This Tuesday, BABES Network-YWCA joined our partners at WHACAN (Washington HIV/AIDS Community Action Network) for this year’s AIDS Action & Awareness Day.
BABES staff – Tonya, Brenda, and Nicole – traveled down to Olympia to advocate on behalf of Medicaid expansion, keeping WSHIP, and to preserve funding for HIV/AIDS prevention, education, and other services. We loved connecting with other HIV/AIDS advocates, hearing from legislators like Ed Murray and Jeanie Darnell, and telling our stories to State Senators and Representatives from our districts! It was a long day, but throughout, we felt energized and empowered!
Governor Jay Inslee even spoke at the event – just after BABES member Tranisha spoke, shared her story, and inspired us all to take action for people living with HIV/AIDS. We are so proud of Tranisha for her bravery and courage!
BABES in Olympia!
BABES Network-YWCA Program Manager Nicole Price speaks at AIDS Action & Awareness Day
Tranisha, a member of BABES Network, speaks at AIDS Action & Awareness Day
Governor Inslee gives Tranisha a big hug after she speaks!
Governor Jay Inslee speaks at AIDS Action & Awareness Day
HIV/AIDS Advocates from around Washington State
YWCA Health Access: Empowering Women in Health 