Anselmo Fonseca 

(he/él)
Member At Large

San Juan, PR

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Anselmo Fonseca is a dedicated HIV justice advocate and nonprofit leader from Puerto Rico, working to end the HIV epidemic through equity-driven strategies, disability justice, and community-centered approaches. With extensive experience navigating the intersections of healthcare access, Medicaid policy, and federal funding, Anselmo has been a consistent voice for transparency, accountability, and the rights of people with an HIV diagnosis for over 30 years. He has led and contributed to initiatives that strengthen community engagement, build advocacy capacity, and challenge systemic inequities in healthcare. His work emphasizes the importance of disability justice within HIV care, ensuring that no community is left behind in the pursuit of health equity.

 

Beyond policy and organizational leadership, Anselmo is also a skilled communicator and storyteller, known for translating complex legal, political, and public health issues into clear, accessible narratives that inspire action. Whether developing advocacy curriculums, shaping public discourse, or exposing what undermines health outcomes, his approach blends sharp analysis with creativity and compassion. At the heart of his work is a vision of justice: a future where people living with HIV have full access to care, dignity, and rights—free from stigma and systemic barriers.​