AIDS Free Pittsburgh to Raise Awareness, Build Community on World AIDS Day
Type: News
Focus Area: HIV/AIDS
You are invited to attend AIDS Free Pittsburgh's next event "The Category is…RED – A World AIDS Day Event" to be held at the Union Project, 801 N. Negley Ave., Pittsburgh from 5-10 p.m. Friday, December 1.
World AIDS Day, designated on December 1, is an international day dedicated to raising awareness of the HIV/AIDS epidemic. This year, AFP has partnered with True T Pgh, the Q-Munity Center, and Allies for Health and Wellbeing to bring the community together to commemorate those we've lost and to celebrate the advancements in prevention and care that can end the HIV/AIDS epidemic.
The color and the red ribbon have become a universal symbol of awareness and support for people living with HIV. Thus, guests are encouraged to wear red attire to the event to demonstrate solidarity in the fight against HIV/AIDS. This space is for and will feature remarks by people impacted by HIV, collaborative partners, and community members. There will be entertainment by and performances from local artists.
Snacks will be available, and a cash bar will be provided by Spirit Pgh. The event is free and open to the public, though RSVP is required by filling out thisform.