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News
2024 News
World AIDS Day at Newcastle University Medicine Malaysia
December 12, 2024 - For the first time, Newcastle University Medicine Malaysia (NUMed) partnered with Klinik Kesihatan Taman University (KKTU) and key organizations to host a World AIDS Day event, setting a new benchmark for community engagement and public health advocacy in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Read the recap of the World AIDS Day event at Newcastle University Medicine Malaysia
From Fear to Hope: The HIV & AIDS Journey documentary
December 3, 2024 - WPBT-TV aired a World AIDS Day two-part documentary, chronicling the milestones of the HIV/AIDS epidemic. Former CDC Chief Medical Officer Dr. John Brooks is featured discussing how the HIV/AIDS epidemic can't be addressed in the U.S. if it is not addressed globally, as well as progress in HIV prevention, including PrEP.
World AIDS Day 2024 lecture in Almaty, Kazakhstan
December 3, 2024 - The Faculty of Medicine of Al-Farabi Kazakh National University in Almaty, Kazakhstan, hosted a World AIDS Day 2024 lecture for 62 first- and second-year medical students. The event increased students' awareness of HIV/AIDS challenges and developed the professional knowledge of future medical workers about the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of HIV.
Read the coverage of the World AIDS Day 2024 event at Farabi University
World AIDS Day 2024 Messages from the White House and federal agencies
December 3, 2024 - In honor of World AIDS Day 2024, the White House and agencies across the federal government have shared key messages and new resources.
Read the recap of World AIDS Day messages and resources
World AIDS Day 2024 letter
November 29, 2024 - Division of HIV Prevention Director Robyn Neblett Fanfair, MD, MPH, and NCHHSTP Director Jonathan Mermin, MD, MPH, shared a letter with colleagues, honoring the 32 million lives lost to HIV worldwide and highlighting CDC's efforts to prevent new HIV infections.
Read the letter to colleagues regarding World AIDS Day 2024
REACH LA "Positive Living" campaign launch
November 21, 2024 - Ahead of World AIDS Day, nonprofit organization REACH LA launched its "Positive Living" campaign, featuring people thriving with HIV, to promote health, well-being, and social connectedness.
Read the news release covering the "Positive Living" campaign
U.S. Announces the theme for World AIDS Day 2024
October 4, 2024 – The U.S. Office of National AIDS Policy announced the 2024 World AIDS Day theme is "Collective Action: Sustain and Accelerate HIV Progress."
Read the announcement for the World AIDS Day 2024 theme
2023 News
World AIDS Day 2023 roundup from HIV.gov
December 7, 2023 – Health and Human Services, the White House, and many federal partner agencies shared several important messages and new resources to commemorate World AIDS Day 2023.
Read the World AIDS Day 2023 roundup
Interviews for World AIDS Day
December 1, 2023 – Dr. Robyn Neblett Fanfair, Acting Director of CDC's Division of HIV Prevention, provided World AIDS Day interviews on iHeartRadio and Scripps News.
- iHeartRadio: World AIDS Day, Veteran Suicide Report & Holiday Spending Tips
- Scripps News: 35 years ago, World AIDS Day was created to raise awareness
White House proclamation
November 30, 2023 – President Biden issued a formal proclamation for World AIDS Day 2023.
Read the proclamation covering World AIDS Day 2023
World AIDS Day 2023 letter
November 29, 2023 – Jonathan H. Mermin, MD, MPH, and Robyn Neblett Fanfair, MD, MPH, shared a letter to colleagues emphasizing the collective commitment to ending the HIV epidemic and to honor the lives lost to HIV.
Events
2024 Events
December 10-11, 2024
All-Day
World AIDS Day Ending the Epidemic Summit
The New York State Department of Health AIDS Institute is hosting its ninth Annual Ending the Epidemic (ETE) Summit and 26th Annual World AIDS Day (WAD) observance at the Albany Capital Center. This year’s theme is, “Unraveling Syndemics: A Community Response, Shared Solutions.” The event highlights innovative syndemic approaches to addressing the intersecting epidemics of HIV/AIDS, sexually transmitted infections, viral hepatitis, and/or substance use.
December 5, 2024
9:00 - 4:00pm ET
White House Symposium on Quality of Life for People with HIV
On the week of World AIDS Day, the White House Office of National AIDS Policy (ONAP) Symposium honors those we have lost to HIV and those who are surviving. Panel discussions bring together both lifetime and long-term survivors alongside researchers, leaders form community organizations, and federal officials. A virtual option for key portions of the summit ensures broad participation.
December 4, 2024
1:00 p.m. EST
“Hope, Health, and HIV: A Conversation for a New Generation” X Chat
The National Hispanic Medical Association (NHMA) is hosting an X chat with public health leaders, community advocates, and healthcare providers in observance of World AIDS Day. The discussion with address the ongoing fight against HIV in Latine communities, fighting misinformation, and advancing health equity.
