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World AIDS Day 2012: "Getting to zero"

Ben Cartwright - SDGLN Staff Writer
November 30th, 2012

SAN DIEGO -- As communities around the globe prepare to mark World AIDS Day on Saturday, Dec. 1, the World Health Organization (WHO) is continuing its focus on the number zero.

With this year’s theme being “Getting to Zero,” the international organization hopes to see a day when there are zero new HIV infections, zero discrimination, and zero AIDS related deaths.

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RGOD2: The spiritual journey begins in exile

The Rev. Canon Albert Ogle - SDGLN Contributor
October 26th, 2012

(Editor's note: SDGLN is protecting the identity of Peter, which is not his real name. He says he is concerned about his family and colleagues in Ethiopia, and his future fighting for LGBT human rights in his native land.)

Peter speaks very quietly and it is sometimes difficult to understand his English. It is hard to believe that Ethiopian authorities see this 27-year-old man as a threat to their national security, but he is the leading gay activist in this largely Christian society.

Marginalized populations call for revised approach to global HIV epidemic

SDGLN Staff
July 17th, 2012

WASHINGTON – As HIV rates continue to climb among marginalized groups around the world, the major global networks of gay men, people who use drugs, sex workers, transgender people and people living with HIV have put forth a series of joint recommendations for a more effective global AIDS response.

The recommendations were released today in a set of principles titled “The Robert Carr Doctrine,” named for the well-respected international AIDS activist who died one year ago.

Secretary Hillary Clinton marks International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia

SDGLN Staff
May 17th, 2011

WASHINGTON – All around the world today, millions of people are somberly observing the seventh International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia (IDAHO).

In Washington, Secretary of State Hillary Clinton spoke out against crimes against LGBT people worldwide. Here is her statement:

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COMMENTARY: The quiet genocide – a call for religious conscience and action

The Rev. Canon Albert J. Ogle, President of the St. Paul’s Foundation for International Reconciliation
May 9th, 2011

Editor’s note: The San Diego-based St. Paul’s Foundation for International Reconciliation is having a fundraiser at Diversionary Theatre on Saturday, May 14, to help support the international fight for HIV prevention and care as well as global human rights. The evening begins with a cupcake and champagne reception at 6:30 pm, followed by a performance of the world premiere of “Dooley” at 8 p.m. Call (619) 220-0097 or visit HERE.