaths by scaling up access to vaccines against malaria, dengue, HPV, and tuberculosis. In March, Canada announced a pledge of $675 million over the next five years to Gavi and Secretary of State (International Development) Randeep Sarai reannounced this commitment at the pledging conference. Find our thoughts on this on X/Twitter and LinkedIn.

story: comprehensive HIV services change young people’s lives

In Namibia, where HIV rates among young people remain high, stigma and limited access to youth-friendly care often prevent them from getting the help they need. But that’s starting to change.

With support from the Global Fund, local organizations are reshaping how HIV services are delivered by putting young people at the center. At youth clinics and community hubs, trained peer educators offer judgment-free support, combining HIV care with sexual and reproductive health services. Safe spaces are opening where adolescents can ask questions, get tested, and access treatment without fear.

These changes are more than just medical — they’re giving young people the tools and confidence to protect their health and build stronger futures.

Read the full story on the Global Fund's website.

"In Namibia, Comprehensive HIV Services Change Young People’s Lives" – click here to read on.

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ACTIONS

email the Minister of Finance

Because of this year’s election, we haven’t yet seen a budget for 2025 – even though the year is halfway through. With Budget 2025 coming this fall, it’s critically important that we let the Minister of Finance know that we care about building a better, healthier, and more prosperous world. Back in February, we called for Canada to #BudgetForLeadership. Now, months later, we need Canadian leadership, grounded in growing investments for a better world.

Write an email to Minister of Finance François-Philippe Champagne (francois-philippe.champagne@parl.gc.ca) and cc your Member of Parliament (find out who your MP is here) to let them know that you want to see a #BudgetForLeadership this fall that includes strong investments for international development assistance. Tell them why it is critical for Canada to support international aid, especially as other donors are pulling back, to build a better, healthier, safer world.

Use the EPIC model of effective communication to craft your email and make sure to make it personal and rooted in why you are a passionate advocate that cares about the world. Feel free to use current events and personal experiences in your email!

Expert tip: When emailing a minister or secretary of state, begin the email with “Dear Minister [last name],”. If you’re ever unsure about how to address an MP, minister, or other dignitary, the Government of Canada has a handy guide.

Don’t forget to let us know you took action!

attend your MP's community event

Over the summer, there are many opportunities to connect with your Member of Parliament (MP) in your community. Take advantage of these community events to informally meet with your MP to discuss the issues that matter to you, like ending the epidemics of HIV/AIDS, TB, and malaria!

There are many ways to find out if your MP is hosting a public event in your riding (like a BBQ) over the summer:

Check their website
Check their social media accounts
Sign up for their newsletter if you haven’t already to get notified of any opportunities
Email or call their constituency office. Make sure to introduce yourself as a constituent!

At the event, take this opportunity to meet them in person, introduce them to Results Canada, educate them about the incredible impact of the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria, and tell them how Canada can step up to help #WinTheFight against the world’s deadliest epidemics.

Expert tip: If you don’t know who your Member of Parliament (MP) is, type your postal code here, find their website by clicking the contact information button.

write a Letter to the Editor (LTE)

The Global Fund has had a tremendous impact on global efforts to fight HIV/AIDS, directly protecting the health of the LGBTQ2+ community, which is disproportionately affected by the disease.

During the 1980s–90s, AIDS devastated LGBTQ2+ communities while governments and media largely stayed silent. Pride Parades became vital spaces to mourn, demand action, and fight stigma. In cities like Toronto, Vancouver, and Montreal, these marches have grown into powerful hubs for AIDS activism. In 2022, during the last Global Fund replenishment, Results Canada, our grassroots advocates and partners joined Pride events across the country to draw attention to communities still criminalized for their HIV status – and to call for urgent funding so everyone can access lifesaving care.

These Pride Parades will be an important opportunity again this year to call on global leaders to support the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria’s Eighth Replenishment. Tie your LTE to upcoming pride parades in your community to call for Canada to invest in the Global Fund to help end AIDS once and for all.

