Philadelphia, PA – Due to their broad reach and heavy influence, faith-based organizations have played critical roles in HIV/AIDS awareness and prevention efforts. The inclusion of churches and other religious organizations in discussions about HIV/AIDS can create a discourse that is free of judgment and associated stigma that encourages people to know their status. This [...]
Read moreChi Red Pump Rockers! It’s that time of year again! The AIDS Foundation of Chicago is hosting their Annual AIDS Run & Walk, Saturday, October 2, 2010. There are over 22,000 reported cases of HIV/AIDS in Chicago. Of the 22,000, 4,866 are women. 76% of these women are black, 13% are Hispanic, 9% are white, [...]
Read moreOn July, 15, 2010, “Ultimate Red Pump Rocker,” Rae Lewis-Thornton will host “An Evening with Rae: A Meet, Greet, & Tweet” at Encore Liquid Lounge, 171 West Randolph, Chicago, Illinois, from 6:00pm – 9:00pm. This is the first event hosted by the Emmy Award winning AIDS Activist. Dubbed “A Social Media Event, For A Socially [...]
Read moreOur ambassadors around the country have been “Rocking the Red” in their area. Here are other official Red Pump events going on this month: Rock the RED: Youth Skate JamJune 24, 2010, 6:00pm – 10:00pmStarlight Roller Rink8830 E. W.T. Harris BoulevardCharlotte, North Carolina Break out your skates and join The Red Pump Project on June [...]
Read moreHey folks! Summertime in Chicago is officially kicking off next week, with Memorial Day weekend. There’s a lot going on. A couple of organizations are having events, and have chosen The Red Pump Project to be beneficiaries of a portion of funds raised. 5 events happening in the next week in the Chicagoland area will be benefitting [...]
Read moreDining Out For Life® is an annual fundraising event involving participation of volunteers, sponsors and restaurants from all over. In exchange for their support, restaurants are listed in a city wide marketing campaign in an effort to increase customer traffic and proceeds benefit the AIDSCare foundation. Join the Ladies Of The Red Pump Project in [...]
Read moreThe Red Pump Project turned one on March 10, 2010. What started as a small idea between friends with similar interests has turned into a movement. Karyn and I’s passion for social justice and love of shoes brought forth the idea of The Red Pump Project a year ago. To commemorate this occasion as well [...]
Read moreIn CHICAGO, IL – You’re cordially invited to the The Red Pump Project‘s inaugural fashion show: Rock the RED: Bold. Fashion. Awareness. The show will be held on March 25, 2010, in commemoration of annual National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day. Rock the RED will also be a celebration of the first anniversary of [...]
Read moreThe Red Pump Project is turning ONE. And it’s National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Day! You’re cordially invited to the The Red Pump Project’s inaugural fashion show: Rock the RED: Bold. Fashion. Awareness. The show will be held on March 25, 2010, in commemoration of annual National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day. Rock the [...]
Read more“People have moved on. The AIDS community has moved on and the Black community is in denial.” On February 11th, I had the immense pleasure of hearing Emmy Award Winning HIV activist Rae Lewis-Thornton speak at the University of Illinois at Chicago. Encouraging an honest dialogue about the disease, Rae discussed everything from denial and [...]
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