#AIDSwatch
At AIDSWatch 2026, DeOnyae-Dior Valentina reminded us that legislative decisions aren't abstract.

Read about Valentina's experience at this year's AIDSWatch: https://aidsunited.org/community-voices-are-shaping-the-future-of-hiv-policy/
June 22, 2026 at 4:00 PM
HIV Caucus Member Survey Time!
Due Date: June 16!

If you're a member of the HIV Caucus, we want to hear from you!

Did you love AIDSWatch this year? (Or hate it?) However you feel, we want to hear from you! Your voice helps set our future agenda!

Make sure your voice is counted! tinyurl.com/HCm26
May 15, 2026 at 4:45 PM
HLPC Student Margaret Preigh reflects on attending AIDSWatch in DC, the largest constituent-led HIV advocacy event in the US.
https://chlpi.org/news-and-events/news-and-commentary/health-law-and-policy/building-people-centered-hiv-advocacy-lessons-from-aidswatch-and-the-health-law-and-policy-clinic/
May 11, 2026 at 8:00 PM
HLPC Student Margaret Preigh reflects on attending AIDSWatch in DC, the largest constituent-led HIV advocacy event in the US.
https://chlpi.org/news-and-events/news-and-commentary/health-law-and-policy/building-people-centered-hiv-advocacy-lessons-from-aidswatch-and-the-health-law-and-policy-clinic/
April 29, 2026 at 1:30 PM
“We do not mistake longevity for liberation."
-Barb Cardell

In @theadvocatebr.bsky.social's coverage of the Celebration of Life rally during AIDSWatch 2026, the final words of wisdom came from Barb.

Read the full coverage at: tinyurl.com/38kazbmr
April 8, 2026 at 6:19 PM
Late AIDSWatch post.
Cuts kill and silence = death.
March 22, 2026 at 9:43 PM
I was just at that hotel for AIDSWatch!
March 22, 2026 at 1:01 AM
Your girlbot was AFK for AIDSWatch 2026!!

I had the absolute honor of co-presenting on sex worker rights! On behalf of a year-long cohort of SWer organizations from across the United States!
March 20, 2026 at 10:36 PM
Met with AIDS United and San Francisco advocates this week to discuss the needs of those living with HIV/AIDS.

It was an honor to accept their AIDSWatch Lifetime Achievement Award and reaffirm our commitment to continue the fight until we confine AIDS to the dustbin of history.
March 20, 2026 at 10:02 PM
活動家たちがトランプ政権のHIV対策予算削減に抗議し、模擬葬儀を行う|PinkNews
www.thepinknews.com/2026/03/18/a...

活動家たちは、トランプ政権によるHIV対策予算の削減に抗議するため、ワシントンD.C.の「AIDSWatch」で模擬葬式を行った。「Save HIV Funding」キャンペーンが主催したこの抗議活動は、予算削減がHIV/エイズ患者や予防プログラムに及ぼす壊滅的な影響を浮き彫りにした。
Activists stage mock funeral to protest Trump’s HIV funding cuts
Activists in the US have staged a mock funeral to protest Donald Trump’s HIV funding cuts.
www.thepinknews.com
March 18, 2026 at 4:36 PM
"The same forces dismantling #PEPFAR & expanding the #GlobalGagRule are also attacking LGBTQ+ people, public health & bodily autonomy here in the US," said @johnmeadejr.bsky.social at the #AIDSWatch 2026 plenary.

Watch what must happen next, and why it matters youtube.com/shorts/rKLR_...
March 18, 2026 at 3:47 PM
Back on the hill where it all started. #OUTontheHill #LeagueofCities #AIDSWatch #IceOut #NoWarInIran
March 18, 2026 at 3:41 PM
I was honored to receive a Congressional Champion Award by AIDSWatch, at the largest annual constituent-based HIV/AIDS advocacy event in the nation.
March 18, 2026 at 2:58 PM
HIVMA staff are in DC this week for aidsunited.bsky.social’s AIDSWatch conference, joining HIV advocates, leaders and allies to share their stories with Congress and push for policies, programs and funding needed to end the HIV epidemic.
March 17, 2026 at 10:21 PM
AIDSWatch 2026 is a powerful reminder that change happens when community shows up. ❤️

Advocates with diverse voices and lived experiences are coming together to push for stronger, more just HIV policies.

Together, we move change forward. #AIDSWatch #HIVAdvocacy
March 17, 2026 at 9:45 PM
Reporting from #AIDSWatch. How do you find out whether you qualify for Medicaid under expansion or not. And how can you resist challenges to care? Session with Rachel Klein.
@aidsunited.bsky.social
March 16, 2026 at 9:09 PM
Our Co-Chair Michael Elizabeth speaks on the meaningful involvement of people living with HIV/AIDS at AIDSWatch 2026.

It saves lives, time, and money because we create solutions that work for us. Just as crucially, including us is the right thing to do.
#HIVResist #AIDSWatch
March 16, 2026 at 8:47 PM
Learn from leading HIV advocacy organizations and policy experts, connect with fellow advocates and make your voice heard at #AIDSWatch, March 16–18, in Washington, D.C.!

Register: bit.ly/AW26Register
March 14, 2026 at 8:51 PM
The Positive Women's Network - USA Agenda for AIDSWatch 2026!

Our PWN leaders are all over the schedule this year.

Join us for all of our sessions, celebrations, and rallies! And get ready to speak with your elected officials.

#AIDSWatch #HIVPersist #Advocacy
March 14, 2026 at 7:53 PM
Eyes on the Capitol 👀

Brian and Gabriella are heading to AIDSWatch next week to advocate for policies that strengthen the HIV response and support communities affected by HIV.

Proud to have them raising their voices for change. 💪❤️
Stay tuned for Capitol content!

#AIDSWatch #HIVAdvocacy
March 13, 2026 at 7:54 PM
Nancy Pelosi and Robert Garcia are among the lawmakers being recognized at AIDSUnited’s AIDSWatch conference, where HIV advocates are gathering in Washington to push back against threats to prevention, treatment, and funding.
Pelosi, Garcia Among Lawmakers Honored at AIDSWatch
AIDS United’s annual conference brings HIV advocates to Washington amid growing threats to prevention, treatment, and funding.
www.metroweekly.com
March 12, 2026 at 11:17 PM
We're excited to have Melodie KG leading this session at AIDSWatch 2026 on March 17!

Members of our Sex Worker Health & Harm Reduction Cohort (SWHHRC) will share insights from their work to develop recommendations for HIV services that center the needs and lived experience of people who trade sex.
March 12, 2026 at 8:02 PM
Are you attending AIDSWatch in DC? Want to elevate the impact of your voice? 👀

Join PWN-USA for our Storytelling for Advocacy webinar next Thursday at 6pm EST! 🔥

Learn how to tell your story authentically and strategically when talking to decision makers.

Register now: Bit.ly/policytrainings25 💖
March 6, 2026 at 8:14 PM
The HIV community is taking over Capitol Hill at #AIDSWatch, March 16–18, 2026, in Washington, D.C.! 🏛️ Join hundreds of HIV advocates and allies for the country's most prominent HIV advocacy event.

Learn more and register: bit.ly/AW26Register
March 5, 2026 at 10:03 PM
🚨 Calling all HIV advocates! Make your voice heard at #AIDSWatch, the largest HIV federal advocacy event in the country. Join AIDS United March 16-18 in Washington, D.C. to fight to end the HIV epidemic.

Register before prices increase this Monday, Feb. 23: bit.ly/AW26Register
February 21, 2026 at 8:14 PM