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Stevie Barron published Vandals Deface The Wall Las Memorias AIDS Monument in TWLM in the News 2025-02-20 09:34:55 -0800
Vandals Deface The Wall Las Memorias AIDS Monument
TWLM’s Richard Zaldivar says the nonprofit is committed to restoring the AIDS monument and providing Los Angeles with HIV services.
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Stevie Barron published The Wall Las Memorias AIDS Monument Defacement and Damaged in TWLM in the News 2025-01-15 09:26:30 -0800
The Wall Las Memorias AIDS Monument Defacement and Damaged
Each week, our dedicated staff inspects the monument, ensuring it remains clean and free of trash or graffiti. Unfortunately, we are no strangers to instances of graffiti defacement, but our team has consistently done an incredible job restoring the monument to its original state.
On Monday, January 13th, a client visiting the monument noticed that one of the memorial wall panels had been destroyed and immediately notified The Wall Las Memorias office.
This act of destruction deeply saddens us, as the monument stands as a sacred tribute to those lost to AIDS complications. It is particularly disheartening to witness such harm inflicted upon our community’s memorial during a time when all of Los Angeles County is facing immense challenges.
A police report has been filed, and we are committed to repairing the damage. We will ensure the names affected by this act are restored with the dignity they deserve. Despite this setback, we remain steadfast in our mission to honor those we have lost and to preserve this space of remembrance and reflection for our community.
We have reached out to District Council Member Jurado to request her support in enhancing security measures at Lincoln Park.
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Stevie Barron published After 20 Years of the AIDS Monument: The Work Continues Forward in TWLM in the News 2024-12-03 09:24:58 -0800
After 20 Years of the AIDS Monument: The Work Continues Forward
As the AIDS epidemic continues to impact communities across the country, The Wall Las Memorias’ AIDS Monument is an anchor for the work of the organization by addressing stigma, shame and health prevention to under-served communities. [Read More...]
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Stevie Barron published For over 30 years, The Wall Las Memorias has served the Latino and LGBTQ+ communities in TWLM in the News 2024-10-28 12:48:42 -0700
For over 30 years, The Wall Las Memorias has served the Latino and LGBTQ+ communities
LOS ANGELES, Calif. (KABC) -- October is LGBTQ+ History Month, and we are shining a spotlight on "The Wall Las Memorias Project."
The Lincoln Park memorial in the Lincoln Heights neighborhood of Los Angeles was the first publicly funded AIDS monument in the nation. [Read More...]
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Stevie Barron published Salud! a las Grandes Memorias in NOCHE DE LAS MEMORIAS 2024-09-24 16:18:21 -0700
Sunday, December 1st, 2024
World AIDS Day
2PM - 7PMNoche de Las Memorias streaming LIVE
4:30 PM - 7:00 PM PST
Music & Health Community Festival, Celebrating 20 years of The Wall Las Memorias AIDS Monument and Noche de las Memorias.
¡SALUD! a Las Grandes Memorias will feature a FREE Music & Health Fair with main-stage performances, including Emcee and musical artists, dancing, poetry readings, and speeches from community activists.
Health Booths will offer essential services such as mental health support, HIV testing, PrEP, substance use disorder resources, women’s health services, cancer screenings, and vaccinations.
The afternoon continues with our annual Noche de las Memorias, the largest AIDS awareness event in Los Angeles. This free memorial event will include the etching of new names on our Monument in honor and recognition of those who have died due to AIDS. The event will feature Aztec dancers, virtual & live global speakers, community prayer, family testimonials, a candlelight vigil, a youth choir, and a sing-along. We will also unveil our new Virtual AIDS Monument and close the evening with a commemorative fireworks display.
