Red ribbon - it is the universal symbol of awareness and support for those living with HIV

World AIDS Day

World AIDS Day is held on 1 December each year. It raises awareness across the world and in the community about the issues surrounding HIV and AIDS. It is a day for people to show their support for people living with HIV and to commemorate people who have died.

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The Red ribbon is a symbol of commitment to challenge the stigma and prejudice surrounding HIV/AIDS.

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The red ribbon supports the 20 Australians diagnosed with HIV each week.

HIV is still here. Wear a red ribbon on World AIDS Day.

Affiliated organisations

Australian Federation of AIDS Organisations (AFAO)

Australian Federation of AIDS Organisations (AFAO)

http://www.afao.org.au/

Government of Western Australia

Government of Western Australia

https://ww2.health.wa.gov.au/

Government of Western Australia - Get the Facts

Government of Western Australia - Get the Facts

http://www.getthefacts.health.wa.gov.au/

National Association of People Living with HIV/AIDS Australia

http://napwha.org.au/

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