RESOLUTION
BY COUNCIL PRESIDENT COLLINS-BELLAMY, MAJORITY LEADER RUBBO, MAJORITY WHIP NORMAN, MINORITY LEADER BREEN, COUNCIL MEMBERS PINEDA-ISAAC, DIAZ, AND MERANTE:
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RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF YONKERS RECOGNIZING DECEMBER AS "HIV/AIDS AWARENESS MONTH" IN THE CITY OF YONKERS
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WHEREAS, December is recognized nationally and internationally as HIV/AIDS Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about HIV prevention, testing, treatment, and eliminating stigma surrounding HIV/AIDS; and
WHEREAS, World AIDS Day, observed each year on December 1, unites communities across the globe in remembrance of those lost to AIDS-related illnesses and in support of individuals living with HIV; and
WHEREAS, more than 40 million people worldwide have lost their lives to AIDS-related illnesses since the beginning of the epidemic, and millions more continue to live with HIV today; and
WHEREAS, in the United States, nearly 1.2 million individuals are living with HIV, and an estimated 13% remain unaware of their status, demonstrating the ongoing need for accessible testing and education; and
WHEREAS, significant medical advancements have transformed HIV into a manageable condition for many, yet disparities in testing, treatment, and prevention persist in underserved communities, including communities of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, and vulnerable populations; and
WHEREAS, local organizations, healthcare professionals, advocates, and community groups throughout Yonkers and Westchester County continue to provide essential resources, education, and support for individuals and families affected by HIV/AIDS; and
WHEREAS, HIV/AIDS Awareness Month and World AIDS Day together provide an essential opportunity to promote compassion, increase knowledge, reduce stigma, and strengthen prevention and support efforts within the community;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of Yonkers ...
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