In This Issue
Blake Young-Fountain is one of few of Hollywood's openly gay actors. And despite being discouraged from doing so, he doesn't shy away from gay parts. Read more about this trailblazer and his role starring in his latest movie, The Skinny.
Blake Young-Fountain: Actor, Trailblazer
Blake Young-Fountain is a member of the Black Hollywood Task Force on AIDS, a group of approximately 75 celebrities who have committed to using their VIP status to fight HIV/AIDS.
SisterLove: Advocating for Women's Reproductive Rights in Atlanta and Beyond
For more than 20 years SisterLove, Inc., has shown feminine affection to Atlanta's women of color. Founded in 1989 by visionary CEO and activist Dázon Dixon Diallo, SisterLove strives to eliminate the negative impact that HIV/AIDS and other reproductive-health challenges have on women's lives.
Read more: SisterLove: Advocating for Women's Reproductive Rights in Atlanta and Beyond
Historically Black Colleges and Universities: Important Allies in the National HIV/AIDS Strategy
Universities and colleges play an important role in the nation’s response to HIV/AIDS—educating young people; preparing the next generations of health care providers, researchers, teachers, and public health professionals; conducting research that helps us improve our response; and even educating their faculty, staff and communities about HIV/AIDS.
FDA Advisory Committees to Examine a Number of HIV Issues in May
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has three important advisory committee meetings scheduled in May that may impact HIV prevention, detection, and treatment.
Read more: FDA Advisory Committees to Examine a Number of HIV Issues in May