Oakland CA, - On December 1, 2024, The International Awareness & Involvement (IA&I) Committees of Berkeley Bay Area, Oakland East Bay and Hayward Tri-City Chapters of Delta Sigma Theta Inc. proudly hosted a successful World AIDS Day event, bringing together community members, healthcare professionals, and advocates to raise awareness and support the fight against HIV/AIDS.
The event opened with Councilmember Treva Reid, sharing data and legislation that has passed to address the safety, health and well-being of Black women in state of California. Attendees were able to learn directly for expert guest speakers, including Shimere Harrington from ViiV Healthcare, Barbara Green-Ajufo, an Epidemiologist from
UCSF Center for AIDS Prevention Studies (CAPS), and Dot Theodore, Director of the HIV Care Program Division of CDC and Prevention, for Alameda County. The speakers provided valuable insights into the current state of HIV/AIDS, advancements in treatment, and the importance of prevention and support.
The outcome of this day is more than what we could have hoped for, and we are deeply grateful for the participation of our distinguished speakers and the support of our sponsors,” said Don-Neva Johnson and Tracy Diop, IA&I Committee Chairs for Berkeley Bay Area and Hayward Tri-City.
Their contributions helped us create an informative and empowering event for our community.” said Dr. Natalie Wilson Associate Professor of UCSF and IA&I Committee Chair and event organizer.
The event was made possible by the generous support of sponsors ViiV healthcare, Gilead Sciences, and Good Health WINs. Attendees received gift bags and had the opportunity to engage with educational tables from Gilead, participate in a Q&A session with speakers lead by OEB Chapter Dr. Natalie Wilson from UCSF School of Nursing and Committee Chair.
Delta Sigma Theta Incorporated is an organization of college educated women committed to the development of its members and public service with a primary focus on the Black Communities. We are dedicated to empowering our communities through education, advocacy, and support around the world.