HIV - How I Value Life

08/20/2026

The South has the lowest PrEP-to-Need Ratio in the country, just 13 PrEP users in for every new HIV diagnosis in 2025.

This means the region has the greatest unmet need for HIV prevention services in the U.S.

PrEP is a highly effective tool for preventing HIV, but without equitable access, communities remain vulnerable. Visit HIVLIFE.ORG for resources

08/20/2026

Today is Southern HIV/AIDS Awareness Day, a day to address the impact of HIV on people living in the South. Let’s work together to expand access to HIV resources, encourage testing, and educate about HIV prevention. Visit southernaidscoalition.org & hivlife.org to learn more!

08/13/2026

Cast your VOTE for Stereotypical Stoneage: Labels are Destroying Healthcare 🗳️❤️

This year, we’re taking on a big question: What happens to human potential when healthcare systems fail to meet our needs?

Our panel would explore how identity, demographics, and inequitable healthcare structures shape who experiences physical suffering and what it would take to build a more equitable system where everyone has the opportunity to thrive

Help us bring this conversation to the SXSW 2027 stage! Your vote can help make it happen. 🙌

How to Vote:

1️⃣ Visit https://participate.sxsw.com/flow/sxsw/sxsw27/community-voting-sxsw/page/community-voting/session/1783634776463001p5w4

2️⃣ Create a quick SXSW account

3️⃣ Give our panel a ❤️ (that’s your vote!)

Let’s bring this conversation to SXSW!

07/21/2026

Today is Zero HIV Stigma Day! Let's build a world where every person living with HIV is treated with dignity, respect, and without judgment.

Together, we can replace fear with facts, silence with support, and stigma with hope.

Because ending HIV starts with ending stigma. Learn more at HIVLIFE.ORG

07/17/2026

Today we observe National . HIV prevention is a human right, and everyone deserves access to the tools that make prevention possible, from HIV testing and PrEP to harm reduction and comprehensive sexual health care.

Learn more about our work: HIVLIFE.ORG

07/16/2026

Today is National Latino Older Adults & HIV/AIDS Awareness Day!

Today, Latino older adults represent one of the fastest-growing populations aging with HIV in the United States, yet many continue to experience significant disparities in access to healthcare and supportive services.

This year's theme, "Our Health, Our Voice, Our Future," reminds us that everyone deserves access to age-inclusive healthcare, HIV prevention, routine testing, treatment, mental health support, and the opportunity to advocate for their own health.

Learn more and get involved at HIVLIFE.ORG & LATINOAIDS.ORG

07/10/2026

Attention UTAC/HIVLife community members! 📣

Do you want to share your story about encountering HIV/AIDS stigma and misperceptions, or know someone who does?

We are looking for individuals willing to participate in a storytelling project called “Misconceptions” that explores the realities of living with HIV/AIDS today. Through one-hour interviews, participants will have the opportunity to share their experiences, challenge common misconceptions, and help educate others through the power of their stories.

If you're interested in participating or know someone who might be, please scan the QR code or click https://ucsb.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_eb5wYo97yIqNF1I?Q_CHL=qr to sign up.

A member of our team will be in touch with more information.

Please also consider sharing this post with your feed to reach more community members, as every voice and story has the potential to reduce stigma and challenge misconceptions.

07/01/2026

To all of our trans allies - Please share!!

"Here’s what happens when political pressure overrides scientific standards"

“Physician groups betraying the public’s trust out of fear of government retaliation has permanent consequences,” writes a plastic surgeon.

06/19/2026

Today we recognize Juneteenth, a day that commemorates the emancipation of slavery in the United States.

06/16/2026

Millions of dollars’ worth of contraceptives meant to be distributed to low-income nations in Africa have expired, but the Trump administration is paying tens of thousands of dollars a month to keep them in storage in Belgium

Millions of dollars’ worth of contraceptives meant to be distributed to low-income nations in Africa have expired, but the Trump administration is paying tens of thousands of dollars a month …