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International AIDS Candlelight Memorial

Many of the rights we have won recently were only possible by the efforts made during the early days of the HIV epidemic. However, even in 2009, our community and those affected by HIV, are still impacted by discrimination.

END HIV DISCRIMINATION NOW

To honour the memories of those we have lost and those who have fought so hard for an end to stigma, the AIDS Action Council is inviting you to make a stand.

Join us and be counted at the International AIDS Candlelight Memorial. An end to all fear, stigma and discrimination is essential to a successful response to HIV.

Ecumenical Church Service

The memorial will be marked by a special non-denominational service of prayer and remembrance.

Location: All Saints Church, Cowper St. Ainslie

Time: 5 pm Sunday 17 May

All welcome.

Candlelight Memorial Ceremony

Location: National Museum of Australia, Lawson Crescent Acton.

Time: 7.00 pm to 8.30 pm Sunday 17 May

All welcome.

At this year's ceremony Tobin Saunders will give the keynote address and the Canberra Gay and Lesbian Qwire will perform as candles are lit to remember lives affected by HIV.

For further details contact Megan Munro, Community Engagement Coordinator, on 02 6257 2855 or via email megan.munro@aidsaction.org.au

International AIDS Candlelight Memorial

 

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