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National HIV Testing Day (NHTD)
Thursday, June 27

National HIV Testing Day (NHTD), June 27, is an annual observance to promote HIV testing. The National Association of People with AIDS (NAPWA) founded the day in 1995 and continues to lead its implementation each year.

June 27 is a day for YOU to get involved! Christopher H. Bates, Executive Director, Presidential Advisory Council on HIV/AIDS (PACHA) says "We urge all Americans on this Day and through out the year to 'Take Control of Their Health – Their Life – and Get Tested for HIV.'"

For more information, visit: www.aids.gov/awareness-days/national-hiv-testing-day/

May is Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, Hepatitis Awareness Month and Mental Health Month.

From Punishment to Wellness: A Public Health Approach to Women and the War on Drugs
Monday, May 20
10 am - 6 pm
New York Academy of Medicine
1216 5th Ave
New York, NY

More than a failure, the war on drugs has swollen the prison population, left millions of people with criminal records and damaged communities. This one-day conference, organized by formerly incarcerated women, policy experts and community activists, will offer practical examples of public health alternatives. We will examine how to address fundamental social issues—including race, gender and class inequities—by viewing individuals within the context of communities.

For more information, visit: worthconference.eventbrite.com/#

The Night Larry Kramer Kissed Me
Monday, May 20
8 pm
Gerard W. Lynch Theater at John Jay College
524 West 59th Street
New York, NY

For its 20th anniversary, The Night Larry Kramer Kissed Me will be re-imagined from a one-man show to one featuring an ensemble cast performing a play that The New York Times originally called "rivetingly angry, intense, frenetic, frank and touching." The special performance is produced by Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS and benefits BC/EFA and Sero Project.

For more information, visit: broadwaycares.org/thenightlarrykramerkissedme

25th Annual National Conference on Social Work and HIV/AIDS
Thursday, May 23 - Sunday, May 26
Hyatt Regency
Chicago, IL

Over 500 HIV social workers expected from across the country and several nations to be present and will offer over 100 presentations in various conference formats. These include posters, individual workshops, and also informal reports from the field. We also will offer once again the very popular 15-hour medical case management institute, developed and taught by colleagues from Diverse Management Solutions in Denver, Colorado.

For more information, visit: www.bc.edu/schools/gssw/academics/ce/conferences.html

9th International Workshop on HIV & Hepatitis Co-infection
Thursday, May 30 - Friday, May 31
Rome, Italy

This annual workshop is the leading medical gathering for those involved in the clinical care of co-infected individuals. The program provides an excellent platform to exchange the medical information and new treatment results, and to discuss them with the experts active in the different disciplines (including Virology, Hepatology, Immunology, Infectious Disease and Primary Care).

For more information, visit: www.virology-education.com/index.cfm/t/Welcome/vid/7ACDAA79-A8AA-43A9-7E31FA3544E4CF1B

June is Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender (LGBT) Pride Month.

Open Air Street Fair
Sunday, June 2

This festive, all-day shopping bazaar takes place on the quaint cobblestone Crosby Street outside of the Bookstore Cafe. Thousands of donated books, records, and CDs will be sold for $1 apiece, plus clothing, shoes and accessories from Housing Works Thrift Shops, great snacks from our cafe and music from local bands.

For more information, visit: www.housingworks.org/events/open-air-street-fair/

AIDS Lifecycle - Ride To End AIDS
Sunday, June 2 - Saturday, June 8

AIDS/LifeCycle is a fully supported, 7-day bike ride from San Francisco to Los Angeles to raise money and awareness in the fight against HIV/AIDS. Every year, this landmark ride through beautiful California delivers a life-changing experience for thousands of participants from all backgrounds and fitness levels united by a common desire to do something heroic. Whether you're considering your first ride or are a seasoned veteran, we want you with us on AIDS/LifeCycle 12.

For more information, visit: www.aidslifecycle.org/

Caribbean American HIV/AIDS Awareness Day
Saturday, June 8

The annual Caribbean-American Health/AIDS Awareness Day was created to provide Caribbean-Americans with resources, HIV/AIDS health education, evaluation, and opportunities for involvement. The goal is to beat the odds and to ensure that we cultivate a health conscious atmosphere within our communities. This day is a part of a National effort to get Caribbean-Americans to get educated, get evaluated, get treated and get involved with their health decisions, as HIV/AIDS, Diabetes, Cancer, High Blood Pressure and Cardiovascular diseases continues to negatively affect the Caribbean communities resulting in premature deaths.

For more information, visit: www.caribbeanhealthaidsday.com/

Taking Stock, Taking Action | Faire le point et agir
Thursday, June 13 - Friday, June 14
Courtyard by Marriott Hotel
Toronto, ON

Canadian HIV/AIDS Legal Network is excited to announce details on our 5th Symposium on HIV, Law and Human Rights and 2013 Annual General Meeting with four workshops and over 20 leading experts on the criminalization of HIV, drug policy, LGBT rights, and sex work, plus "A conversation with Frank Mugisha" of SMUG (Uganda) led by CBC journalist Ron Charles.

