09/14/2026
❤️ STRENGTH UNITES 2026 | HUMAN RED RIBBON ❤️
This Friday, September 18, at 6 p.m., Friends of The Quilt invites the HIV community, advocates, healthcare partners, allies, supporters, and community members to gather at Friendship Fountain in Jacksonville, FL, for a powerful public demonstration of unity, remembrance, and commitment to ending HIV stigma.
At 6:15–6:45 p.m., participants will come together to form a Human Red Ribbon — transforming an international symbol of HIV awareness into something deeply human: people standing together. ❤️
This gathering is more than an awareness event. It’s a visible statement that Jacksonville:
🔴 Remembers those lost to HIV/AIDS
🔴 Stands beside people with HIV today
🔴 Rejects stigma and embraces dignity
🔴 Supports HIV awareness, prevention, and treatment
🔴 Believes in the power of community to create healthier futures
📍 Friendship Fountain | Jacksonville, Florida
📅 Friday, September 18, 2026
⏰ 6:00 p.m.
🔴 Wear a red shirt or blouse + comfortable shoes
📸 Best photo/media window: 6:15–6:45 p.m.
🌐 Friendsofthequilt.org/
Strength unites us, and together we can end HIV stigma.