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Steve Stagon, a 23-year survivor of
HIV infection, recently unveiled his plans for a World AIDS Museum and
Educational Center in Wilton Manors, Fla. At the unveiling on January 17, he
provided sample displays and an outline of the structure and purpose of the
museum. Stagon presented his arguments on the need for an AIDS museum and for
Wilton Manors as its location. He explained that the museum’s mission is “to
increase awareness and decrease the stigma of AIDS by documenting the history
of HIV/AIDS, memorializing those who have suffered from the disease, educating
people about the disease, enlightening people about the continuation and spread
of the epidemic, and empowering its survivors.” Each of the five parts of
mission would be housed in its own gallery.
Stagon acknowledged that the museum
is starting small, but he presented examples of other local organizations that
had a small beginning and have grown. His allies and supporters include
experienced local activists and he also has the support, partnership, and
funding of community leaders. At present, the museum needs a 1,000- to
2,500-square-foot location as well as volunteers and funding beyond the
contributions of the founding members.
Individuals wishing to participate
in the project can visit: http://www.WorldAIDSMuseum.com.
The Friends of AIDS Foundation is
dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for HIV positive individuals and
empowering people to make healthy choices to prevent the spread of the HIV
virus. To learn more about The Friends of AIDS Foundation, please visit: http://www.friendsofaids.org.
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