WORLD is happy to report that beloved activist and superstar Nilda Rodriguez is steadily recovering from injuries sustained in a serious automobile accident several months ago. This recovery process, is not over, however, and we would like to support Nilda as much as possible. If you would like to visit Nilda or send her a personal message, call us at …
WORLD Is Ready For 2016
Earlier this month was World AIDS Day; today, WORLD would like to acknowledge the long-fought battle against HIV and AIDS that so many have waged during the past decades. We want to celebrate all of you that take part in this effort everyday. We have lost many beautiful souls over the years to this epidemic. Their efforts and strengths form …
World AIDS Day: A Personal Perspective
A message from WORLD Executive Director Cynthia Carey-Grant: I am My Brother’s Keeper I am My Brother’s Keeper This World AIDS Day, I want to commemorate the life of my younger brother Garrith, whom I lost to AIDS related complications, by challenging some divisive societal stereotypes and myths about HIV in the black community. It is the love for my …
16th Annual Transgender Day of Remembrance
Today, WORLD joins the nation in commemorating the 16th annual Transgender Day of Remembrance. We can begin by saying the names of those whose deaths have been recorded this year in the United States: Papi Edwards Lamia Beard Ty Underwood Yazmin Vash Payne Taja Gabrielle De Jesus Penny Proud Kristina Gomez Reinwald, Keyshia Blige London Chanel Mercedes Williamson India Clarke …
Update: Nilda Rodriguez’ Recovery
As we mentioned several weeks ago, beloved WORLD activist Nilda Rodriguez was hospitalized as a result of a serious automobile accident. We are happy to report that she is getting better. Although this is great news, we can assist in her recovery by making visits to see her as well as contributing financially to help cover medical expenses. Nilda is …
WORLD’s Office Is Moving!
Effective starting December 1, 2015, the WORLD office will be in a new location. We’re looking forward to seeing you there once we move! OUR NEW ADDRESS: 389 30th Street, Oakland, CA 94612 Until we move, you can still reach us here: Address: 449 15th Street, Oakland, CA 94612 Phone: (510) 986-0340 …