AUSTIN, Texas — The Austin Area HIV Planning Council (HIVPC) is holding a town hall meeting to receive feedback from the community and develop strategies to improve access to resources.

“This town hall is an excellent opportunity to meet face-to-face and share your experiences and needs with city staff to help improve access to care,” said Austin Public Health, Health Equity and Community Engagement Assistant Director Laura G. La Fuente. “We encourage anyone who has been impacted by HIV/AIDS to attend the town hall and have their voice heard.”

The town hall meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, July 17, 2024, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the City of Austin Permitting and Development Center building (6310 Wilhelmina Delco Dr, RM 1406, Austin, TX 78752). 

The meeting can also be joined virtually.

Organizers of the town hall will look to: 

• Raise awareness about the unique challenges that communities face regarding HIV/AIDS prevention, testing, treatment, and care.

• Create a platform for people living with HIV to share their experiences and advocate for their needs.

• Develop strategies to improve access to healthcare, support services, and resources for communities most impacted by HIV/AIDS.

To register for this event, please click the following link: https://bit.ly/TownHallHIVPC 

If you have any questions or concerns or would like to give feedback at this event, please email HIVPlanningCouncil@austintexas.gov.

Parking for this event will be validated for all attendees. Food will be available.