Did you know that World AIDS Day on Dec. 1 serves to focus global attention on the devastating impact of the HIV/AIDS epidemic? 
Events
Upcoming Events
IHS HIV/AIDS Training - April 15 - 16, 2009 (Indian Health Service, Division of Behavioral Health) 
The purpose of this training is (1) to develop the behavioral health capacity of participants through the learning and implementation of effective behavioral health models and techniques related to HIV/AIDS in American Indian and Alaska Native populations, and (2) to instruct participants on effective methods of linking community members to critical HIV/AIDS-related services and resources.
Multicultural HIV/AIDS Provider Summit - May 1, 2009 (New England HIV Education Consortium (NEHEC))
This summit will serve as part of a movement to enhance and increase the role of clinical providers of color in HIV/AIDS care and services in the New England area. This is a one day course for clinical providers of color to lead the effort to eliminate HIV/AIDS with ethnic and racial health disparities, also building capacity and bridges to care in communities of color.
Sex, Gender, and HIV - May 5-6, 2009 (New York State Department of Health, AIDS Institute)
This two-day training is designed to help health and human servcies providers promote sexual health among their clients by building their capacity to talk sensitively and non-judgmentally about sexual identity, gender identity, and sexual behaviors.
25 Years After Discovering HIV as the Cause of AIDS - May 9-11, 2009 (University of Maryland School of Medicine and National Cancer Institute)
The symposium will look back at the origins of research on human retroviruses and the 25 years since proving HIV as the cause of AIDS, summarize the accomplishments of a successful research enterprise, and look forward to overcoming obstacles in treatment and prevention for the global AIDS epidemic.
Voices 2009: Toward A World Without AIDS: AIDS Alliance's 15th Annual Conference - May 16-18, 2009 (AIDS Alliance for Children, Youth & Families)
Participants can hear from and talk with the leaders in HIV/AIDS care, prevention, research, and advocacy.
Legal Rights and Risks of Adolescents in the Age of AIDS - May 22, 2009 (Legal Action Center)
This training will cover the legal rights of adolescents living with, at risk for, and affected by HIV and some legal limitations and risks they face. After this training, participants will be able to (1) Describe when minors can make their own health care decisions, (2) Summarize who may decide about disclosing health information about minors, (3) Answer adolescent clients' questions about their legal rights in these areas, and (4) Describe the legal consequences of transmitting HIV to others.
2009 National HIV Prevention Conference – August 23 – 26, 2009 (National HIV Prevention Conference)
More than 25 years after the first report of a handful of cases of a nameless deadly disease among gay men in Los Angeles, there are more than 1 million persons living with HIV in the United States; about one-fifth of those with HIV have not yet been diagnosed and are unaware of their infection. This unique conference covers the entire spectrum of HIV prevention, from science to programs. It convenes HIV prevention experts and advocates from various backgrounds and communities nationwide.
XVIII International AIDS Conference (AIDS 2010) – 18 – 23 July 2010 (International AIDS Society)
Vienna, Austria has been chosen to host the XVIII International AIDS Conference (AIDS 2010), the largest international meeting on HIV, where every two years 25,000 participants representing all stakeholders in the global response to HIV meet to assess progress and identify future priorities. AIDS 2010 is organized by the International AIDS Society (IAS), in partnership with government, scientific and civil society partners in Austria and international partners from civil society and the United Nations. Based in Geneva, Switzerland, the IAS is the world’s leading independent association of HIV professionals.
Awareness Days
National HIV/AIDS Awareness Days (Office of Minority Health)
A number of national and global observances are held annually to help us understand and fight the HIV/AIDS pandemic. The Department of Health and Human Services is using all of its resources to combat the disease, and one way it is doing so is by supporting these observances, which help raise awareness and spread information about HIV/AIDS. Use this event guide to prepare your observance and participation in any of the Awareness Days listed below. (PDF, 87 KB)
National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day - February 7 (Office of Minority Health)
February 7 is National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness and Information Day (NBHAAD). This annual observance day was created to raise awareness among African Americans about HIV/AIDS and its devastating impact on African American communities. The day is part of a national mobilization effort to get African Americans to learn more about the threat posed by the disease, get tested, get treated and make a commitment to fight HIV/AIDS. For additional information visit this resource from AIDSinfo.
