Black August is more than a month — it is a living tradition of remembrance, resistance, and radical love. Join Toward Pride and the MBS Spiritual Wellness Partners as we gather to honor the legacy of Black freedom fighters, celebrate the richness of Black culture, and recommit ourselves to the ongoing struggle for justice and liberation.

This commemoration will bring together community, creativity, and conscience — featuring live performances and art from local Chicago artists:

🎤 David L. Martin

🎤 Ms. Philly

Expect an afternoon rooted in:

✊🏾 Black Resistance — honoring the history and spirit of those who fought and continue to fight for our freedom

🍽️ Black Food — nourishing our bodies with the flavors of our culture

🎨 Black Culture — celebrating the artistry, joy, and brilliance of our communities

This is a free community event open to all. Come as you are. Bring your neighbors, your elders, and your youth. Let us remember together and rise together.

RSVP Here: blackaugust.eventbrite.com 

For more information, contact: general@towardpride.org 

Faith plays a major role in the lives of many Americans. Unfortunately for many Americans living with HIV, faith communities can turn from a place of refuge to a source of stigma and turmoil.

In recognition of National Faith HIV/AIDS Awareness Day, AIDS Foundation Chicago (AFC) and Toward Pride are proud to present this virtual conversation to unite spiritual resolve with public health goals in our efforts to end the HIV epidemic. This webinar invites faith leaders and communities impacted by HIV to take active steps toward education, compassion, and prevention. Together, we can heal hearts and end HIV stigma—with faith leading the way.

The webinar will be held on Wednesday, August 26, 2026, from 5:30 pm-6:30 p.m. CST. Interested participants must register to receive access to the webinar. Sessions will be highly interactive, with time for audience Q&A and will be recorded.

This webinar is designed for people living with and vulnerable to HIV, faith leaders, advocates, and members of the community. For more information about the webinar, please contact AFC’s Senior Director of Policy and Advocacy Timothy Jackson via email at tjackson@aidschicago.org.