National Long Term Survivors Group was set up to provide support for people who had been living with HIV and AIDS for 5 or more years. In the early '90s, when the group was formed, reaching 5 years with an HIV diagnosis was something of a milestone and the group provided support to those who were dealing with an uncertain future and coping with the loss of loved ones and friends. New therapies have meant that many now live for much longer but this has not made the work of the group any less relevant. Apart from dealing with a potentially fatal disease, those affected by HIV have to cope with powerful drug therapies, stigma surrounding the disease as well as many other issues.

The group provides a safe place to discuss and share experiences. The "Living Proof" retreats have been running for over 10 years and, with a growing membership, remain as strong and necessary as ever.