Advocates’ Corner

Advocacy has played an incredible role in the fight against HIV/AIDS, especially early in the epidemic. Public attention and eventual allocation of resources to address the growing pandemic was due in large part to community advocacy. This history of activism lives on today—and this section of the website is dedicated to helping people discover how they can be more involved in HIV prevention research advocacy and education.
 
In this section you will find information on upcoming events of note, suggestions for ways that you can voice your opinion, and opportunities to increase your knowledge of HIV prevention research through various publications and membership in the Advocates’ Network.

Announcing the 2010 Omololu Falobi Award for Excellence in HIV Prevention Research Community Advocacy

The Omololu Falobi Award is intended to honor individuals who have shown leadership and commitment to HIV prevention research advocacy and to recognize the work of advocates who have inspired others in their commitment to HIV prevention. This award recognizes the visionary leadership of Omololu Falobi, an incredible HIV/AIDS activist whose contribution to HIV prevention, treatment, advocacy and journalism will not soon be forgotten, despite his passing in 2006. His work continues to inspire many people and projects.

This award is given every two years—the 2010 winners will be announced at the conclusion of Microbicides 2010. For details on the nomination and selection process, please visit the 2010 Omololu Falobi Award page.