World AIDS Day Memorial
SUN
1
Dec
Join us on Sunday 1st December for our annual World AIDS Day Memorial. Doors open at 1:30pm for a 2:30pm start. There's no need to register - simply arrive at the allotted time.
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This year's theme is Remember and Commit.
Together, we'll acknowledge the legacy of Fairfield Hospital, a cornerstone in Melbourne’s early HIV/AIDS response. We'll honour those who have died whilst reflecting on Fairfield’s pivotal role in providing compassionate care and groundbreaking medical interventions during the height of the epidemic.
We'll look to the future of HIV care at the newly established Fairfield Centre at The Alfred Hospital, symbolising ongoing commitment to world-class HIV support and treatment. Along with Luke Gallagher as our MC,
Key speakers include:
- Former Fairfield Hospital Nurse, Judy Frecker
- Fairfield patient, David Menadue
- Nurse Manager of the new Fairfield Centre, Kirsty Owen
Performances by:
- Celebrated Australian singer and actress, Debra Byrne, performing Warm Blanket of Love
- Acclaimed pianist, David Cheshire
- Australia's longest-running LGBTIQ+ choir, the Melbourne Gay and Lesbian Chorus
Attendees will be reminded that HIV Still Matters and will be encouraged to continue supporting the fight against HIV-related stigma and advocating for care and equality in the community. The event is a collaborative effort undertaken by Thorne Harbour Health, Living Positive Victoria, the AIDS Memorial Quilt Project, and Positive Women Victoria.
Please note this event will not be livestreamed, but we will have a recording for anyone who can't attend.