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The Illinois House Appropriations-Human Services Committee will hold a hearing on Friday, January 22, 2010 Time 10:00 AM in Room 16-504 James R. Thompson Center  on ADAP funding. The meeting is open to the public and you are encouraged to attend, but arrive early as space is limited.

As I sit here, I can’t help but ask the question, “Just how did I find myself headed to Washington, DC to advise on public policy at the White House?” It’s been a whirlwind fall that all started with me applying for and being selected as a member of the newly formed IL Alliance for Sound AIDS Policy (IL ASAP), a group of statewide policy and advocacy leaders picked to increase community involvement in HIV/AIDS activities, and fight for fair policies for those living with and at risk for HIV and AIDS.

On November 12, 2009, IL ASAP was fortunate enough to take part in a National HIV/AIDS Strategy Focus Group.  Jeffery Crowley, Director of the White House Office of National Aids Policy and Senior Advisor of Disability Policy was the guest at the focus group and listened as community members spoke to issues that need to be addressed when forming the National HIV/AIDS Strategy.  I testified at the focus group meeting regarding the barriers facing transgender, women, and aging populations; I had a lot to say!

GENEVA – In its first study of women's health around the globe, the World Health Organization said Monday that the AIDS virus is the leading cause of death and disease among women between the ages of 15 and 44.

The AIDS Foundation of Chicago is partnering with more than 80 other organizations for a massive rally on November 17th at 12pm in front of Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois (300 E Randolph), and then march to the Renaissance Hotel.

RSVP HERE.

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