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#AIDSWatch 2025 Abstracts are now open! For 32 years, AIDSWatch has been more than just a conference—it’s been a powerful catalyst for change. From the halls of Congress to community centers, we've amplified voices, ignited policy shifts, and transformed lives. This year, we’re excited to gather once again in Washington, D.C. March 16-18, 2025 for AIDSWatch 2025 “Preserving our Health and PrEParing for the Future" This theme isn't just a slogan, it’s a declaration of our work to advance health equity and ensure all our voices are heard so we can reach everyone who can benefit from HIV care. We must continue to work together to preserve, protect, and advocate for an end to the HIV epidemic. We invite you to be a part of this change. Submit an abstract to host a workshop related to HIV policy during AIDSWatch 2025. Workshops will be in-person on March 17th. Don’t miss your chance to share your knowledge and insights! The deadline for abstract submissions is November 18, 2024, at 11:59 PM ET, with notifications sent out by the end of December. Join us in making a difference—submit your abstract today. Access the Call for Abstracts application: https://bit.ly/3XYkfBd #AIDSUnited #AIDSWatch2025 #throwbackthursday HIVAdvocacy #HealthEquity #Scholarships #ChangeMakers #EndTheEpidemic #PreservingourHealth

We’re thrilled to celebrate Mackenzie Flynn, our Policy and Annual Conference Manager, who presented a workshop at the Healthy Teen Network's 44th Annual National Conference in Phoenix, AZ! In her workshop, “YOUth Are the Experts! Youth Involvement in Syndemic Advocacy,” Mackenzie highlighted the crucial role young people play in advocating for their health and wellbeing. While they often find themselves excluded from important conversations, many youth are already leading the charge on issues like racial justice, LGBTQIA+ health, and reproductive rights. By equipping youth with the resources they need, we can uplift their voices and prioritize what truly matters to them. We’re so proud of Mackenzie for sharing her expertise and empowering the next generation of advocates! Are you interested in presenting at a conference? AIDSWatch 2025, taking place March 16-18, 2025, in Washington, D.C., has an open call for abstracts (due December 6th)! Learn more on our website: https://lnkd.in/gkdTGwCg #AIDSUnited #HealthyTeen24 #HealthyTeenNetwork #YouthAdvocacy #SyndemicAdvocacy #EmpowerYouth

In the spirit of shared knowledeg and collective action, we have extended the deadline to submit your abstract for AIDSWatch 2025! The new deadline is December 6, 2024, at 11:59 PM ET. This extension gives you more time to finalize your ideas and proposals to host a workshop at this year’s AIDSWatch, taking place March 16-18, 2025, in Washington, D.C. We’re looking for inspiring and impactful workshops related to HIV policy to be held in person on Monday, March 17th. Each workshop will last approximately one hour. This year’s theme, "Preserving our Health and PrEParing for the Future!", emphasizes the need to connect the science with advocacy, build new Congressional champions, and accelerate progress to ensure the overall well-being of our communities. HIV sits at the intersection of multiple social movements and health topics, and together we can continue to preserve, protect, and advocate for an end to the HIV epidemic. Submit your abstract and join us in shaping critical conversations at AIDSWatch 2025. Let’s push forward together! To learn more about the Call for Abstracts visit the following link: https://bit.ly/3XYkfBd #AIDSUnited #AIDSWatch2025 #HIVAdvocacy #HealthEquity #ChangeMakers #EndTheEpidemic #PreservingourHealth

??? Every year on November 20, we honor Transgender Day of Remembrance, a day that began in 1999 when a small group of trans activists gathered to memorialize the lives of two Black transgender women, Rita Hester and Chanelle Pickett, who were lost to violence. Over the past two decades, this day has evolved into a time for us to come together, honor those we’ve lost and commit to creating a better, safer world for trans individuals. @transequalitynow AIDS United’s Transgender Leadership Initiative (TLI) Program Manager, Gabriel Glissmeyer, MPH shared his reflections on this significant day: “This Trans Day of Remembrance and Resilience, I think about all of the hardship and fear we trans people have faced over the last year. We mourn those who have been killed due to ignorance and discrimination, and we are reminded that we must do better. We must invest in trans leaders, we must value trans lives, and we must celebrate trans joy. Whether we are supporting leadership development of our trans community, educating providers on gender 101, or making trans health and access to care a priority, we must show up for our trans community in new, innovative, and equitable ways.” Founded in 2017, TLI supports transgender, nonbinary, and gender nonconforming leaders of color in their journey as emerging leaders in their communities. TLI aims to enhance their professional development and the services they provide. Learn more about AIDS United’s TLI Program on our website: https://lnkd.in/g9Z5_qx2 Learn more about the Trans Remembrance Project: https://lnkd.in/gbmabZia #TransgenderDayOfRemembrance #Resilience ?#AIDSUnited

Con el generoso apoyo del Programa de Subvienciones de Acción Positiva de ViiV Healthcare, AIDS United ha anunciado dos oportunidades de financiación a través del Fondo Conexiones Positivas. Para el ciclo de subvenciones 2024-2025: ?? $90,000 están disponibles a través del Fondo Caminos, un proyecto del Fondo Conexiones Positivas que invierte en organizaciones emergentes lideradas por latines que apoyan a las comunidades latines que viven con y son vulnerables al VIH, cultivando líderes emergentes y abordar la epidemia del VIH. ?? $225,000 están disponibles a través del Fondo de Desarrollo, un Proyecto del Fondo Conexiones Positivas que invierte en organizaciones lideradas y al servicio de la comunidad latine que abordar los determinantes sociales de la salud que afectan a las comunidades latines, desarrollan la capacidad de los líderes del movimiento contra el VIH y aceleran las innovaciones que abordan la epidemia del VIH. Apply: https://lnkd.in/gw3nuiD7 Webinar de Asistencia para Solicitud de Propuestas: https://lnkd.in/g5awcBuU #AUPositiveConnections #AIDSUnited #ViivPostiveAction #HIVPrograms