Be sure to send your LTE to your local community papers for the best chance of being published! Refer to past volunteer LTEs but don’t fall into the trap of copying other people’s styles. Don’t forget to let us know you took action!

follow these step-by-step instructions to write an LTE

Volunteers on average spend 1-2 hours researching and planning, 30 minutes writing their draft and 15 minutes submitting it to newspapers.

Read our current call-to-action and note the “ask”.
Research the current issue by reading the news or external reliable sources (e.g., the World Health Organization).
Draft your LTE. It doesn’t have to be perfect, and you don’t have to be an expert to have an opinion.
- Create an outline of your letter using the EPIC format.
- Keep it short – 150-200 words. Being clear and concise will increase your chances of getting published. 
- Focus on your perspective and speak from the heart while supporting your opinion with evidence from our call-to-action and/or your research.
- Remember to state the problem early on and include a solution to the issue which is usually the “ask” in the call-to-action.
- Write a catchy title that will draw the reader in.
- Review your draft to make sure you are using respectful and inclusive language – see our anti-oppression best practices.
Decide if you are sending your LTE to one or many newspapers. If you’re emailing multiple newspapers, put their addresses in the BCC field. Use our database of editors’ emails for options.
Press ‘send’ – congratulations! Tell your Group Leader you’ve submitted an LTE. If you are not part of a group, contact us at action@resultscanada.ca.
Send your LTE draft to your Member of Parliament (MP) to let them know your opinion.

did you get published?

Do an internet search of your name and a key sentence from your LTE for a few weeks after you submit if the newspaper editor didn’t notify you that they picked up your LTE.
If you got published, complete the “I got published in the media” form.
Share it on social media and make sure to tag @ResultsCda and your Member of Parliament!
Keep submitting LTEs on future calls-to-action and you could become a publishing expert like Adil.

Look at our latest learning session on LTEs (15 mins).
Get more traction by connecting your LTE to a newsworthy topic or hook that inspires you - refer to our key dates, hashtags, tags, and keywords.
Respond to a recently published article as a hook for your LTE.
Collaborate with other volunteers. Nothing is stopping you from submitting a co-written LTE!
Speak another language? Send your LTE to community newspapers published in that language.
Consider writing an op-ed if you have lots of research material and 200 words isn’t enough!

share Sibu's story

As we continue our campaign in support of the Global Fund’s Eighth Replenishment, we need your help to increase public awareness of the Global Fund’s impact. Since 2002, the Global Fund partnership has saved 65 million lives – including Sibu’s. Share her story on the social media platform of your choice and call on Canada to help #WinTheFight against the epidemics of HIV/AIDS, TB, and malaria.

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Orphaned by AIDS, Sibu became a caregiver as a child & fierce advocate as an adult. Her story is a global call to #DefeatAIDS, depicted beautifully by artist Mbhali Manzini: https://www.theglobalfund.org/en/video/2025/2025-05-02-patterns-of-past-present-promise-a-ritual-of-resilience/

@MarkJCarney: 🇨🇦 must support @GlobalFund to #WinTheFight!

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Orphaned by AIDS, Sibu became a caregiver as a child and a fierce advocate for change as an adult. Her story, brought to life by South African artist Mbhali Manzini, is one of resilience, love, and a call to the world: don’t stop now. https://www.theglobalfund.org/en/video/2025/2025-05-02-patterns-of-past-present-promise-a-ritual-of-resilience/

Thanks to the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria, over 24 million lives have been saved from HIV/AIDS. But the fight isn’t over. Rising infections and funding shortfalls threaten the progress we’ve made.

As the Global Fund prepares for its 8th Replenishment, Canada has a critical opportunity to step up. I call on Canada to continue its ambitious support for the Global Fund to help #WinTheFight against the world’s deadliest epidemics.

Learn more 👉 https://bit.ly/Results-Canada-take-action

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Don't forget to tag: Prime Minister Mark Carney, Secretary of State (International Development) Randeep Sarai, Minister of Foreign Affairs Anita Anand, Parliamentary Secretary Yasir Naqvi, your MP, and Results Canada!

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