Dignity, Health and Justice

the Role of Faith Communities in the

Interfaith Pre-Conference and AIDS 2012

July 20-27, Washington DC
UCAN Leadership Team Meeting - 31 Jan 2012

Welcome & Introductions

Rev. Mike Schuenemeyer, Executive Director UCAN Inc. (United Church of Christ HIV & AIDS Network)

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Agenda
HIV & AIDS Overview Globally and in the U.S. AIDS 2012 Interfaith Preconference Other Events Registration, Dates & Deadlines Discussion / Q & A

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Goals
Context of the AIDS 2012
Globally US

Opportunities for people of faith

Participate in conferences and events Advocacy Logistical information: registration, dates & deadlines

Address questions and discussion

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A Few Important Facts

HIV & AIDS
Human Immuno-Deficiency Virus Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome

Global Pandemic
Worldwide 33-40 million people living with HIV U.S. 1.2 million

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A few important facts

Treatment as prevention Strategic Investment Framework UN AIDS Framework Getting to Zero
Zero new infections Zero AIDS related deaths Zero stigma and discrimination

UN High Level Meeting Funding Crisis - Global Fund, World AIDS Campaign
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July 22-27

INTERNATIONAL AIDS CONFERENCE - AIDS 2012 Turning the Tide Together

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International AIDS Conference (IAC)

Organized/Coordinated by International AIDS Society (www.iasociety.org) Occurs every 2 years Brings the various sectors of AIDS response together to share the science as well as the art of effectively addressing the HIV epidemic.

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International AIDS Conference

Global event - 20,000+
Scientists Government Leaders, including UN agencies Corporations, e.g., pharma Funders, e.g., Gates, Clinton, AmFar Community/Civil Society Leaders (including faith) Activists People Living with HIV, including Networks of Key Affected Populations
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International AIDS Conference

The IAC is coming to the U.S. for the 1st time since 1990 (San Francisco) Obama Administration lifted the HIV-related travel restrictions and that opened the door

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Faith at IAC
Since AIDS 2004, the Ecumenical Advocacy Alliance has coordinated and served as a hub for faith
Interfaith Pre-Conference Exhibits, Networking Zone Chaplains Program, Interfaith Prayer Room, Worship Sessions within the Main Conference Advocacy, Meetings/Dialogues, Briefings, Caucusing

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PERNESSA SEELE
CEO, The Balm in Gilead
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July 20-21

INTERFAITH PRE-CONFERENCE
Taking Action for Dignity, Health and Justice
www.iacfaith.net
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2012 Interfaith Pre-Conference

500-700+ Participants Networking Reception-Thursday, evening July 19 Friday morning Saturday afternoon Worship, Plenaries and Workshops Networking, Caucusing Interfaith Service at National Cathedral, July 21
Names Project launch of the AIDS Quilt display

www.iacfaith.net
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2012 Interfaith Pre-Conference

3 Moderated Workshop/Panel Sessions Dignity, Health and Justice
Youth Prevention Human Rights, Advocacy and Public Policies Care and Support Treatment Vulnerable Groups Gender relations, marriage and gender-based vi0lence Migration www.iacfaith.net
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A few logistics
Pre-Conference www.iacfaith.net
Registration - $200-250 (includes some meals) Accommodations Dorms ($25/night, limited, stay through main conference), also book hotel through AIDS 2012 The registration and the call for workshop proposals will be issued soon

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A few logistics
A separate registration is required for the Interfaith PreConference Pre-Conference registration and the call for workshop proposals will launch any day. You may submit ideas for keynote speakers and plenary panel speakers to Pernessa or Mike.
Please provide relevant bio and contact information and a long with a brief note of recommendation for theme area/s.

www.iacFAITH.org
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Faith Rally & Public Witness

US National Faith in Action HIV & AIDS Coalition 3.30 PM, Sunday, July 22 Mount Vernon Place Methodist Church www.faithinactioncoalition.org (site to launch soon)

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Other events
Mobilization for HIV & AIDS Economic Justice and Human Rights Tuesday, July 24 www.countdowntoaids2012.org Gospel service/concert at the DC Metropolitan Community Church date TBD

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Opportunities
Advocacy
Significance of presence Creating Safe Spaces Sexuality Education Human Rights

Faith Voice for Equality, Justice and Human Rights

Faith Press Team Need for writers, photo-journalists and PR assistance

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AIDS 2012-Main Conference Dates & Deadlines

February 15 deadline for submissions, Main Conference and Global Village (Scholarships, Abstracts, Workshops, Program) February 23 last day for AIDS 2012 Early Registration March 14 Hub applications open April 1 Volunteer applications open

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Q & A and Discussion

www.iacFAITH.net www.AIDS2012.org www.balmingilead.org www.faithinactioncoalition.org (site to launch soon) www.countdowntoaids2012.org

Rev. Mike Schuenemeyer UCAN Inc. (UCC HIV & AIDS Network) schuenem@ucc.org 216-736-2284

Pernessa Seele The Balm in Gilead pernessas@aol.com 804-644-2256

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Thank You!
Dignity, Health and Justice
the Role of Faith Communities in the

Interfaith Pre-Conference and AIDS 2012

July 20-27, Washington DC
UCAN Leadership Team Meeting - 31 Jan 2012