Project Achieve

07/11/2025

Consider joining a research study at Project ACHIEVE! We are interested in Transgender Women's opinions about HIV Vaccine Research and a Digital Health Communication App. Receive $50 for an in-person interview. See if you are eligible by completing the screener using the QR code in the ad below.

06/11/2025

05/21/2025

-o-licious -May 21st
6-9 pm . Supporting HIV research, prevention and treatment!

05/20/2025

Thank you for your support!! Loved meeting you on 9th Avenue in Hell’s Kitchen!!

05/16/2025

Project ACHIEVE supports our community partners in addressing the health of transgender, gender nonconforming, and nonbinary communities!

Keep swiping for more info! Link in our bio to register!

05/12/2025

Columbia Research Unit and 's VaXXine-O-Licious is coming!

Join us on Wednesday, May 21st, from 6 to 9 PM at for the Stella-bration edition of our annual drag pageant. This special 20th-anniversary show commemorates two decades of education, entertainment & engagement.

Co-hosted by and , VaXXine-O-Licious will feature special guests and , as well as special crownings of and .

The night will include six talented queens vying for the title of Mx. VOL20, the stepdown of Mx. VOL19 (), information about ongoing HIV research, free food, a raffle, and much more!

Hope to see you there!

Special thanks to our sponsors:


AIDS Healthcare Foundation NYC




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RSVP: vol.eventbrite.com

04/27/2025

We are saddened to learn of the passing of Jiggly Caliente Jigglycalienteofficial. She was an amazing performer and advocate. She contributed to our work at Project Achieve and Columbia Research Unit to further HIV prevention and treatment. The world has lost such a loving and dedicated spirit. ❤️🌺

Jiggly Caliente, one of the most legendary queens in RuPaul’s Drag Race herstory, has tragically passed away.

04/01/2025

Scientists uniting to raise awareness about the Administration's attack on scientific research and its implications for all aspects of human growth, intellectual freedom, and societal health.

TO THE AMERICAN PEOPLE We all rely on science. Science gave us the smartphones in our pockets, the navigation systems in our cars, and life-saving medical care. We count on engineers when we drive across bridges and fly in airplanes. Businesses and farmers rely on science and engineering for prod...

03/31/2025

Project ACHIEVE celebrates and honors transgender community members. Together we will continue to work toward creating safe, caring, and affirming spaces for all.

02/03/2025

Join Columbia Research Unit for a webinar on Block and Lock: HIV Reservoir and a Potential Pathway to a Cure. The Block and Lock webinar will explore potential pathways to a cure for HIV in a virtual setting on Wed Feb 05, 2025, at 11:00 AM EST. We will discuss the latest advancements in HIV research.

You will learn about the HIV reservoir and how we work towards finding a cure. The scientific community is researching how to block latent HIV and lock it into place so latent HIV will not be able to infect white blood cells.

This event is perfect for anyone interested in HIV/AIDS who wants to stay informed about progress.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to engage with experts in the field and ask questions about the future of HIV treatment. Register now and be part of the conversation!

Go to the Block and Lock Linktr.ee in the bio to register. https://blockandlock.eventbrite.com

Join us for a webinar on Block and Lock: HIV Reservoir and a Potential Pathway to a Cure. The Block and Lock webinar will explore potential pathways to a cure for HIV in a virtual setting on Wed Feb 05, 2025, at 11:00 AM EST. We will discuss the latest advancements in HIV research.

You will learn about the HIV reservoir and how we work towards finding a cure. The scientific community is researching how to block latent HIV and lock it into place so latent HIV will not be able to infect white blood cells.

This event is perfect for anyone interested in HIV/AIDS who wants to stay informed about progress.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to engage with experts in the field and ask questions about the future of HIV treatment. Register now and be part of the conversation!

Go to the Block and Lock Linktr.ee in the bio to register. https://blockandlock.eventbrite.com

12/31/2024

Happy New Year!!! Project ACHIEVE is thankful to all who contributed to a fantastic 2024. We look forward to continued collaboration and community engagement. In 2025, we recognize and celebrate all the study participants who help advance significant HIV research. Wishing you much happiness and joy in the New Year!

12/11/2024

Project ACHIEVE at the New York State 2024 Ending the Epidemic Summit in Albany, NY!

Congratulations to Dr. Jorge Soler () on his workshop presentation, co-authored by HVTN RAMP Scholars Devin Barzallo () and Rachelle Monteau (.dani), and congratulations to HVTN RAMP Scholar Anis El Marzouki () on his poster presentation!

Thank you to PI Dr. Hong Van Tieu for her guidance and mentorship on this amazing and important research. Thank you to the HIV Vaccine Trials Network (HVTN) for supporting Research and Mentorship Program (RAMP) and making all of this possible.