The Pacific AIDS Education & Training Center (Pacific AETC) works to expand the number and ability of healthcare professionals and organizations in the Pacific region to provide high-quality HIV-related services to increase access to healthcare and decrease health inequities. Our Regional Office provides overall leadership and program direction and oversight for the 8 Local Partner sites in the Pacific region. Pacific AETC is the longest running program of THE Collaborative, providing HIV technical assistance, training and capacity building to health care teams for over 35 years.
Visit WebsiteLearn about the AETC network’s 35 years of supporting the HIV care community below.
April 18 marks #NationalTransgenderHIVTestingDay. In 2021, a staggering 78% of new HIV cases were among Black & Hispanic/Latina trans women. Providers have the power to champion inclusive testing & care. Explore more: https://paetc.org/resources/national-transgender-hiv-testing-day-april-18-2024/ #NTHTD
Did you know? #Syphilis cases have risen by 80% since 2018. Providers, let's prioritize testing and treatment during #STIAwarenessWeek. Join us in spreading awareness and ensuring access to care. Let's #TalkTestTreat this #STIWeek. Read more here: https://paetc.org/resources/from-hiv-gov-resources-for-sti-awareness-week-april-14-20-2024/
🗓️April 10th is National Youth HIV & AIDS Awareness Day. It's not just a day—it's a call to action! Providers, let's come together to advocate for improved education, policies, and support for young people affected by HIV/AIDS. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3Wb5cVJ #NYHAAD
📢 Join us at the 2024 North Coast HIV Conference on 5/18/2024 from 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM PDT at Ukiah Valley Conference Center! Dive into vital discussions on PrEP accessibility and health equity. Limited space! Register now: https://bit.ly/3VPj1bV #HIVPrevention #HealthEquity
📢 Last call! Today is the final day to shape the future of HIV research priorities through the @NIH Office of AIDS Research survey. Don't miss out on this chance to influence the FY 2026‒2030 NIH Strategic Plan. Share your feedback here: https://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/notice-files/NOT-OD-24-060.html #HIVResearch
March 20 is National Native HIV/AIDS Awareness Day! Join us in recognizing the vital role of Native communities in raising awareness and promoting HIV prevention and treatment. #NNHAAD Learn more: https://bit.ly/NNHAAD2024
Don't miss out! Join us tomorrow for the second installment of @RJEpiOBWarrior's series addressing medical #misogynoir and obstetric racism in #HIV care. Gain valuable insights from panelists @LaDeiaJoyce, Dr. Samali Lubega, and @AJohnsonHist.
Women account for 18% of new HIV diagnoses in the U.S., but they're less likely to get screened due to misconceptions about risk. This #NWGHAAD (March 10th), let's raise awareness about #HIV risks and testing. Together, we can combat HIV. Learn more: https://paetc.org/resources/national-women-and-girls-hiv-aids-awareness-day-march-10-2024/
Healthcare is about support, not stigma. Join us and healthcare workers across the country today, February 28, for #HIVIsNotACrime Awareness Day to stand against HIV criminalization. Learn more & check out the toolkit by @TheSeroProject & @ETAForg at: https://paetc.org/resources/from-hiv-gov-hiv-is-not-a-crime-awareness-day-february-28-2024/
Help @Pacific_AETC recognize #BlackHistoryMonth2024 at tomorrow’s (Feb 22) HIV Learning Network: More than Pushing Pills: Black AIDS Activism in the Bay Area, by Antoine Johnson, PhD. Register: http://tinyurl.com/mu5mujrz
Today (Feb 7th) is National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day (#NBHAAD). In 2021, Black people represented only 13% of the U.S. population but accounted for nearly 40% of new HIV diagnoses. Visit our website to learn more: https://paetc.org/resources/national-black-hiv-aids-awareness-day-2024-upcoming-webinars/
Happy Holidays from @Pacific_AETC! W are so grateful for the colleagues who shared their expertise with our learning community, and look forward to bringing you more insightful HIV-related educational opportunities in 2024. Pacific AETC 2023 Recap: https://lnkd.in/gepsKd9H