It has been over 25 years since AIDS began making headlines in newspapers, magazines, and television media. Over two decades have past and the epidemic is affecting more individuals and communities than ever. People across the world are dying due to the lack of medications and others continue to engage in risky behaviors even with the knowledge that has been gained since the beginnings of the AIDS epidemic.World AIDS Day, December 1st, marks the beginning of a month dedicated to raising HIV/AIDS awareness. This year marks the 20th anniversary of World AIDS Day. World AIDS Day is about raising money, increasing awareness, fighting prejudice and improving education. World AIDS Day is important in reminding people that HIV has not gone away, and that there are many things still to be done. During the month of December many organizations throughout the world hold conferences, social events, trainings, etc. in efforts to increase HIV/AIDS awareness.
Campaigners from all over the world came together to bring attention to the global AIDS epidemic. But it is important to continue to campaigning and showing support to stop AIDS not just during the month of December, but throughout the year.
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- World AIDS Campaign (WAC) has been established to support, strengthen and connect campaigns that hold leaders accountable for their promises on HIV and AIDS.
- AVERTing HIV and AIDS an international HIV and AIDS charity based in the UK, working to AVERT HIV and AIDS worldwide. The website provides education and information to people in almost every country in the world.
- AIDS.gov provides access to Federal HIV/AIDS information through a variety of new media channels to improve HIV programs serving minority and other communities most at-risk for, or living with, HIV.
