The general public is being invited to join members of the St. Maarten AIDS Foundation, The HIV/AIDS Programme Management Team, H.O.P.E, and caring people in St. Maarten and around the world in honoring those we have lost to AIDS and supporting those who are living with HIV or AIDS.
The theme of this year's International AIDS Candlelight Memorial is "Many Lights for Human Rights," symbolizing the importance of each person deserving fair and equal treatment.
According to the HIV/AIDS Program Manager, Suzette Moses-Burton, "This year's theme carries a great deal of significance as we continue to mainstream HIV/AIDS and make it part of daily life so we can reduce stigma & discrimination."
The evening's programme, a cultural manifestation, includes a candle lighting ceremony and artistic performances by many local talents. Addresses by special invited guests are also scheduled on the programme.
A key special feature is that members of the H.O.P.E, the support group for People Living with HIV/AIDS, are actively involved in leading the planning of this event.
For further information about the event, or to volunteer to help organize or staff the event, please call the HIV/AIDS Programme Management Team, tel 542-2078.
