Term: 23 May 2025 – 31 December 2026 (with possible extension until 31 December 2027)
Amrita Sarkar has dedicated around 25 years to advocating for the LGBTIQ+ community, with a particular focus on transgender individuals. Throughout her career, she has spearheaded numerous capacity-building initiatives at both the national and international levels to empower transgender communities. She is a founding member and serves as the Secretary of IRGT – A Global Network of Trans Women and HIV. Additionally, she holds the position of Co-chair at WPATH (World Professional Association for Transgender Health) and is the Secretary of IPATH (Indian Professional Association for Transgender Health). She is also a member of the Transgender Persons Technical Working Group established by the National AIDS Control Organisation, India. Currently, she works as an Advisor for Transgender Wellbeing & Advocacy at the India HIV/AIDS Alliance.
Alliance India (India HIV/AIDS Alliance) has been a leading force in India’s efforts to combat HIV/AIDS since 1999. The organisation collaborates with the Government of India, State governments, civil society organisations, the private sector, and communities to promote a sustained response to HIV and other related public health challenges, contributing to the development of healthier communities.
Vision of the organisation: A world in which no one dies of AIDS.
Mission of the organisation: To support community action to prevent HIV infection, meet the challenges of AIDS, and build healthier communities.