SSSS College of Commerce for Women, Amritsar, in collaboration with the Punjab State AIDS Control Society (PSACS), successfully organized a seminar on HIV/AIDS awareness on July 29, 2025.
The seminar featured Ms. Tina, ICTC Counselor, and Mr. Gagandeep Singh, Project Manager from PSACS, as the resource persons. They conducted informative sessions focusing on HIV/AIDS prevention, testing, treatment options, and the importance of reducing stigma around the disease.
A key focus of the seminar was the HIV/AIDS (Prevention & Control) Act, 2017, which legally safeguards the rights of individuals affected by HIV/AIDS and prohibits discrimination in healthcare and related services. The speakers also emphasized the role of youth in fostering a stigma-free society and highlighted the support systems available for people living with HIV/AIDS.
Over 60 students participated in the session and gained valuable insights into the medical, social, and legal dimensions of HIV/AIDS.
Dr. Navdeep Kaur, Principal of the College, said, “Such talks are important to raise awareness among young people and to encourage an informed, compassionate approach to health and social issues.”
Mrs. Ashmeet Kaur, Faculty, Department of Computer Science and the seminar coordinator, added, “Students found the session highly informative and engaging. It helped clear several misconceptions and deepened their understanding of the topic.