World AIDS Day is celebrated around the world on December 1st and has become one of the most recognized international health days and a key opportunity to raise awareness, commemorate those who have passed on, and celebrate victories, such as increased access to treatment and prevention services.

UNAIDS took the lead on campaigning for World AIDS Day from its creation until 2004. From 2004 onwards the World AIDS Campaign’s Global Steering Committee began selecting a theme for World AIDS Day in consultation with civil society, organisations, and government agencies involved in the AIDS response.  Visit the website below to learn about this year’s theme, the history of HIV/AIDS, and the UNAIDS strategy.