World AIDS Day

World AIDS Day (WAD) is commemorated around the world on December 1st each year.  It has become one of the most recognized international health days and a key opportunity to raise awareness about HIV/AIDS, remember those who have died, and celebrate victories - such as increased access to treatment and prevention services.

World AIDS Day (Observed) 2012: November 30th 

On the road to Zero

Missouri History Museum in Lee Auditorium

8:30 AM - Noon

How Far We've Traveled & The Road Ahead:

• Dr. Betsy Herold, MD "New Routes to Zero Through Medicine & Healthcare"
• Mr. Rashad Burgess, MA "Prevention - An Off-Ramp from HIV"
• Panel Discussion "Driving Toward Zero"

Light breakfast will be provided from 8:30 - 9:00 AM. Program begins at 9:00 AM. Youth Photovoice Gallery and AIDS Memorial Quilt panels will be on display.

The AIDS Memorial Quilt will be displayed as follows in coordination with World AIDS Day:

·         Missouri History Museum

·         Tri-County AIDS Task Force, Carrollton, Illinois

·         Lindenwood University

·         Trinity Presbyterian Church, University City

·         Missouri Department of Health & Senior Services/Office of Minority Health, Jefferson City

·         Food Outreach

·         Maryville University

·         MasterCard Worldwide, O’Fallon, Missouri

·         St. Louis County Health Department

·         University of Missouri – St. Louis, Millennium Student Center

·         St. John’s United Church of Christ

·         Washington Metropolitan AME Zion Church

·         First Baptist Church of St. Louis City

·         St. Alphonsus “Rock” Catholic Church

·         Centennial Christian Church

For additional information regarding WAD, please contact Nancy Kelley at 314-333-6666.

Collaborative Partners