Join Seattle Black Pride in taking a stand against shame, stigma, homophobia, and denial in order to prevent HIV in OUR local Black Community.

The time for change within OUR community is NOW!
HIV in Seattle A CALL FOR LEADERSHIP NOW!

HIV FACTS for the United States

• 68% of all women infected with HIV are Black.
• Infection rates in Black gay men are 10 times higher than in other populations.
• African-Americans represent HALF of all new infections.

At this event, you will:

• Learn what you can do to stop HIV.
• Take a stand against Shame, Stigma, Homophobia & Denial.
• Join local and state officials, community members and leaders to discuss strategies and concrete steps to stop HIV and promote health in our community.
• Come hear about our mission and goals as we begin to make a concerted and collaborative effort to prevent the spread of HIV in the African American community.

Keynote: Dr. Maxine Hayes MD, M.PH. State Health Officer

For more information, contact: Quinten Welch, 206-205-8671, quinten.welch@metrokc.gov or Beverly Sims, 206-205-6124, beverly.sims@metrokc.gov.

BLC Black Leadership Council on HIV