In the grip of Catholic conservatism: State HIV/AIDS prevention in post-1989 Poland
In the grip of Catholic conservatism: State HIV/AIDS prevention in post-1989 Poland

Summary/Abstract: In this article, I analyse the impact of the Catholic discourse on institutional HIV/AIDS prevention efforts in Poland. I argue that a combination of historical and political factors positioned the Catholic Church as a dominant political actor in post-transformation Poland, granting it considerable influence over the development of social and health policies. I critically evaluate the discourse surrounding HIV/AIDS prevention as presented in informational and educational materials funded by public or international resources. I highlight how recommendations and commentaries frequently diverge from international strategies and guidelines, reflecting a perspective more closely aligned with a conservative Catholic worldview than with an evidence-based approach to public health.

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