A year later, AIDS Warcross San Angeles will return to West Hollywood on Sunday, October 12th, 2025. APLA Healththemes of the year, nonprofits representing the city of HIV care, prevention and sexual health services; “Community is a cure.” It emphasizes the power of unity in promoting progress towards HIV/AIDS. Participants are currently open aidswalk.la.
The day will be held at West Hollywood Park. Rupaul’s drag racing Star Heidin Closet, DJ set, community booth. After the morning celebration, Walker takes him to the streets of West Hollywood, joining thousands of Angelenos on a show of solidarity and support for those affected by HIV.
“This event was born out of urgency and is similarly relevant today,” he said. Craig E. Thompson, CEO of APLA Health. “We have made incredible progress in the fight against HIV, but those progresses are directly threatened by funding cuts and political attacks. Now is the time to show that we will not silence or retreat.”
From grassroots to global influence
AIDS War Cross San Angeles began 40 years ago as a grassroots effort to raise awareness during the early HIV/AIDS epidemic. Since then, it has grown into one of the world’s largest HIV/AIDS fundraising events, consolidating its supporters, community members and allies. Over the years, the walks have almost risen 100 million dollarsfunding essential services such as HIV specialist care, sexual health programs, housing assistance, and nutrition support.
today, APLA Health serves more than 22,000 clients a year across eight locations in Los Angeles County. Last year alone, AIDS Warcross San Angeles grew it $1.16 million To support these important programs.
Advances and challenges in HIV care
Meanwhile, the following progress Preparation, PEP, and long-acting injectable prevention The challenge remains as HIV is transformed into a manageable state. Modern treatments can reduce viral load to undetectable levels and effectively eliminate the risk of transmission. However, many communities still face barriers to access to care.
“APLA Health’s mission is to ensure that progress reaches everyone, not just numbers,” Thompson said. “We provide inclusive, high quality healthcare in medically unserved communities. Events like AIDS War Cross San Angeles are important to keeping that work going.”
AIDS War Cross San Angeles 2025 promises a day of celebration, education and community action. Visit for more information and registration https://aidswalk.la.
Source: Gayety – gayety.com
