The global response to HIV has been strengthened by an understanding of the
importance of reducing new infections among the key populations at greatest
risk of HIV acquisition and transmission and improving their access to vital
treatment and care services. In an effort to accelerate this work, WHO is
consolidating existing guidance on separate key population groups and
incorporating additional information based on new insights and evidence. This
guidance will consider a range of HIV prevention, treatment and care issues that
affect all key populations, and it will highlight specific concerns and
recommendations that reflect the unique needs of individual groups.