Red 4 Change 2018

This time of year the AIDS Committee of York Region presents the Red for Change campaign, an ongoing crusade to build awareness and fight stigma against HIV. Since 2014 I have been involved in running this campaign and working with volunteers, partners, friends, businesses and organizations putting together photos and displays, and I have been proud.

Spreading awareness and trying to fight the stigma and misconceptions that exist can be more difficult than any other challenge facing HIV. But every year, I see a little more acceptance, a little more understanding. While I know that the battle still remains, and it is uphill, seeing community spirit and support, makes it worthwhile. It is encouraging and it is exciting!

#Red4Change. A Social Media campaign leading up to World AIDS Day on December 1st. Spread the knowledge and help educate. Be a part of a better and positive change.

By Mark Koning

Mark is the Communications & Operations Manager with the AIDS Committee of York Region. Mark is also an Author and Blogger of Challenging Barriers and The BIST Blog. (Brain Injury Society of Toronto)

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