To kick off Pride this year, we are joining the Seven Days in June campaign – a national call to elevate health as a governing priority. Last year, Congress passed $1 trillion in healthcare cuts with the most severe human and economic impact happening later this year. The Trump administration’s proposed Fiscal Year 2027 budget would dismantle our public health systems and social safety net, increase the number of new HIV diagnoses and homelessness, and devastate our communities.     

We refuse to let power, bigotry, and hatred reverse decades of progress. Our voices are stronger together, and now is the time to fight back. Throughout June, join events and workshops hosted by local organizations.  

AFC is proud to partner with the Morten Group for the June 5th Candlelight Vigil at the Chicago AIDS Garden next to the Keith Haring statue.   

Check out the events and RSVP below:  

Monday, June 1:  

  • What: Queer Health Resource Discussion: Scout Bratt, Chicago Women’s Health Center’s Executive Director for a discussion on queer-inclusive, gender-expansive health care. This workshop will explore how to identify affirming care providers and steps for self-advocacy in the health care setting. Bring your questions and experiences to this collaborative conversation!  

Tuesday, June 2:  

  • What: Black Women’s Voices: Our Bodies, Ourselves, an evening of health, healing, and hope, featuring an incredible lineup of storytellers sharing their truth. Jacqueline Boyd, CEO of The Care Plan, will provide context on the state of women’s health and what we can do to make our voices heard about Black women’s health needs. Presented by Morten Group, LLC.  

Wednesday, June 3: 

Thursday, June 4:  

  • What: Community Town Hall & Celebration hosted by Vivant Health + TPAN: Join community members, advocates, public health professionals, elected officials, etc. to reflect, share, and stand up for healthcare. Enjoy live music, food, networking, and raffle. AFC’s Sr. Director of Policy & Advocacy Timothy Jackson will be participating on the panel.  

Friday, June 5:  

Saturday, June 6: 

  • What: Gay Games Chicago ~ 20-Year Reunion! Revisit great memories and celebrate our 20-year reunion. This event will pay tribute to Gay Games Founder & Olympian, Dr. Tom Waddell and so many who lost their lives to HIV/AIDS and other issues over the years.   

Wednesday, June 10: 

  • What: Panel Discussion after performance of Brokeback Mountain: Marking the 45th anniversary of the first known case of what became HIV/AIDS, the panel will be moderated by journalist and community leader Tracy Baim, co-founder of Windy City Times and executive director of Press Forward Chicago. Panelists will be HIV/AIDS advocate Jeff Berry, executive director and co-founder of The Reunion Project; Keith R. Green, executive director of the Chicago Black Gay Men’s Caucus; and Kim L. Hunt, executive director of Pride Action Tank, a project of AIDS Foundation Chicago, where she also serves as the vice president of special projects and innovation. 

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