World AIDS Day serves as an important reminder that we must remain steadfast in our commitment to prevent new HIV infections and provide essential services to all people living with HIV globally.
The first World AIDS Day took place in 1988, providing a platform to raise awareness about HIV and AIDS and honor the lives affected by the epidemic. There has been significant progress in addressing HIV and AIDS thanks to advancements in medical research, increased access to treatment and prevention, and a broader understanding of the virus. Follow the HIV.gov blog to keep current on federal World AIDS Day activities.
Sample Messages
We invite you to use the sample messages below to promote World AIDS Day and its related activities. Feel free to adjust the language to your voice and to ensure appropriate timing is referenced in your post.
We also welcome you to join the broader conversation using the hashtag #WorldAIDSDay and to tag our social profiles so that we can amplify your messages.
World AIDS Day is Approaching
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#WorldAIDSDay is fast approaching! We’re committed to sharing the important work partners are doing to address #HIV in the U.S. Share what you’re doing or get involved: https://www.hiv.gov/events/awareness-days/world-aids-day
Facebook:
#WorldAIDSDay is fast approaching! We’re committed to sharing the important work partners are doing to address HIV in the U.S. Share what you’re doing, or learn more about how you can get involved: https://www.hiv.gov/events/awareness-days/world-aids-day
Tomorrow is World AIDS Day
X/Twitter:
As we prepare for #WorldAIDSDay tomorrow, we reflect on the vital contributions of community partners—the ones engaging and caring for the #HIV community every day. Thank you for your ongoing work to end the HIV epidemic in the U.S ❤️
Facebook:
As we prepare for World AIDS Day tomorrow, we reflect on the vital contributions of community partners—the ones engaging and caring for the HIV community every day. Thank you for your ongoing work to end the HIV epidemic in the U.S. ❤️
Instagram:
As we prepare for #WorldAIDSDay tomorrow, we reflect on the vital contributions of community partners—the ones engaging and caring for the #HIV community every day. Thank you for your ongoing work to end the HIV epidemic in the U.S. ❤️
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Federal Resources
To learn more about World AIDS Day, including its purposes and related resources, visit CDC’s page.
Learn about the Epidemic
Get basic HIV information from HIV.gov and CDC.
Use the Logo
Help promote World AIDS Day by posting this web badge on your site.
Use the Badge Code:
<a href="https://www.hiv.gov/events/awareness-days/world-aids-day"><img src="https://www.hiv.gov/sites/default/files/images/world_logo1.png" alt="World AIDS Day Badge" width="150" height="132" /></a>
Get Involved
Share your plans with the hashtag #WorldAIDSDay.
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