What: The Aging Positively — Reunion Project 6th annual HIV conference is a collaboration between the HIV+ Aging Research Project—Palm Springs and other nonprofit community partners. It will be a virtual conference consisting of a mix of facilitated discussions, panels, and presentations led by key researchers, advocates, and long-term survivors of HIV/AIDS. 

When:  The 6th Annual Aging Positively — Reunion Project virtual conference will be held 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sept. 18, 2021. 

Where:  Attendees can attend the conference from the digital device of their choice.  In-person elements may be announced later.  

How: Registration is free and open on Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hiv-aging-virtual-conference-tickets-162082616469  

Topics and speakers:  

•  Keynote speaker: Andy Bell from Erasure 

• “Honoring Our Experience” with Gregg Cassin 

• “KeeLee Meditation” with Dr. Daniel Lee, from the University of California, San Diego’s Owen Clinic 

• “HIV & The Media”: Karl Schmid is the entertainment reporter for ABC7 LA. He recently revealed his HIV status and has been an advocate for U=U as well as breaking down HIV stigma. 

• HIV research update panel: 

  Borrego Health: Valerio Iovino, i-Care 

  DAP Health: Dr. Tulika Singh 

  Eisenhower Health: Dr. Ken Lichtenstein 

  Palmtree: Dr. Carlos Martinez 

  HIV+ Aging Research Project-Palm Springs (HARP-PS): Jeff Taylor  

• Caregiving with Perry Wiggins from The Center, end-of-life doula Alex Snell, and Richard Bass from PALS (Planning Ahead for LGBTQ Seniors) 

• “Let’s Kick ASS”: Brian DeVries speaks about sustaining and making new friendships late in life