Observed on March 20, National Native HIV/AIDS Awareness Day honors the resilience, cultural strength, and leadership of American Indian and Alaska Native communities while bringing attention to the ongoing impact of HIV.
American Indian and Alaska Native people continue to face barriers to HIV education, testing, prevention, and treatment—often rooted in limited access to culturally responsive care and historical inequities. At the same time, community traditions, values, and knowledge offer powerful pathways for effective prevention and healing.
By supporting culturally grounded health initiatives, expanding access to testing and treatment, and centering Indigenous voices, we can reduce HIV and improve health outcomes for Native communities today and for future generations.
Caption: Today is National Native HIV/AIDS Awareness Day. We recognize the impact of HIV in American Indian and Alaska Native communities and the importance of culturally grounded, community-led approaches to prevention, testing, and care. Honoring culture is key to advancing health equity.
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