Tucson Interfaith HIV/AIDS Network (TIHAN)
Tucson Interfaith HIV/AIDS Network is a community resource serving Tucsonans in need.
About Tucson Interfaith HIV/AIDS Network (TIHAN)
Tucson Interfaith HIV/AIDS Network, known as TIHAN, is a Tucson community resource supporting people living with HIV and others affected by HIV/AIDS. Through education, support, and community partnerships, the organization works to help people with HIV live well. Its approach brings together religious, secular, corporate, and nonprofit organizations to create an inclusive support network in Tucson and Southern Arizona.
TIHAN describes its work as an effort to build bridges, reduce stigma, and sustain hope. The organization provides HIV awareness, education, and prevention programs intended to build knowledge, understanding, and support. It also invites individuals and faith communities to take part in an informed, sensitive, and compassionate response to HIV/AIDS. Alongside education, TIHAN offers support services, classes, resources, and other assistance for people living with HIV.
Its service offerings include CarePackages, the Link Program, and Poz Cafe, as well as helpful resources for people seeking support. The organization also provides information related to mental and behavioral health, emphasizing that health and well-being remain central to its work. TIHAN's support is presented as compassionate and non-judgmental, with resources designed to help people navigate challenges and find ways to live well with HIV.
Faith communities have an important role in TIHAN's model. The organization engages interfaith communities in learning about and serving the needs of the HIV community in Southern Arizona. This work reflects TIHAN's belief that education and support can create stronger connections and reduce the stigma that still affects people living with HIV. Its broader network also includes volunteers, donors, participating faith communities, and organizations that contribute resources or help sustain programs and services.
TIHAN's website includes a history section with milestones, memories, and a timeline covering HIV from 1981 through 2024, along with a separate timeline sharing 30 years of stories and people. The organization also shares CarePartner stories, while protecting the privacy of individuals who are not ready to have their names or photos used publicly. One featured story describes how support from TIHAN helped a CarePartner access resources and classes, manage difficult periods, and find practical and personal encouragement. The account also reflects the continuing impact of stigma and the value of a dependable support network.
People seeking assistance can begin by registering for TIHAN services and learning more about the available programs and resources. Those interested in contributing can explore volunteer opportunities, submit a volunteer application, donate supplies or funds, and take part in fundraising or other community support efforts. TIHAN also maintains newsletters, annual reports, and an events calendar for people who want to follow its work. Based in Tucson, the organization serves people living with HIV and engages communities across Southern Arizona through support, education, and partnership.