WHAT: More than 250 community members are expected to attend this second annual summit, which will explore the unique experiences of women living with HIV/AIDS. Participants will discuss woman-specific concerns, including pregnancy and parenting; relationships and disclosure; and domestic violence. The summit will also feature an update on the latest HIV/AIDS treatment options for women; a candid examination of mental health challenges for women living with HIV/AIDS; and a dynamic discussion on community mobilization surrounding woman-specific advocacy, activism and policy change.
All sessions will be offered in English and Spanish.
WHEN: Friday, April 18, 2008
9:00 a.m.: Breakfast / Registration
10:00 a.m.: Presentations / Break-out Sessions
1:30 p.m.: Advocacy Panel
3:30 p.m.: Conclusion WHERE: The California Endowment
Center for Healthy Communities
1000 North Alameda Street
Los Angeles, CA 90012
WHO: Presenters will include a range of local and national physicians, HIV specialists, and community advocates, educators and leaders.
AIDS Project Los Angeles joins more than a dozen community, corporate and national partners to host the event.
MORE: A range of media interview opportunities are available with panelists, presenters and women living with HIV/AIDS.
AIDS Project Los Angeles (APLA), one of the largest non-profit AIDS service organizations in the United States, provides bilingual direct services, prevention education and leadership on HIV/AIDS-related policy and legislation. Marking 25 years of service in 2008, APLA is a community-based, volunteer-supported organization with local, national and global reach. For more information, visit www.apla.org.
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