The Los Angeles County Commission on HIV’s (LACHIV) Black Caucus, in partnership with local leaders and organizations, is organizing a special World AIDS Day event on December 6 at Charles Drew University. The event aims to spotlight the sexual health needs of Black communities while providing education, support, and resources to attendees.
Titled “Our Stories, Our Strength: Elevating Black Lives on World AIDS Day,” the free event will feature HIV testing with a $25 gift card incentive, free lunch, giveaways, and a resource fair addressing both healthcare and broader community needs, such as food security. Entertainment and live performance art will also be part of the day’s offerings, creating an engaging and inclusive atmosphere.
Danielle Campbell, MPH, Co-Chair of LACHIV Black Caucus, emphasized the importance of addressing stigma in Black communities. “Black people are overrepresented in new HIV diagnoses and disproportionately affected by STIs. The stigma is a barrier to having these necessary conversations,” she said.
