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 supports the 20 Australians diagnosed with HIV each week.

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

Affiliated organisations

State Government Victoria - Department of Health

State Government Victoria - Department of Health

http://www.health.vic.gov.au/doh

Northern Territory AIDS & Hepatitis Council Inc

Northern Territory AIDS & Hepatitis Council Inc

http://www.ntahc.org.au/

UNSW Australia The Kirby Institute

UNSW Australia The Kirby Institute

http://www.kirby.unsw.edu.au/

Australian Injecting and Illicit Drug Users’ League (AIVL)

Australian Injecting and Illicit Drug Users’ League (AIVL)

http://www.aivl.org.au/

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