We are officially in the best season of the year. This is the season that is bigger than our individual selves. It is a season of giving, grace and good times surrounded by family and friends. It is also a moment to reflect on how our community is showing up for one another in meaningful ways..


This month, we saw that spirit firsthand through events focused on health, hope and healing. From our first Health, Hope & Healing Wellness Fair to workshops and national conferences centered on equity and wellness, each gathering showed what is possible when people, partners and providers come together. We ae also beginning the month of December with a World AIDS Day celebration that everyone is invited to support. As you read through this newsletter, we hope you feel encouraged by the work happening across our community and inspired to carry the season’s generosity into the weeks ahead.


In closing, we extend our gratitude to you for your continued support and commitment to building healthier, stronger communities. Your involvement is invaluable. Connect with us through our Georgia Thrives website contact form or on our social media platforms.


The year is not over. There is still time to make Georgia Thrive in 2025!

 

DON'T MISS THIS OPPORTUNITY!


From December 1 through December 6, the community is coming together for Dear: Atlanta A Tribute to World AIDS Day, a weeklong event aimed at building an AIDS-free generation. Each day from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., everyone is invited to help create new panels for the AIDS Memorial Quilt in honor of loved ones affected by HIV AIDS. SHLI will host the workshop on December 5 in the Hugh Gloster Pavilion lobby.


Participants can volunteer onsite or contribute artwork and share messages of remembrance and hope.


This event offers a meaningful way to commemorate lives lost, support ongoing awareness and stand with communities working to build a future without AIDS. You may submit a name to be included by texting “quilt” to 404-737-1009.


To volunteer, visit: DearAtlanta.org.

Health, Hope & Healing Wellness Fair Recap


They say a picture is worth a thousand words, and a video must be worth much more. Go back with us to Saturday, Nov. 1, as we hosted our first Health, Hope & Healing Wellness Fair at Valley Healthcare in Columbus. Nearly 20 agencies attended to share information that supports better minds, bodies and spirits. Mr. Cardio got the blood pumping with his morning chair workout, and attendees took advantage of screenings and resources. Thank you to everyone who joined us and to every vendor on site. Special thanks to our sponsors, Valley Healthcare and Pillars Initiative.


CLICK ON THE GRAPHIC ABOVE TO SEE THE RECAP VIDEO.

APHA 2025


Members of the American Public Health Association (APHA) converged on the nation’s capital, November 2-5, for the APHA 2025 Annual Meeting and Expo. On November 2-3, SHLI core team members were on hand in the exhibit hall to discuss the impact of the project’s Health Equity Tracker and its growing presence as a tool that helps communities identify and address disparities in HIV treatment and care. They also shared insights from curriculum and training initiatives designed to strengthen the public health workforce.

From Conversation to Care: Case Studies in Adolescent and Adult HIV Prevention & Implementation


On Saturday, November 15, SHLI, in collaboration with the National Pharmaceutical Association (NPhA), hosted From Conversation to Care: Case Studies in Adolescent and Adult HIV Prevention & Implementation Science workshop at Morehouse School of Medicine. The event, sponsored by ViiV brought together pharmacists, students and community partners to explore evidence-based approaches that improve HIV prevention and treatment. Participants earned continuing education credits while engaging in hands-on activities, discussions and resource sharing. Food and giveaways added to the welcoming atmosphere as attendees walked away with new tools to better serve individuals affected by HIV.

Breaking the Silence: Understanding HIV, Substance Use Disorders and Recovery Summit


Held on Thursday, Nov. 20 at the Loudermilk Conference Center in Atlanta, this summit brought together healthcare professionals for a full day of learning and collaboration. Attendees explored the connections between HIV, substance use disorders (SUD) and recovery through expert panels, case studies and breakout discussions. The program focused on reducing stigma, improving care coordination and building strategies that support long-term wellness. The summit served as a reminder that meaningful progress happens when practitioners and community leaders share knowledge and work together.


The Satcher Health Leadership Institute encourages everyone to get tested and know their status. Click here (pages 37-38) to view a listing of local area testing sites (Source: NIH-funded Center for AIDS Research at Emory University). Together, we can mark another milestone in the Black community's ever-evolving history of better tomorrows and brighter futures.

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