21/05/2026
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Last May 20, 2026, Alabel Peer Educators Inc. was invited by the Red Ribbon Hub to take part in the celebration of the International AIDS Candlelight Memorial held at Sarangani Provincial Hospital together with partner organization IDEALS Inc.
The activity gathered healthcare workers, advocates, and community members in remembrance, awareness, and hope for everyone affected by HIV and AIDS.
The program formally opened with the Opening Remarks of Ms. Elvira R. Morales, RN, MAN, Red Ribbon Hub Manager, followed by an inspiring message from Dr. Aileen M. Brion, MD, MBA-HA, Chief of Hospital of Sarangani Provincial Hospital, who emphasized the importance of compassion, unity, and continued awareness in addressing HIV and AIDS in the community.
The rationale of the activity was presented by Joey P. Babayen-on, RN, HACT Nurse, highlighting the importance of remembering lives lost, supporting people living with HIV, and strengthening collective efforts toward ending stigma and discrimination.
The celebration concluded with the Closing Remarks of Dr. Lormie B. Casilan, HACT Physician, encouraging everyone to continue becoming instruments of awareness, acceptance, and hope.
Together, we light candles not only to remember, but also to inspire action, understanding, and love for every individual affected by HIV and AIDS. ๐ฏ๏ธโค๏ธ