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PWN-USA @pwnusa.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Check out these photos from yesterday's @plhivcaucus.bsky.social pre-USCHA conference! #USCHA2026

plhivcaucus.bsky.social @plhivcaucus.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Our Thursday #USCHA2026 Schedule is here! Take it all in here or if you prefer to swipe on each entry, check out our Instagram carousel: tinyurl.com/HIVCuscha26 Thank you to all of our partners for standing 10 toes down people living with HIV! #HIVResist

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plhivcaucus.bsky.social @plhivcaucus.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

On our own, each of us is like an individual finger. But when we come together, we create a fist that punches through the walls of oppression. We are the HIV Caucus! Join us. Join the HIV Caucus: tinyurl.com/HIVCjoin

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plhivcaucus.bsky.social @plhivcaucus.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

Most of us didn't think we were vulnerable for HIV until we tested positive. Because most people don't walk around thinking they're doing anything that exposes them to the virus. That's why having Sexual Health Awareness is so important. Because everyone is vulnerable to HIV. And other STIs too.

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plhivcaucus.bsky.social @plhivcaucus.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

We want to ensure that everyone who is interested in applying for the HIV Caucus Steering Committee does so. If you’ve ever found yourself thinking, “I want things to be different at the HIV Caucus,” please consider applying. Please apply for the Steering Committee, here: tinyurl.com/HCscap26

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plhivcaucus.bsky.social @plhivcaucus.bsky.social · 30/08/2026

"The faith-based organizations were there before HIV treatment started. It was the only comfort that we had. And they are there now. And they will be there even when HIV/AIDS is brought to an end as a public health threat." -Dr. John Nkengasong #NFHAAD @iasociety.bsky.social

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plhivcaucus.bsky.social @plhivcaucus.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

On Southern HIV/AIDS Awareness Day, we have to ask ourselves: Why does one of the most beautiful parts of our country have the largest rates of HIV? Because of white Christian racism. If we want to contain HIV, we must first undue the ideology of medical racism. tinyurl.com/HIVCjoi

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plhivcaucus.bsky.social @plhivcaucus.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

Applications for the 2026 HIV Caucus Steering Committee are open until September 8th! Apply here: tinyurl.com/HCscap26 If you have questions about applying, this video has the answers: tinyurl.com/How2scE If you'd like to review our slides on how to apply, you can do so here: tinyurl.com/HCEsld

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plhivcaucus.bsky.social @plhivcaucus.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Let's have a quick word about "falling out of care." People living with HIV neither fail treatment nor do we fall out of care. Especially in systems that have been set up to fail us and blame them when they succeed. Join us in creating change: tinyurl.com/HCjoin1

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plhivcaucus.bsky.social @plhivcaucus.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

Election season for the HIV Caucus Steering Committee is coming up! To ensure every member of the HIV Caucus is empowered to run, the Member Engagement Committee is a hosting a "How to Apply" webinar on August 11th at 6 PM (ET). Register at: tinyurl.com/HCelec26

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plhivcaucus.bsky.social @plhivcaucus.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

Dear Robbie Kennedy, Taking money from HIV treatment and shoving it into prevention is a divide and conquer tactic. We see your machinations and we don't like them. Playing with Ryan White funding will strip people living with HIV of coverage. But you already know that.

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PWN-USA @pwnusa.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

#AIDS2026 is over, but the powerful messages we heard and moments we saw will stay with us forever. For example: Vanessa Johnson showed a young LGBTQ+ advocate from Ghana what is possible by sharing her wisdom & offering support in navigating the threat of same-sex criminalization in Ghana.

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plhivcaucus.bsky.social @plhivcaucus.bsky.social · 26/07/2026

Peter Hunt's presentation on CARD8 and TACKs (Targeted Activator of Cell Kill) show that TACK can induce death among cells w HIV & reduce the size of the HIV reservoir. (The HIV reservoir is where hidden HIV cells live in the body. It exists even when people are virally suppressed & Undetectable).

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plhivcaucus.bsky.social @plhivcaucus.bsky.social · 26/07/2026

We're live at #AIDS2026. Dr. Ronald Tamale speaks about Uganda Catholic's work providing HIV care to over 200,000 people. How do they do it? Working with the government and building trust with community. However the org is requesting increased government finance to supplement user fees.

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plhivcaucus.bsky.social @plhivcaucus.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

The HIV Caucus is presenting on every HIV-focused workshop at this year's Lavender Law Conference! The is the largest inclusion of HIV-related workshops and of The HIV Caucus in Lavender Law's history! Learn more about our Lavender Law Conference workshops at: tinyurl.com/HC26law

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plhivcaucus.bsky.social @plhivcaucus.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

Join us for Advocating and Speaking Up for ADAP! July 28 at 6 PM (EST) Register: tinyurl.com/FBadap Moderated by Michael Elizabeth and Gabriel San Emeterio. Abogando y alzando la voz por ADAP 28 de julio a las 6 p.m. (hora del Este) Moderado por Michael Elizabeth y Gabriel San Emeterio.

