HIV Positive, Life Positive: Why POZ & PROUD Matters

22 Apr 2025

POZ & PROUD: Living Your Truth, Loving Your Life

Let’s get one thing straight (or, you know… gay): being HIV-positive is nothing to be ashamed of. “POZ & PROUD” isn’t just a catchy slogan—it’s a full-on movement that says you can live out loud, love boldly, and feel fabulous while living with HIV. And honey, we’re here for it.

A Little Backstory

Back in the 90s, when the world was still figuring out how to talk about HIV, a game-changing magazine called POZ hit the shelves. It wasn’t just about the virus—it was about the people. Real stories. Real lives. Real hope.

Founder Sean Strub wanted to show the world that people living with HIV were thriving, loving, laughing, and definitely not hiding. That energy? It’s still going strong today.

What “POZ & PROUD” Means

Being “POZ & PROUD” means:

Talking openly about your status (when you feel ready).
Taking care of your mental & physical health.
Supporting each other in the community.
Knowing that U=U (undetectable = untransmittable!)

You can be healthy, sexy, and strong—HIV doesn’t define you, but owning it can empower you.

Thailand’s Got the Vibes Too!

At clinics like PULSE CLINIC (Social Enterprise), we’re proud to celebrate YOU. We offer:

Private, stigma-free care.
Fast HIV testing & treatment.
A judgment-free vibe where you can just be yourself.

We believe in starting treatment early, living well, and loving who you are—because you deserve it.

Real People. Real Pride.

So many amazing folks have shared their POZ journeys—like moms, drag queens, activists, and everyday superheroes. Their stories remind us that HIV doesn’t stop love, success, or joy.

Being on the cover of POZ magazine isn’t just about visibility—it’s about taking back the narrative, owning your story, and showing the world that you can be POZITIVE and PROUD.

Let’s Celebrate

Whether you're newly diagnosed, long-term poz, or just here learning how to be a better ally—welcome to the fam.

Being POZ & PROUD is about:

Confidence
Knowledge
Joy
Community

We’re here to support you every step of the way. Come visit us, get tested, talk to someone, or just hang out in a space where you’re safe, seen, and celebrated.