Exciting news! The deadline to submit your abstract application for AIDSWatch 2025 has been extended to December 6, 2024, at 11:59 PM ET. This extension gives you more time to finalize your ideas and proposals to host a workshop at this year’s AIDSWatch, taking place March 16-18, 2025, in Washington, D.C. We’re looking for inspiring and impactful workshops related to HIV policy to be held in person on Monday, March 17th. Each workshop will last approximately one hour. This year’s theme, "Preserving our Health and PrEParing for the Future!", emphasizes the need to connect the science with advocacy, build new Congressional champions, and accelerate progress to ensure the overall well-being of our communities. HIV sits at the intersection of multiple social movements and health topics, and together we can continue to preserve, protect, and advocate for an end to the HIV epidemic. Submit your abstract and join us in shaping critical conversations at AIDSWatch 2025. Let’s make a difference together! To learn more about the Call for Abstracts visit the link: https://bit.ly/3XYkfBd #AIDSUnited #AIDSWatch #AIDSWatch2025 #HIVAdvocacy #HealthEquity #EndHIVEpidemic #PreservingourHealth

Join us TODAY for an important panel discussion on the overdose crisis and its racial disparities. Hosted by AIDS United, Drug Policy Alliance, National Harm Reduction Coalition, NASTAD, Black Harm Reduction Network, and Human Impact Partners, this event delves into the complexities surrounding overdose mortality rates among different racial and ethnic groups. In the early days of the crisis, mainstream narratives often overlooked the realities faced by communities of color. Today, Native and Black folks have the highest overdose mortality rates in the U.S. This discussion will highlight recent trends, root causes of disparities, and culturally-specific solutions to effectively address this ongoing crisis. Date: November 19, 2024 Time: 4:30pm ET Register now using the link: https://lnkd.in/eaN2afJR

Join us for an important panel discussion on the overdose crisis and its racial disparities. Hosted by AIDS United, Drug Policy Alliance, National Harm Reduction Coalition, NASTAD, National Black Harm Reduction Network , and Human Impact Partners (HIP), this event delves into the complexities surrounding overdose mortality rates among different racial and ethnic groups. In the early days of the crisis, mainstream narratives often overlooked the realities faced by communities of color. Today, Native and Black folks have the highest overdose mortality rates in the U.S. This discussion will highlight recent trends, root causes of disparities, and culturally-specific solutions to effectively address this ongoing crisis. ?? Date: November 19, 2024 ?? Time: 4:30pm ET ?? Register now using the link: https://lnkd.in/eaN2afJR Moderator: Kassandra Frederique, DPA ?? Speakers: Dr. Manuel Cano (Arizona State University), Dr. Joe Friedman (UCLA), Dr. Helena Hansen (UCLA), Andrea Medley (Jaad ahl’ Kiiganga, Johns Hopkins Center for Indigenous Health), James Schmidt (Native American Community Clinic, Minneapolis, MN) Let’s come together to understand the full story behind the overdose crisis and advocate for effective solutions. #AIDSUnited #OverdoseCrisis #HarmReduction #RacialDisparities #HealthEquity #SaveLives #DrugPolicyAlliance #BlackHarmReduction #CommunityHealth #IndigenousHealth #UnityInAction

It’s time to get louder and continue to learn from each other. Let your voice be heard! ?? #AIDSWatch 2025 Abstracts are now open! Submit an abstract to host a workshop related to HIV policy during AIDSWatch 2025, with workshops held in-person on March 17th. Don’t miss your chance to share your knowledge and insights! The deadline for abstract submissions is November 18, 2024, at 11:59 PM ET. Join us in making a difference—submit your abstract today. To learn more about the Call for Abstracts today: https://lnkd.in/gmbChUFp #AIDSUnited #AIDSWatch2025 #HIVAdvocacy #HealthEquity #ChangeMakers #EndTheEpidemic #PreservingourHealth

This week, we honor the legacy of HIV activist and trailblazer Pedro Zamora (February 29, 1972, -November 11, 1994), whose profound legacy continues to inspire the world. Born in Cuba and raised in Miami, Pedro was diagnosed with HIV at just 17 where his journey as an advocate began soon after. As a passionate speaker, Pedro traveled across the country, advocating for comprehensive HIV education. His impactful appearance on The Real World: San Francisco brought vital conversations about HIV into American homes, educating millions, even as he faced the challenges of his own journey. In light of Pedro's contributions, we’re proud to host the Pedro Zamora Public Policy Fellowship. This fellowship empowers advocates dedicated to social justice and public health, building skills to support the needs of those impacted by HIV, particularly within the Hispanic community. As our 2024 Pedro Zamora Fellow, Sophia Obregon shares, "As a queer Latina woman, Zamora’s story served as an inspiration for me... these experiences with AIDS United and through the fellowship have built my passion for this work, and Zamora’s legacy continues to inspire me to make change." Let’s carry forward Pedro Zamora's legacy, ensuring that his fight for justice, education, and representation lives on in our efforts today! Read more in our recent blog written by Obrenga: https://lnkd.in/ga9q4hQS #PedroZamora #HIVAdvocacy #AIDSUnited #PublicHealth #Fellowship #LegacyOfChange #TheRealWorld