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Founded in New York in 1990 by a coalition of Latino leaders responding to the AIDS epidemic, the Commission has grown into a local, regional, national network working across health challenges. Its work has consistently centered culturally and linguistically appropriate care, advocacy, community organizing and safe, affirming spaces for Latino LGBTQIA+ communities, including transgender people.
“Los Angeles has always been an important part of the story of the Latino Commission on AIDS, and our community partners here have helped demonstrate what is possible when a transformative vision is matched by local partnerships and leadership,” said Guillermo Chacon, President of the Latino Commission on AIDS. “Our impact is strengthened by the expertise, trust and commitment of partners on the ground in Los Angeles and communities across the nation. This gathering is an opportunity to honor that partnership and invest in supporting the community network of people and organizations that will carry this collaborative work forward.”
The Commission’s national impact includes the creation of National Latino AIDS Awareness Day (NLAAD) in 2003 with Hispanic Federation. Observed annually on October 15, NLAAD has become a national mobilization around HIV testing, prevention, treatment and the fight against stigma. The September 16 reception is being supported by MISTR, Adelante, and Southwest Airlines, and represents an opportunity for Los Angelenos to celebrate the Commission’s legacy while shaping its future and meaningful engagement.
As Hispanic Heritage Month begins and National Latino AIDS Awareness Day approaches, the Commission continues to call for culturally competent care, free of stigma, discrimination and the resources communities need to thrive. To learn about sponsorship opportunities, make a donation, RSVP to attend, and enter for a chance to win a Southwest Airlines roundtrip ticket, please visit our GiveSmart event page: https://LAcomm.givesmart.com.
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