“We’re out here to support everybody,” Oklahoma Atheists member Elyssa Mann said. “So many members of the LGBTQ community are atheists. We’re here to let people know that we exist.”
AIDS
OACF hosts a speakers series advocating for people living with HIV and AIDS
The Positive Heroes Series begins July 25.
Cover Story: OKC Pride reflects on 30th anniversary as it marches toward the future
“This [parade] is an important moment for Oklahoma,” Rogers said. “It is difficult for many people to do. But we’re marching not in a militant fashion, but instead in a parade, which is first of all a lot more fun, and also to say and to show that we’re people just like anyone else.”
Red Tie Night returns to OKC on March 4
The Oklahoma AIDS Care Fund event raises funds for grants to help Oklahomans infected with HIV and AIDS.
Oklahoma City Theatre Company presents Beyond the Stratosphere as a modern Christmas tale
The heavy but inspiring drama by local playwright La’Charles Purvey deals with HIV and AIDS in the black community.
OACF, 1219 Creative team up for World AIDS Day art show
Participating artists are encouraged to make a donation to Oklahoma AIDS Care Fund after the show.
AIDS Walk OKC and RED Run set for Sept. 25
The events help promote AIDS and HIV education and raise money for organizations that deal with direct care and outreach efforts.
Community organizations stand up for HIV education and prevention
A 2014 Kaiser Family Foundation report shows 1.1 million people in the United States are living with HIV.
Planned Parenthood of Central Oklahoma merges with other regional offices
Planned Parenthood’s regional merger will result in new sexual health services and a new location in Oklahoma City.
RED Rooftop party raises funds and awareness for HIV and AIDS outreach
A Moroccan-themed cocktail and dance party benefitting AIDS Walk Oklahoma City is June 2 on the roof of Cardinal Engineering.