For more information, visit: www.aidslaw.ca/EN/AGM2013/index.htm

HIV Drug Therapy in the Americas
Thursday, June 13 - Saturday, June 15
WTC Sheraton Convention Center
Sao Paulo, Brazil

This 3-day educational scientific meeting will build upon the Glasgow heritage to establish an accessible and regionally relevant programme focusing on a range of aspects relating to HIV treatment.

For more information, visit: www.hivamericas.org/

5th Annual MSM HIV Prevention Institute Conference
Friday, June 21
Brookland Banquet and Conference Center
West Columbia, SC

This year’s conference theme is “The Line Starts Here.” The conference will feature celebrity guest speaker Darryl Stephens and will begin at 8:30am and end at 4:30pm. The registration fee for the conference is $50 per guest which includes a Continental Breakfast, Buffet Lunch, Conference Materials and Workshops.

For more information, visit: scmsmworkgroup.org/Events.html

National HIV Testing Day (NHTD)
Thursday, June 27

National HIV Testing Day (NHTD), June 27, is an annual observance to promote HIV testing. The National Association of People with AIDS (NAPWA) founded the day in 1995 and continues to lead its implementation each year.

June 27 is a day for YOU to get involved! Christopher H. Bates, Executive Director, Presidential Advisory Council on HIV/AIDS (PACHA) says "We urge all Americans on this Day and through out the year to 'Take Control of Their Health – Their Life – and Get Tested for HIV.'"

For more information, visit: www.aids.gov/awareness-days/national-hiv-testing-day/

Harlem HIV/AIDS Faith Walk 2013
Saturday, June 29
Harlem, NY

United We Stand. United We Walk. We look for forward to your participation in the Faith Walk. In addition to the food, fellowship and fun that await you at the Harlem State Office Building, Rev. Dr. Carl L. Washington Jr. will preach the Word of God.

For more information, visit: www.eventbrite.com/event/3359459233/es2/

2013 Annual Conference: AIDS Drug Assistance Programs: Renewing the Commitment
Sunday, July 7 - Tuesday, July 9
Westin Washington DC City Center
Washington, DC

The ADAP Advocacy Association (aaa+) – in partnership with the Community Access National Network (CANN) – is hosting its 6th Annual Conference. The conference, themed "AIDS Drug Assistance Programs : Renewing the Commitment," will be open to all ADAP stakeholders nationwide.

For more information, visit: www.adapadvocacyassociation.org/events.html

HIV Dinner Support Forum
Tuesday, July 23
Riverside Church NYC
New York, NY

The Spiritual Outreach Services, S.O.S. Partners Present our Quarterly HIV Support Forum.

For more information, visit: hivsosjuly23.eventbrite.com/#

7th IAS Conference on HIV Pathogenesis, Treatment and Prevention
Sunday, June 30 - Wednesday, July 3
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

The event will be organized by the IAS, in partnership with Centre of Excellence for Research in AIDS (CERiA), University of Malaya, a centre established in 2007 to undertake HIV-related research with a particular focus on HIV and substance use and related co-morbidities including tuberculosis and hepatitis C.

For more information, visit: www.iasociety.org/Default.aspx?pageId=77

11th Annual Charity Trek
Monday, August 12 - Friday, August 16
Burlington, VT - Portland, ME

We're celebrating our 12th year of raising funds to find a vaccine for HIV/AIDS and we'd like you to join us. From August 12-16, 2013, we will be holding our 12th ride, returning to riding from Burlington, Vermont to beautiful Portland, ME, on our quest to deliver one clear message: the time is now for an HIV/AIDS vaccine. Onsite registration takes place on August 11. Registration fee is $250.00 USD.

For more information, visit: www.charitytreks.org/

September is Hispanic Heritage Month.

U.S. Conference on AIDS
Sunday, September 8 - Wednesday, September 11
Hyatt Regency
New Orleans, LA

For more information, visit: nmac.org/events/2013-u-s-conference-on-aids/

Interscience Conference on Antimicrobial Agents and Chemotherapy (ICAAC 2013)
Tuesday, September 10 - Friday, September 13
Denver, CO

For more information, visit: www.icaac.org/

AIDS Walk Detroit
Sunday, September 15
Royal Oak Farmers Market
Royal Oak, MI

AIDS Walk Detroit is the largest HIV/AIDS specific fundraiser is Michigan. Each year over 3,500 individuals participate in our AIDS Walk event. Since 1991 AIDS Walk Detroit has raised over $3.5 million to support HIV/AIDS services in southeast Michigan. Help us raise $200,000 for AIDS Walk Detroit by signing up to walk today!