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plhivcaucus.bsky.social @plhivcaucus.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

#Pride Month is ending but our protest for #genderaffirmingcare is just beginning. U.S. PLHIV Caucus knows that #HIV care is gender-affirming care and has always been gender-affirming care. Join us in ensuring that everyone has access to the care that works for them. #Equity

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plhivcaucus.bsky.social @plhivcaucus.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

Time for a tough talk about MIPA: The meaningful Involvement of People Living With HIV/AIDS. It starts with asking yourself: Am I following MIPA? Or am I dictating how people living with HIV should live? And acknowledging that anything that violates MIPA doesn't belong in the HIV movement.

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plhivcaucus.bsky.social @plhivcaucus.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

People Living With HIV Must Support Each Other. On our own, each of us is like an individual finger. But when we come together: We create a fist that punches through the walls of oppression! Let's come together. Join us: tinyurl.com/HCjoin1

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plhivcaucus.bsky.social @plhivcaucus.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

June 5 is HIV Long-Term Survivors Day. It marks the 45th anniversary of the first official reporting of what would become known as the AIDS epidemic. Today, we remember those we lost & recommit to protecting the HIV programs and community-led advocacy that keep people alive. tinyurl.com/HIVcauLTS

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plhivcaucus.bsky.social @plhivcaucus.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

Maybe you can't deliver an amazing speech, but you can drive a car, or bake a chicken, or buy the chicken so that we can all eat. You don't have to be the hero. Jointhe fight to save our lives instead. This reasoning came courtesy of Tori Cooper during the Building Trans Power Conference.

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plhivcaucus.bsky.social @plhivcaucus.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

Every group needs a safe space to meet & discuss the issues that matter to them. Pathways to Success was created by Edward Lowry to honor that need for heterosexual men living with HIV. They meet on the 4th Thursday of each month, 3-5 PM (ET). To learn more, contact Eddie edwardlowry729@gmail.com

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plhivcaucus.bsky.social @plhivcaucus.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

This #MemorialDay, remember that every death from #HIV and #AIDS is connected to stigma. We have treatments for HIV, but no one has found a foolproof treatment for stigma. And yet we persist. Because it is the right thing to do & if we stop stigma, we will stop HIV.

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PWN-USA @pwnusa.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

We are excited to announce our new video podcast: PWN Amplified. In this clip, co-host Marnina Miller explains that people didn't talk about #HIV to her when she was coming of age. PWN Amplified premieres May 26th on our YouTube Channel. Subscribe and stay tuned for more!

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plhivcaucus.bsky.social @plhivcaucus.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

Here's Why National Asian and Pacific Islander HIV/AIDS Awareness Day Is So Important:

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plhivcaucus.bsky.social @plhivcaucus.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

Last year, the President began sabotaging efforts to end HIV. And new HIV rates have begun to climb again. We can change this by advocating for HIV funding, treatment, and prevention. If it isn't already on your radar, Sevens Days in June is a perfect place to start. Join us: sevendaysinjune.org

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PWN-USA @pwnusa.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

You Are More Than Your HIV Status. You are a Mother, Sister, Auntie, Wife, Homegirl, Grandmother, Girlfriend, Bestie, Friend... And so much more! Again: You are more than your diagnosis. And we adore every part of who you are. Inspired by Grissel Granados; PWN Board Chair #HIVResist #HIV

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plhivcaucus.bsky.social @plhivcaucus.bsky.social · 17/05/2026

If we got rid of Homophobia, Biphobia, Intersexism, and Transphobia there would be no HIV crisis. And we'd all be free. International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Intersexism, & Transphobia grounds us in liberation and ending HIV. #IDAHOBIT #HIVResist #Advocacy #Liberation

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plhivcaucus.bsky.social @plhivcaucus.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

HIV Caucus Member Survey Time! Due Date: June 16! If you're a member of the HIV Caucus, we want to hear from you! Did you love AIDSWatch this year? (Or hate it?) However you feel, we want to hear from you! Your voice helps set our future agenda! Make sure your voice is counted! tinyurl.com/HCm26

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plhivcaucus.bsky.social @plhivcaucus.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

Trump wants to ban transgender people with HIV from accessing housing for people living with HIV. This hurts everyone, including cisgender people living with HIV. And that is the point. They're focusing on transgender people, but they're coming for all of us. Don't let them.

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plhivcaucus.bsky.social @plhivcaucus.bsky.social · 30/04/2026

The HIV Caucus is excited to welcome Wanda Brendle-Moss & David Maurice Griffin as our new Membership Engagement Co-Chairs. Both are incredible community leaders. Please join us in welcoming David & Wanda into their new roles!