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National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day - March 10 (Office of Minority Health)
March 10, 2006 marked the first annual National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day. This day was set to raise awareness on the increasing impact of HIV/AIDS transmission on women and girls. Sponsored by the Office of Women's Health, this is a day to raise awareness among women and girls about HIV/AIDS, to stress the importance of knowing your HIV status, and to promote healthy behaviors that reduce the risk of HIV infection. For additional information visit this resource from AIDSinfo. Add a countdown for this day on iGoogle.
National Native HIV/AIDS Awareness Day - March 20 (Office of Minority Health)
March 20 marks the first annual National Native (American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian) HIV/AIDS Awareness Day. This day is an opportunity for Native people and others to create a greater awareness of the risks of HIV/AIDS to their communities; to remember those who have passed; to acknowledge those who are infected and affected by HIV/AIDS; to call for increased resources for testing; and to seek support for increasing treatment and care options. Add a countdown for this day on iGoogle.
National Women's Health Week - May 14 - 20 (Office on Women's Health)
National Women's Health Week is a national effort by the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and an alliance of organizations to raise awareness about manageable steps women can take to improve their health. The focus is on the importance of incorporating simple preventive and positive health behaviors into everyday life. For additional information visit this resource from AIDSinfo.
HIV Vaccine Awareness Day - May 18 (Office of Minority Health)
May 18 marks the annual observance of HIV Vaccine Awareness Day. On this day, community activities and media events around the country will focus on educating people about the importance of HIV vaccine research. For additional information visit this resource from AIDSinfo. Add a countdown for this day on iGoogle.
National Asian and Pacific Islander HIV/AIDS Awareness Day - May 19 (Office of Minority Health)
May 19 is the annual observance of Asian and Pacific Islander (API) HIV/AIDS Awareness Day. This day is designed to focus on the fight against HIV-related discrimination and the stigma HIV carries particularly in the API culture and communities. For additional information visit this resource from AIDSinfo. Add a countdown for this day on iGoogle.
Caribbean American HIV/AIDS Awareness Day - June 8 (Office of Minority Health)
June 8 is Caribbean American HIV/AIDS Awareness Day. On this day, Caribbean-Americans, Caribbean immigrants and community based organizations nationwide will respond to the health disparities facing people of color especially Caribbean immigrants. It will also be a day of reflection and a day to memorialize and show compassion for those who are infected or affected by HIV/AIDS. Add a countdown for this day on iGoogle.
National HIV Testing Day - June 27 (Office of Minority Health)
HIV testing is a critical component of preventing the spread of HIV/AIDS. The key goal of HIV Testing Day is to reach those who have never been tested or who have engaged in high-risk behavior since their last test. For additional information visit this resource from AIDSinfo. Add a countdown for this day on iGoogle.
National Latino HIV/AIDS Awareness Day - October 15 (Office of Minority Health)
October 15 is the annual observance of National Latino AIDS Awareness Day (NLAAD) - a day dedicated to increasing awareness of HIV/AIDS in the Latino community. The theme of this year's NLAAD is "Knowledge is Power. Get the Facts." For additional information visit this resources from AIDSinfo. En español Add a countdown for this day on iGoogle.
World AIDS Day - December 1 (Office of Minority Health)
December 1st is World AIDS Day. Established by the World Health Organization in 1988, World AIDS Day serves to focus global attention on the devastating impact of the HIV/AIDS epidemic. Observance of this day provides an opportunity for governments, national AIDS programs, churches, community organizations and individuals to demonstrate the importance of the fight against HIV/AIDS. Add a countdown for this day on iGoogle.