For more information, visit: www.aidswalkdetroit.org

National HIV/AIDS and Aging Awareness Day
Wednesday, September 18

For more information, visit: www.aids.gov/awareness-days/

Cycle for the Cause
Friday, September 20 - Sunday, September 22
Boston to New York City

Cycle for the Cause, the 18th Annual Northeast AIDS Ride, is a fully-supported 3-day approximately 275-mile bike ride that will take place September 20th-22nd, 2013. Over the past 17 years, thousands of Riders and Crew have made their way from Boston to New York City all in an effort to raise millions of dollars for the HIV/AIDS related programs and services of the New York Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center. We invite you to join us for this once-in-a-lifetime experience!

For more information, visit: www.cycleforthecause.org or contact the Ride Manager, Ed Stillman at 646.358.1733

Fierce Fall Ball
Saturday, September 21
The Alhambra Ballroom
2116 Adam Clayton Powell Blvd.
Harlem, NY

Supporting NYC Affirming HIV & AIDS Ministries.

For more information and tickets, visit: www.fiercefallball.org

National Gay Men's HIV/AIDS Awareness Day
Wednesday, September 27

For more information, visit: www.aids.gov/awareness-days/

AIDS Run & Walk Chicago
Sunday, September 28
Chicago, IL

For more information, visit: afc.aidschicago.org/netcommunity/page.aspx?pid=1518

October is GLBT History Month.

IDWeek
Wednesday, October 2 - Sunday, October 6
San Francisco, CA

IDWeek will be a forum for health professionals of varied backgrounds to collaborate, cooperate, and learn from each other’s expertise. With so many common issues and challenges cutting across our four disciplines, IDWeek provides an opportunity to learn from each other’s knowledge, experience and expertise, for the improvement of patient care and public health.

For more information, visit: idweek.org/

AIDS Walk Wisconsin
Saturday, October 5
Summerfest Grounds, located at 200 N Harbor Drive
Milwaukee, WI

For more information, visit: www.aidswalkwis.org

AIDS Walk Los Angeles
Sunday, October 13
Los Angeles, CA

West Hollywood Park (647 N. San Vicente Blvd. in West Hollywood). Length: 10 kilometers / 6.2 miles.

For more information, visit: www.aidswalk.net/losangeles

National Latino AIDS Awareness Day
Tuesday, October 15

The Latino Commission on AIDS (LCOA), the Hispanic Federation and many other organizations organize this day. The NLAAD campaign works annually at building capacity for non-profit organizations and health departments in order to reach Latino/Hispanic communities, promote HIV testing, provide HIV prevention information and access to care.

For more information, visit: www.aids.gov/awareness-days/latino/. For a list of events click here.

14th European AIDS Conference
Thursday, October 16 - Saturday, October 19
Brussels, Belgium

It is our great pleasure to invite you to Brussels to attend the 14th European AIDS Conference which is being organised under the auspices of the European AIDS Clinical Society (EACS).

For more information, visit: www.eacs-conference2013.com/index.php?id=40.

AIDS Walk Atlanta and 5K Run
Sunday, October 20
Piedmont Park
Atlanta, GA

For more information, visit: www.aidswalkatlanta.com

AIDS Walk Phoenix and 5K Run
Sunday, October 20
3rd Ave & Washington St
Phoenix, AZ

For more information, visit: www.aidswalkphoenix.org

International Conference on Clinical and Cellular Immunology
Tuesday, October 15 - Thursday, October 17
Hampton Inn Tropicana
Las Vegas, NV

Immunology-2013 will be an innovative and invigorating international congress reflecting the direction of immunology in the 21st century in a secure yet exciting environment that offers a wide range of diversions to participants of all backgrounds. This will be an excellent opportunity to meet leading scientists in the field of immunology and learn about the latest technological advances for people with immunological problems. The different tracks are arranged in an interdisciplinary manner to allow delegates to explore issues directly connected to their own areas of work. They also provide an opportunity to engage with other professionals from a wide range of disciplines.

For more information, visit: omicsonline.org/immunology2012/

11th Annual Heart and Soul Fundraiser
Saturday, October 19
Radisson Hotel Vancouver Airport
Richmond, BC

To benefit the Heart of Richmond AIDS Society.

For more information, visit: heartofrichmond.com

AIDS Walk Washington
Saturday, October 26
Freedom Plaza (Pennsylvania Avenue and 13th Street, NW)
Washington, DC

For more information, visit: www.aidswalkwashington.org/

November is American Indian Heritage Month.

Association of Nurses in AIDS Care (ANAC) Annual Meeting
Thursday, November 21 - Saturday, November 23
Atlanta, GA

Conference Objectives:

• Identify current research and evidence based practices pertaining to holistic HIV care;
• Evaluate innovate approaches to HIV prevention, treatment, and care in domestic and international settings;
• Create a vision to improve the health outcomes of underserved populations affected and infected with HIV;
• Discuss the leadership role of nurses in health care reform and health policy.

For more information, visit: www.nursesinaidscare.org

December 1st is World AIDS Day.

World AIDS Day
Sunday, December 1

World AIDS Day is an opportunity for people worldwide to unite in the fight against HIV. 2012's theme was "Getting to zero: zero new HIV infections. Zero discrimination. Zero AIDS related deaths."

For more information, visit: www.poz.com/world