What: The Aging Positively — Reunion Project 6th annual HIV conference is a collaboration between the HIV+ Aging Research Project—Palm Springs and other nonprofit community partners. It will be a virtual conference consisting of a mix of facilitated discussions, panels, and presentations led by key researchers, advocates, and long-term survivors of HIV/AIDS.
When: The 6th Annual Aging Positively — Reunion Project virtual conference will be held 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sept. 18, 2021.
Where: Attendees can attend the conference from the digital device of their choice. In-person elements may be announced later.
How: Registration is free and open on Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hiv-aging- ... 2082616469
Topics and speakers:
Keynote speaker: Andy Bell from Erasure
“Honoring Our Experience” with Gregg Cassin
“KeeLee Meditation” with Dr. Daniel Lee, from the University of California, San Diego’s Owen Clinic
“HIV & The Media”: Karl Schmid is the entertainment reporter for ABC7 LA. He recently revealed his HIV status and has been an advocate for U=U as well as breaking down HIV stigma.
HIV research update panel:
Borrego Health: Valerio Iovino, i-Care
DAP Health: Dr. Tulika Singh
Eisenhower Health: Dr. Ken Lichtenstein
Palmtree: Dr. Carlos Martinez
HIV+ Aging Research Project-Palm Springs (HARP-PS): Jeff Taylor
Caregiving with Perry Wiggins from The Center, end-of-life doula Alex Snell, and Richard Bass from PALS (Planning Ahead for LGBTQ Seniors)
“Let’s Kick ASS”: Brian DeVries speaks about sustaining and making new friendships late in life
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Schedule:
Opening/welcome (5min) 9:05
Honoring our Experience (30 min) 9:10
Meditation (30 min) 9:40
HIV & The Media (30min) 10:10
Research update (45min) 10:40
Caregiving (45 min) 11:25
Friendship (45min) 12:10
Keynote Speaker 1:00(9pm UK time)
Wrap-up 2pm
