AIDS activism

AIDS activism refers to efforts aimed at raising awareness, promoting research, and advocating for the rights of individuals affected by HIV/AIDS. Starting in the 1980s, activists mobilized in response to the crisis, challenging stigma, discrimination, and inadequate healthcare. They worked to ensure access to treatment and prevention strategies, often pressuring governments and pharmaceutical companies for better policies. Key organizations and events, such as ACT UP, highlighted the urgency of the epidemic and the need for equitable healthcare. Today, AIDS activism continues to focus on global health issues, education, and support for marginalized communities impacted by the virus.