AIDS Alabama

10/15/2026

Today is National Latinx AIDS Awareness Day!

HIV awareness is about more than knowing your status. It’s about breaking down stigma, increasing access to care, and making sure Hispanic and Latino communities have the information and support they deserve.

HIV is treatable, and people living with HIV can live long, healthy lives with proper care and treatment.

At AIDS Alabama, we believe everyone deserves access to healthcare without fear, judgment, or stigma.

Know your status. Get connected to care. Help end HIV stigma.

10/15/2026

WE’RE HERE UNTIL 4 PM! OPENING DOORS IS HAPPENING NOW!

Looking for a job, thinking about school, or exploring new opportunities?

Join AIDS Alabama and the Birmingham HIV Employment Services Network for FREE employment, education, career training, legal services, benefits counseling, and community resources for people living with HIV.

There’s still time to stop by! Let’s OPEN DOORS to new opportunities!

10/15/2026

HAPPENING TODAY! OPENING DOORS!

Looking for a job? Thinking about going back to school? Ready for a fresh start? Let’s OPEN DOORS to new opportunities!

Join AIDS Alabama and the Birmingham HIV Employment Services Network TODAY for a FREE event connecting people living with HIV across Central Alabama with employment, education, and career resources!

HERE’S WHAT YOU’LL FIND:
• Job opportunities and career training
• Education and vocational rehabilitation resources
• Legal services and benefits counseling
• Information about SSI, SSDI, Medicaid, Medicare, and ADAP
• Community resources and connections

PLUS!
• FREE lunch!
• Arrive in the morning for a chance to win one of THREE $50 gift cards!

TODAY, OCTOBER 15
10 AM–4 PM

Whether you’re looking for work, considering school, or exploring what’s next, we’re here to help!

Registration requested: https://bit.ly/openingdoorsbham

New opportunities start with OPENING DOORS!

10/14/2026

LANDLORDS, LET’S TALK HOUSING!

Looking for reliable tenants, consistent rental income, and additional support? Join us NEXT WEDNESDAY, October 21, for our Landlords Town Hall Luncheon!

Learn how partnering with local housing programs can benefit property owners while helping more Alabamians find safe, stable housing.

Here’s what we’ll cover:
• Emergency rental assistance
• Housing voucher programs
• Connecting landlords with potential tenants
• Resources and ongoing support for landlords

Wednesday, October 21
12:00–2:00 PM
Lunch provided!

Come for lunch, get your questions answered, and discover how housing partnerships can work for you!

RSVP by scanning the QR code on the flyer or click on the link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf9_KynHue9EMfPZD5xQ8z1TjfpV3WmsT6fiVg69zU0WJG5Qw/viewform

Questions? Contact Leanne Portera-Neill at [email protected].

10/13/2026

OPENING DOORS is happening THIS THURSDAY!

Looking for a job? Thinking about going back to school? Ready to explore new career opportunities? We’re here to help OPEN DOORS!

AIDS Alabama is proud to co-host OPENING DOORS with the Birmingham HIV Employment Services Network, connecting people living with HIV across Central Alabama with the resources and opportunities they deserve!

HERE’S WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT:
• Employment opportunities and career training
• Education and vocational rehabilitation resources
• Legal services and benefits counseling
• Information about working while receiving SSI, SSDI, Medicaid, Medicare, and ADAP
• Community connections and real conversations

AND THERE’S MORE!
• FREE lunch provided!
• Arrive in the morning for a chance to win one of THREE $50 gift cards!

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 15
10 AM–4 PM

Whether you're searching for a job, exploring your next steps, or helping someone else find opportunities, this event is for YOU!

Your future is full of possibilities. Let's OPEN DOORS together!

Registration requested: https://bit.ly/openingdoorsbham

10/13/2026

177 people showed up for OctSober Fest this past Sunday!

What an incredible day of community, connection, and support! A huge THANK YOU to everyone who attended, participated, volunteered, and helped make this event possible, especially our amazing sponsors!

We couldn’t have done it without you!

10/12/2026

AIDS Alabama will be CLOSED Monday, October 12, in observance of Indigenous Peoples’ Day.

Today, we honor and celebrate Indigenous peoples, their cultures, histories, and contributions to our communities.

We’ll be back Tuesday, October 13!

10/11/2026

🚨 IT’S HAPPENING TODAY! OCTSOBER FEST! 🎉

Join AIDS Alabama and ROSS TODAY, Sunday, October 11, from 10 AM to 2 PM for our inaugural OctSober Resource Fair!

This FREE, family-friendly event brings our community together to celebrate recovery, wellness, hope, and connection!

HERE’S WHAT TO EXPECT:
• Addiction recovery and mental health resources
• Housing, healthcare, and community support
• Inspiring stories from people in recovery
• FREE Narcan training and distribution with R.O.S.S.
• Wellness activities
• Raffles, giveaways, food, and refreshments
• Bouncy house and fun for the whole family!

💙 Whether you’re in recovery, supporting someone you love, or looking for community resources, EVERYONE IS WELCOME!

🗓️ TODAY, Sunday, October 11
⏰ 10 AM to 2 PM
🎟️ FREE Admission

Come out, connect with your community, and discover the resources available to you!

10/09/2026

🚨CHANGE OF PLANS! Mother Nature had other ideas! ☔

OctSober Fest is moving to SUNDAY, October 11, due to the severe weather forecast. But don't worry, we're still bringing all the fun, resources, and community connections!

🎉 SUNDAY IS THE BIG DAY!

Our very own Psychosocial Support Specialist, Kalla Lane, and Kalee Cowan, Campus Coordinator with R.O.S.S., joined WBRC FOX6 News to talk about OctSober Fest!

They did a fantastic job! Check out their interview below!

Same great event. Just a new day!

So spread the word, update those weekend plans, and come spend your Sunday with us!
https://www.wbrc.com/video/2026/09/25/octsober-resource-fair/

Oct'Sober' resource fair

10/08/2026

🚨CHANGE OF PLANS! Mother Nature had other ideas! ☔

OctSober Fest is moving to SUNDAY, OCTOBER 11, due to the severe weather forecast!

Different day, SAME great event! 🎉

Join AIDS Alabama and for our inaugural OctSober Resource Fair, a FREE community event celebrating recovery, wellness, hope, and connection!

HERE'S WHAT'S HAPPENING:
• Connect with local organizations offering resources for addiction recovery, mental health, housing, healthcare, and community support.
• Hear inspiring stories from people in recovery.
• Participate in wellness activities, including Narcan training and distribution with R.O.S.S.
• Discover resources, ask questions, and connect with people who can help.
• Enjoy raffles, giveaways, food, refreshments, a bouncy house, and family-friendly fun!

💙 Whether you're in recovery, exploring treatment options, supporting someone you love, or just looking to connect with your community, EVERYONE IS WELCOME!

🌞 RAIN OR SHINE, WE'RE MAKING IT HAPPEN ON SUNDAY! If the weather doesn't cooperate, we'll move the festivities indoors.

🗓️ NEW DATE: Sunday, October 11
🎟️ FREE Admission!

Recovery is possible. Hope is real. And community makes a difference.

Help us spread the word! SHARE this post so everyone knows about the date change!