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New video resource on HIV and mental health for women with HIV

11 Dec 2025

Phoenix Health Movement is delighted to announce the launch of a new set of video resources for Black & migrant women with HIV about mental health, co-produced with 4M Network of Mentor Mothers.

Practical Tips for Emotional Wellbeing

Presented by Susan Cole (Phoenix) and Angelina Namiba (4M Network), they share simple, everyday strategies for looking after your mental health – from connecting with nature to building healthy habits and staying social connected

Watch the video Practical Tips for Emotional Wellbeing on YouTube

HIV, Stigma and Mental Health

Presented by Angelina Namiba and Susan Cole, they discuss how stigma can impact mental health, with practical suggestions for challenging stigma, building support and protecting emotional wellbeing.

Watch the video HIV, Stigma and Mental Health on YouTube

Getting Support for your Mental Health

Presented by Rebecca Mbewe (4M Network), Susan Cole & Angelina Namiba. They provide clear guidance on the type of support available, what to expect and how to overcome common barriers often faced by women with HIV when seeking support.

Watch the video Getting Support for your Mental Health on YouTube

These resources were created by women living with HIV, for women living with HIV centring their voices, expertise and wellbeing. We hope they will be useful for individuals and for organisations supporting women with HIV.

 

 

Supporting the Mental Health of Women Living with HIV: A Resource for Stakeholders and Professionals

We are also delighted to have worked with 4M Network of Mentor Mothers on a video for stakeholders, including psychologists and healthcare professionals, working with women living with HIV. Featuring psychologists Dr Felicity Saunders and Dr Jennie Robertson, the video reflects on their work supporting 4M, including the Date Night peer support sessions, and explores how reflective practice and collaboration can strengthen wellbeing in community and voluntary-sector settings.

Watch the video Clinical Psychologists reflect on DateNights by 4M on YouTube

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