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From the inaugural National PrEP Day celebration to critical conversations about HIV storytelling, our Coalition and members are continuing to drive change across the U.S. 

This month's Action Report highlights the events, resources, and campaigns moving us closer to ending the epidemic. Whether you're planning your World AIDS Day observance or looking for ways to deepen your company's commitment year-round, you'll find inspiration and tools to take action.

Welcome New Members: DPE International, FOLX Health, Haven Health, Ravin Consultants

Our Members in Action

On Oct. 10, MISTR launched National PrEP Day, a bold campaign to enroll 10,000 new people on PrEP in just 10 days. MISTR hosted National PrEP Day events featuring celebrities and influencers in 15 cities across the U.S., celebrating PrEP access, sexual health equity, and community. Several cities also issued official proclamations recognizing National PrEP Day, while a bipartisan group of leaders across the country released public statements of support.

In a new blog post, Mercer’s Tracy Watts highlighted how employers can take action to help end HIV through education, awareness, and supportive benefits. The firm offers four short video infographics to help organizations educate leaders, managers, and employees on HIV testing, prevention, and stigma reduction.

VersanteAI is joining forces with The Global Trans Equity Project in Atlanta to design stigma-free, equitable health solutions for veterans and marginalized communities. The collaboration represents a shared vision to build inclusive digital pathways for those who have served and those who continue to face barriers to access.

In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, ViiV Healthcare's employee resource groups hosted a virtual panel discussion, “The Power of Allyship and Intersectionality in HIV Awareness.” This conversation served as a platform to educate, empower, and inspire actionable solutions for improving HIV outcomes in communities of color and other at-risk groups.

Our Coalition in Action

Atlanta Chapter Meeting

Through hands-on workshops at our Atlanta Chapter Meeting on Sept. 25, participants tackled local advocacy, workplace education and inclusion, public-private partnerships, and how to expand prevention and testing access.

Special thanks to Portal Innovations for hosting, and to everyone who contributed ideas and energy to move Atlanta’s efforts forward.

Houston Chapter Meeting

Houston’s latest Chapter Meeting on Sept. 30 sparked new partnerships and fresh approaches to advancing the city’s HIV response.

We are grateful to our hosts at the Hilton Garden Inn / Home2Suites and the Greater Houston LGBTQ+ Chamber of Commerce for their support, and our Houston chapter members and allies for continuing to lead with innovation and community spirit.

We are thrilled to announce that the Coalition and the Houston chapter will receive the Shelby Hodge Vision Award at the Hope for Houston Ball on Nov. 14, hosted by community partner Allies in Hope.

Los Angeles Chapter Meeting

At The Abbey in West Hollywood, our Los Angeles Chapter identified new opportunities to expand testing, prevention, advocacy, and partnerships — and rallied momentum ahead of AIDS Walk LA.

A warm thank you to our host, The Abbey and MISTR, and to all who joined us in building a stronger, more connected movement to end HIV across Los Angeles.

Hollywood & HIV: Rewriting the Narrative

On Oct. 8, Paramount Pictures and U.S. Business Action to End HIV brought together a powerful group of storytellers, creatives, and industry leaders for a conversation about the role media and entertainment can play in ending HIV in America.

Together, we explored how shifting narratives, reducing stigma, and increasing visibility and representation can drive real change. During the event, we previewed two new resources developed in partnership with GLAAD, “Tips for Authentic, Impactful HIV Storytelling and Tips for Media & Entertainment Employers.”

A special thank you to MISTR for sponsoring the event, and to Gilead Sciences and ViiV Healthcare for their additional support to make this conversation possible. We’re grateful to everyone who joined us to share their insights, energy, and passion.

Out & Equal Workplace Summit

Coalition Director Mario Harper led a panel discussion, “From Boardrooms to Break Rooms: The Role of Business in Ending HIV,” at the 2025 Out & Equal Workplace Summit in Seattle. Speakers included Will Cunningham (Match Group), Lorean Serko (Mercer), and Armando Macias (MISTR). The conversation highlighted both professional and personal insights on why this work matters and strategies to drive meaningful workplace transformation.

‍World AIDS Day Briefing for Employers

On Oct. 22, the Coalition hosted our annual World AIDS Day Briefing for Employers, bringing together workplace leaders to prepare for World AIDS Day on Dec. 1. Featured speakers included John Cunningham (National AIDS Memorial), Joel Helle (CVS Health), and Jason Panda (B Brand). 

Attendees walked away with six actionable strategies to help their companies recognize Dec. 1 with purpose and impact — plus early access to the 2025 World AIDS Day Toolkit for Employers. 

Special thanks to this year's World AIDS Day Campaign Sponsor, CVS Health.

Opportunities for Action

World AIDS Day Guide for Employers

We’re proud to share the 2025 edition of our World AIDS Day Toolkit for Employers, a free guide designed to help companies take meaningful action on HIV.

This year's toolkit includes:

💡 6 impactful ways to honor World AIDS Day at your company

⭐️ Company spotlights to inspire your own initiatives

📣 Sample social media posts and a free Zoom background

🔗 Links to trusted HIV testing and education resources

💪 Ideas to help you keep the momentum going year-round

Annual Meeting

We are excited to host the 3rd Annual U.S. Business Action to End HIV Coalition Convening this November in Washington, D.C. This year’s event will spotlight this pivotal moment in our nation’s fight to end HIV and convene leaders from business, policy, and public health to help inform the strategies that will guide the movement’s next chapter.

Attendees can expect to make meaningful connections as we celebrate our collective impact, share best practices, and chart our ambitious path forward for 2026 together. Email endhiv@healthaction.org to learn more.

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‍HIV in the News

They Fought Outbreaks Worldwide. Now They’re Fighting for New Lives. 

The Trump administration’s new global health strategy emphasizes pandemic prevention, but cuts to federal health programs have jeopardized progress towards ending HIV. Experts warn that dismantling key divisions and sidelining scientists threatens to reverse decades of gains in controlling the virus and protecting vulnerable communities. (New York Times) 

This Theater Experience Set In A Salon Tells Black Women’s HIV Stories 

An immersive theater experience in Culver City, CA, titled “Still Here,” centers on the stories of Black women living with HIV. Set in a Black hair salon, the play highlights how Black women account for roughly 50% of new HIV diagnoses among women in the U.S. yet remain largely excluded from public-health narratives. (Essence)

Thank you for your commitment and leadership. Let's keep up the momentum!

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U.S. Business Action to End HIV was founded in 2022 by the Health Action Alliance, with support from ViiV Healthcare, to mobilize a growing coalition of private sector partners committed to filling gaps and accelerating progress to help end HIV in the U.S. by 2030.

The Health Action Alliance is a unique collaboration between leading business, communications, and public health organizations to help employers navigate evolving health challenges, improve the health of workers, and engage with public health partners to build stronger, healthier communities. Founded in 2021 by the Ad Council, Business Roundtable, CDC Foundation, the de Beaumont Foundation, and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, HAA's network now includes more than 11,000 employers nationwide, reaching a quarter of U.S. workers.