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plhivcaucus.bsky.social @plhivcaucus.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

"Insurance on paper is not the same thing as timely care." -Malcolm Reid In a searing essay, Malcolm explains that "When Delay Becomes the Diagnosis, Diagnosis Can Turn to Death." Read more at: tinyurl.com/mt5sy2nh

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plhivcaucus.bsky.social @plhivcaucus.bsky.social · 20/04/2026

We're holding a New Members Orientation tomorrow to ensure you know how to use our resources. Because we know that we're mightiest when our members are leading the way. And we need to empower you and support you as you lead. Join us tomorrow: April 21, 6 PM (ET) Register here: tinyurl.com/3s8z4n67

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plhivcaucus.bsky.social @plhivcaucus.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

Join the HIV Caucus New Member Orientation! Tuesday, April 21st 6 PM (ET) Orientación para nuevos miembros del Caucus de VIH Martes, 21 de Abril 18:00 (ET) Register here/Registrate here: tinyurl.com/3s8z4n67

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plhivcaucus.bsky.social @plhivcaucus.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

The HIV Caucus is pleased to announce that Robert Suttle Is Our New Coordinator. Robert is well known throughout the HIV movement as an award-winning leader, co-founder of SERO Project, & Chair of The Elizabeth Taylor AIDS Foundation's Council of Justice Leaders. Please join us in welcoming him!

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plhivcaucus.bsky.social @plhivcaucus.bsky.social · 08/04/2026

Be sure to join Kim Moon and Malcolm Reid at the Biomedical Summit. Kim is presenting on using social determinants of health data in HIV care. Malcolm Reid is presenting on using advocacy & technology to improve HIV care, while preserving our community's privacy. Watch the video to learn more!

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plhivcaucus.bsky.social @plhivcaucus.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

If Republicans keep cutting HIV funding, we'll die. And they don't care. Even though it will kill them too. We remember the AIDS Crisis. And we refuse to be dragged back there. You Can Help by Joining The HIV Caucus: www.hivcaucus.org/membership Together, We Will Save the World From HIV.

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plhivcaucus.bsky.social @plhivcaucus.bsky.social · 06/04/2026

Please join the U.S. PLHIV Caucus in congratulating DeKeitra Griffin, LCSW, LCDC for receiving the 2026 CRISP Award for Outstanding Social Work Student!

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plhivcaucus.bsky.social @plhivcaucus.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

The HIV Caucus Is Not Following Around About Empowering Our Transgender Family. Rather than wait the next awareness day, we're elevating the community & sharing power at the start of decision making, not after the fact. We're also combating biases & challenging transphobia — even in our own spaces.

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plhivcaucus.bsky.social @plhivcaucus.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

Our Co-Chair Michael Elizabeth speaks on the meaningful involvement of people living with HIV/AIDS at AIDSWatch 2026. It saves lives, time, and money because we create solutions that work for us. Just as crucially, including us is the right thing to do. #HIVResist #AIDSWatch

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plhivcaucus.bsky.social @plhivcaucus.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

We are proud to share that Janet Kitchen and Gabriel San Emeterio are the recipients of this year's Marco Castro-Bojorquez Leadership Awards! Please join us in celebrating them: When: Monday, March 16; 6 PM. Where: The Grand Ballroom; Renaissance Arlington Capital View @aidsunited.bsky.social

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plhivcaucus.bsky.social @plhivcaucus.bsky.social · 14/03/2026

#HIV Prevention Is.... Inspired by Malcolm Reid.

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plhivcaucus.bsky.social @plhivcaucus.bsky.social · 28/01/2026

Reminder: You can help save Florida's #HIV funding even if you don't live in the state.

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plhivcaucus.bsky.social @plhivcaucus.bsky.social · 06/01/2026

“Folks living with HIV need to spend more time talking about joy & celebrating each other. Life is hard but it’s worth living. We can’t forget that or allow anyone to take away our right to happiness & pleasure!” -Marnina Miller @plhivcaucus.bsky.social Co-Executive Director; @pwnusa.bsky.social

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plhivcaucus.bsky.social @plhivcaucus.bsky.social · 25/12/2025

We don't ask for money. We don't ask for fame, praise, or material goods. All we want for Christmas is affordable HIV meds for our people. -@plhivcaucus.bsky.social

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plhivcaucus.bsky.social @plhivcaucus.bsky.social · 24/12/2025

It's been a rough season and an even rougher year. But never forget: We LOVE our community and we love ourselves. Happy Holidays to all people living with HIV! -@plhivcaucus.bsky.social

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plhivcaucus.bsky.social @plhivcaucus.bsky.social · 16/12/2025

We're so proud of DeKeitra Griffin who sits on our Steering Committee. Thank you @iasociety.bsky.social for continuing to lift up our community and for elevating true leadership in our field!

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plhivcaucus.bsky.social @plhivcaucus.bsky.social · 15/12/2025

The @plhivcaucus.bsky.social is pleased to announce newly elected and appointed officers: Shayla Knighton-Black, MPH, Christian Felix Castro, MA, Venita Ray, JD, and Ronald Johnson. Learn more in our latest video:

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plhivcaucus.bsky.social @plhivcaucus.bsky.social · 10/12/2025

It's Human Rights Day. People living with HIV have a right to treatment, housing, & healthcare. People with HIV have a right to live free of stigma. Join the @plhivcaucus.bsky.social in creating a world where the rights of people living with HIV are guaranteed.

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plhivcaucus.bsky.social @plhivcaucus.bsky.social · 05/12/2025

Q: Why doesn't the U.S. PLHIV Caucus speak on behalf of silent community members? A: Because we respect consent and ardently follow the principle of "Nothing about us without us."

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