First recognized in 1988, World AIDS Day falls on December 1 each year and it was the first ever global health day. This year’s theme is "End inequalities. End AIDS. End pandemics."

World AIDS Day brings together people from around the world to raise awareness about HIV/AIDS and demonstrate international solidarity in the face of the pandemic.

Wearing a red ribbon in your lapel is the most broadly recognized way of showing your support on World AIDS Day. Red symbolizes blood, and the pain caused by the disease, anger about global inaction to fight the epidemic, a warning to take the disease seriously, and a symbol of love, passion, and tolerance towards those affected by the disease.

Let's speak for love and fight AIDS with love!

(By Fanying)