December 4, 2024
11:00 – 12:30 p.m. EST
NIH World AIDS Day 2024: Progress, Innovation, and Impact in HIV ResearchThis live virtual event and public question and answer session marks the 2024 World AIDS Day observance. The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is convening a panel of distinguished experts to discuss progress, innovation, and impact in HIV research.
December 3, 2024
5:00 - 7:00 p.m. EST
NMAC Capitol Hill Champions Reception
NMAC is hosting its fifth annual Capitol Hill Champions Reception. This year, NMAC will honor all members of the Congressional HIV/AIDS Caucus while marking the establishment of the Barbara Lee Courage in HIV Advocacy Award, which NMAC will present annually in Congresswoman Lee’s honor.
December 2-14, 2024
All Day
Compass Community Center is commemorating World AIDS Day with the largest display of the AIDS Memorial Quilt in Florida. This year's theme, "Weaving Stories, Breaking Stigma," focuses on the power of storytelling to raise awareness and reduce stigma around HIV.
December 2, 2024
3 p.m. (15:00), West Africa Time (WAT)
Network of People Living with HIV and AIDS in Nigeria (NEPWHAN) is hosting a World AIDS Day Candlelight Memorial and press briefing on Dec. 2 at the Grand Cubana Hotel in Abuja, Nigeria. NEPWHAN will honor the lives of those lost to HIV/AIDS in the past year and discuss programs and interventions designed to address the specific needs and challenges faced by the community of people living with HIV/AIDS.
Email HAMohammed@nepwhan.org for more information.
December 1, 2024
2:00 - 4:00 p.m. EST
The Akron-Summit County Public Library is hosting a World AIDS Day observance to celebrate strength, resilience, and diversity in the face of HIV/AIDS. The free event features confidential AIDS testing on-site; a keynote address by Dr. Yaa Simpson, a community epidemiologist for TACTS (The Association of Clinical Trials Services) and the Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH); and a panel discussion featuring public health subject matter experts.
December 1, 2024
8:00 - 4:00 p.m.
(08:00 to 16:00), Central Africa Time (CAT)
EmpowerCare Youths Network Solution (EYNS) is hosting an event with the goal of reducing stigma and creating a supportive environment for adolescents and young people living with HIV. The event feature interactive activities, peer-led discussions, and educational sessions designed to empower youth to challenge stigma, encourage open dialogue, and promote community acceptance.
December 1, 2024
11:30 - 1:30 p.m. PST
The National AIDS Memorial World AIDS Day National Observance
The National AIDS Memorial Grove is hosting an observance to heal, hope, remember, recommit, and educate younger generations about the leadership and activism associated with HIV/AIDS. This annual event strives toward an HIV/AIDS-free future — one where communities are never again harmed by fear, silence, discrimination, or stigma. RSVPs are not required but are recommended.
2023 events
December 4, 2023
Conversation with HIV.gov and Harold J. Phillips
HIV.gov and Harold J. Phillips, MRP, Director of the White House Office of National AIDS Policy, conducted a Livestream conversation highlighting World AIDS Day activities and honoring those we've lost throughout the HIV epidemic.
December 1, 2023
The Future of HIV Prevention and Care for Black Women
CDC's Dr. Robyn Neblett Fanfair (Acting Director of CDC's Division of HIV Prevention), Linda Goler Blount (President of the Black Women's Health Imperative), and Emory's Dr. Whitney S. Rice spoke on Instagram Live with Christal Jordan of Rolling Out about, "The Future of HIV Prevention and Care for Black Women."
Instagram: @stophivtogether
December 1, 2023
HIV and the Politics of Race: The Minority AIDS Initiative at 25
The inaugural Health Opportunities for Policy Equity (HOPE) Challenge breakfast forum on "HIV and the Politics of Race: The Minority AIDS Initiative at 25." This special event was held on World AIDS Day (December 1, 2023) at the newly opened Johns Hopkins Bloomberg Center located at 555 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, in Washington D.C.
December 1, 2023
Twitter Chat with the National Hispanic Medical Association
NHMA and CDC's Let's Stop HIV Together clinical ambassador Dr. Joseph Cherabie chatted for World AIDS Day.
X (Twitter): #NHMAHIVChat
December 1, 2023
World AIDS Day Instagram Live on @monotrepao
CDC's Let's Stop HIV Together ambassadors conducted an Instagram live discussion on eliminating HIV stigma. Together ambassador Andres moderated the conversation, which also highlighted the importance of HIV testing and available prevention and treatment options.
Instagram: @monotrepao
December 1, 2023
World AIDS Day #WorkingPositively Event
The #WorkingPositively initiative's World AIDS Day event was held at SAP headquarters. SAP, IBM, HRC, and CDC's Let's Stop HIV Together ambassadors shared comments about reducing HIV stigma.
November 30, 2023
NIKE PRIDE Fireside Chat
CDC's Let's Stop HIV Together ambassadors, Asia Sullivan and Dr. James Simmons, joined NIKE's Pride Network for a discussion about HIV stigma and dispelling myths about HIV. Watch Asia and Dr. Simmons' on-the-ground coverage from the event.
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