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World AIDS Day Awareness Rally Highlights Health Rights and Solidarity
02 Dec 2024
Date: November 30, 2024
Time: 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Venue: VC Building Secretariat to Mandhana
Participants: B.Sc. 3rd Semester and GNM 2nd Year Students
Event Overview
As part of the global observance of World AIDS Day, Rama University organized a spirited awareness rally on November 30, 2024, under the theme "Take the Rights Path: My Health, My Right." This initiative, led by the Department of Adult Health Nursing, Faculty of Nursing, aimed to promote awareness about HIV/AIDS, advocate for prevention, and challenge the stigma surrounding the disease.
Inauguration and Keynote Presence
The rally was inaugurated by the Honourable Director of Rama University, Dr. Prateek Singh, alongside distinguished guests including Prof. Dr. Hari Om Sharan, Dean of Academics & Planning, Prof. Dr. Jasmi Johnson, Dean of the Faculty of Nursing, and deans from various faculties. Their presence underscored the university's commitment to fostering education and public health advocacy.
The Rally in Action
The rally began at 10:00 AM at the VC Building Secretariat, covering a 2-kilometer route to Mandhana. Over 150 participants, including students, faculty, and staff, marched with determination, proudly wearing red ribbons symbolizing solidarity with individuals living with HIV/AIDS.
The energy was electrifying as participants moved through the streets, raising awareness with slogans and banners advocating for health rights, equality, and inclusivity. Each step echoed the rally’s mission of educating communities, combating misinformation, and fostering a stigma-free society.
Significance of the Event
World AIDS Day, observed annually on December 1st, is a global initiative to remember those who have lost their lives to HIV/AIDS, support individuals living with the disease, and advocate for equitable healthcare access. This rally served as a powerful reminder of the ongoing fight against HIV/AIDS and the importance of ensuring that everyone, regardless of their circumstances, can exercise their right to health.
Impact and Acknowledgment
The rally was a resounding success, thanks to the dedication and enthusiasm of the Rama University community. By organizing such impactful events, the university reaffirms its role as a leader in public health initiatives, spreading messages of empathy, awareness, and action.
The collective efforts of the participants have illuminated the path toward a more informed, compassionate, and health-conscious society—a society that envisions a future free from HIV/AIDS as a public health threat.
