World AIDS Day 2009

 In celebration of World AIDS Day on December 1, a group of HIV/AIDS  activists are putting together a photo shoot and inviting others to show their passion for the cause by wearing the AIDS Red Ribbon on their semi-nude or nude bodies.

The red ribbon is an international symbol of AIDS awareness to demonstrate care and concern about HIV and AIDS. Photography by Garvin Yao. Body Paint by Marie Tan

  

Photo shoot date: November 8, 2009 — Sunday.

Visit this website for upcoming details as well as other information on HIV/AIDS.

For inquiries, please call or text 0917-886-4862.

It’s 38 days before World AIDS Day, do you know…

 

  

The story behind the Red Ribbon? 

 

 The red ribbon was created by the Visual AIDS Artists Caucus in 1991. The group met to develop a symbol that would invoke compassion for individuals living with HIV/AIDS and their fight aganst the epidemic. At the time, yellow ribbons were being worn to honor the American soldiers who were serving in the Gulf war. This image sparked the imagination of the artists involved and moved them to create a similar symbol for HIV/AIDS.

 

How the AIDS Awareness Ribbon is Worn Today?

The final product was the red AIDS awareness ribbon that is still used today. The color red was chosen because it invoked the idea of blood and passion. The project officially launched during the 1991 Tony Awards. Prior to the show, presenters and nominees were all asked to wear the ribbon, and a number of celebrities chose to participate. During the Tony Awards, British actor Jeremy Irons became the first person to be seen on television wearing the red AIDS awareness ribbon.

Today, the red ribbon remains a symbol of support for those living with HIV. Around the world, the ribbon is

 

used by individuals seeking to raise awareness for the AIDS pandemic. The ribbon is often associated with the December 1 commemoration of World AIDS Day, since red ribbons are often distributed on this date; however, year round display of the ribbon is highly encouraged.