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World Aids Day, December 1, 2008 World Aids Day is a day to bear witness, to celebrate the progress we have made and to re-dedicate ourselves to the fight by telling our own personal stories. When experiences are shared from every corner of the globe, we remind the world of the urgency to act, and we renew our faith in the belief that one day soon we will eradicate the AIDS pandemic. I witnessed the first outbreak of the AIDS pandemic … More >

Hi Everyone! My name is Melanie Altar and I am the Reproductive Health Associate at Americans for Informed Democracy.  Americans for Informed Democracy is a Baltimore-based organization that empowers and equips young people in the United States to address global issues – poverty, health, climate change, peace and security- through awareness-raising and actions that promote just and sustainable solutions on their campuses, in their communities, and nationally.  We are thrilled to be working with Snag Films, Lisa Russell and Governess Films. … More >

Today is World AIDS Day.  Around the world, millions of people are gathering for events, rallies, fundraisers, and other activities to educate people about HIV/AIDS, to remember those we have lost to the disease and to advocate for more equitable access to resources for those who are infected and/or are in need. This World AIDS Day, in collaboration with several partners - SnagFilms, Americans for Informed Democracy and Representative Jim McDermott’s office - we are harnessing the power of technology and … More >