The AIDS Network would like to acknowledge and thank the following individuals and groups for their hard work knitting red scarves for this year’s Red Scarf Campaign. Job well done!
Red Scarf Knitters
Melinda, Mickey, Nancy, Sharon M, Sharon R, Toni, Wendy,
Yvonne, and members of St. Paul’s United Church in Dundas,
Grand River Grannies, Students from Wilfred Laurier University
(Brantford), Bronte Grandmothers, Milton Public Library
volunteers, and Shelly S. (Alberta)
This unique awareness event began in London, Ontario and has been held successfully in many communities in Canada. The concept is simple; create an interactive public awareness art installation that also gives back to the community.
Leading up to AIDS Awareness Week (November 24-December 1), volunteers knit red scarves. To kick-off AIDS Awareness Week, interactive public awareness art installations are set up with hundreds of red scarves lining the streets. The scarves are free and are taken by community members. The scarves represent the red ribbon which is the international symbol of HIV/AIDS awareness. Not only do the scarves help raise awareness about HIV/AIDS, but they also share the warmth for those who may be in need.
Although there have been remarkable medical advancements to improve the health of people living with HIV, there is no cure or vaccine to prevent HIV infection. Stigma and myths about HIV continue to impact the incidence of the virus as well as the lives of people living with HIV.
For any questions, contact Dennis Boyd – Community Engagement Coordinator at cec@aidsnetwork.ca or by phone at 905-528-0854 ext 234
