World AIDS Day
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- https://worldaidsday.org/
Learn about World AIDS Day and find out how employers can support the campaign in the workplace, raise awareness and reduce stigma for people living with HIV.
The value of supporting World AIDS Day at work
World AIDS Day takes place on 1 December each year. The day aims to raise awareness of HIV and AIDS and support those who are affected by it.
Supporting the campaign can help workplaces support employees, increase awareness and tackle stigma.
By demonstrating you are an inclusive workplace, you can:
- Increase employee engagement
- Improve staff retention
- Enhance company reputation.
Ways to support World AIDS Day at work
Wear the Red Ribbon
The Red Ribbon is the universal symbol of awareness and support for people living with HIV.
Share information about the Red Ribbon with employees through communication channels and encourage them to wear a ribbon or something red on the day.
The National AIDS Trust send out a pack of 100 fabric Red Ribbons free to anybody fundraising for National AIDS Trust in the UK. Find out more on the National AIDS Trust website.
Raise awareness
The National AIDS Trust have posters and social media posts you can use to raise awareness in your workplace.
They also have a ready-made HIV presentation that you could use in an awareness-raising session at work.
Share information and encourage conversations
Increase knowledge about HIV and AIDS in your workplace by sharing information and resources.
Encouraging employees to have open conversations can also help to break down stigma around HIV and AIDS.
To find out more about HIV and AIDS, visit:
Find out more
To find out how your workplace can get support World AIDS Day, visit the World AIDS Day website.
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