The Wall Las Memorias AIDS Monument
Lincoln Park
3600 N Mission Rd, Los Angeles, CA 90031
Event Sponsored By
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The Wall Las Memorias (TWLM) is partnering with BIGO LIVE to celebrate Pride Month! Join us for a special 1-hour live event on BIGO LIVE's Pride 365. Engage in a meaningful conversation with Eddie and Lester, two incredible TWLM team members. They'll be ready to answer your questions on topics such as Pride, HIV prevention, substance use prevention, mental health awareness, and much more. Don't miss out! Sunday, June 23, 2024 @ 12PM
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Stevie Barron published The LAPD Celebrates Pride Month in TWLM in the News 2024-06-06 10:41:58 -0700
The LAPD Celebrates Pride Month
The LAPD Celebrates Pride Month - Richard Zaldivar was selected as one of the influential members of the community. [Watch More]
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Stevie Barron published San Gabriel could dissolve its social justice-focused commission despite backlash in TWLM in the News 2024-04-22 09:58:53 -0700
San Gabriel could dissolve its social justice-focused commission despite backlash
Less than four years after it was created in the wake of social justice protests sparked by the police killing of George Floyd, the city of San Gabriel will consider disbanding its Human Equity, Access and Relations Commission at their Tuesday, April 16 meeting, despite outcry from residents and activist organizations. [Read More]
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Stevie Barron published Equity commission eliminated in the city of San Gabriel in TWLM in the News 2024-04-22 09:31:30 -0700
Equity commission eliminated in the city of San Gabriel
Latina Vice Mayor Denise Menchaca promoted the end of HEAR; She receives boos from the LGBTQ community and is criticized for spreading a message of non-inclusion, hatred and rejection. By a 3-2 vote, the San Gabriel City Council rescinded the Commission on Equity, Access and Human Relations (HEAR), four years after its creation, with members of the LGBTQ community blaming Latina Vice Mayor Denise Menchaca , of being the promoter of the dissolution and of spreading “hatred” and assured that they will do everything possible “so that she does not occupy a position in the municipal government again.” [Read More]
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Stevie Barron published MacKenzie Scott's Yield Giving Foundation Honors The Wall Las Memorias with a $1 Million Grant in TWLM in the News 2024-04-09 11:47:25 -0700
MacKenzie Scott's Yield Giving Foundation Honors The Wall Las Memorias with a $1 Million Grant
We are grateful, humbled, and joyous by this accolade and the national recognition by the Yield Giving Foundation. The grant is a testament to the important and necessary work of the organization, the dedication of our staff, our board members, and our beloved community. It will allow us to deepen our impact and increase our reach to help even more community members for years to come. Thank you MacKenzie Scott, Yield Giving, and Lever for Change for this great recognition.
Richard Zaldivar
Founder and Executive Director
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Stevie Barron published Mural unveiling brings Mayor Bass to Boyle Heights in TWLM in the News 2024-02-26 09:29:41 -0800
Mural unveiling brings Mayor Bass to Boyle Heights
The Eastside is well known for its many murals, many of which hold cultural significance for its residents, both past and present. Falling in line, a new work titled “Our Boyle Heights” on 1st Street reflects the mission, vision, and values of the local nonprofit it covers. [Read More]
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Stevie Barron published Noche de Las Memorias – The Wall Las Memorias AIDS Monument in TWLM in the News 2024-01-02 15:36:48 -0800
Noche de Las Memorias – The Wall Las Memorias AIDS Monument
The first report of AIDS appeared in the Center for Disease Control’s weekly public health digest in June of 1981 on CNN. Today, it is estimated that 39 million people are living with HIV and 1.2 million live in the United States. According to local data, in Los Angeles County, there were over 50,000 individuals living with HIV in 2022. [ Read More ]
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SoCal Catholics React
LGBTQIA+ Catholics in Southern California are welcoming the announcement from the Vatican on Monday that Pope Francis has given his approval to priests to bless same-sex unions.
Why it matters: Richard Zaldivar, executive director-founder of The Wall Las Memorias, a Los Angeles-based LGBTQ+-Latino community organization, called Francis’ approval a “Christmas gift.” [ Read More ]
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Stevie Barron published A night of remembrance on the Eastside in TWLM in the News 2024-01-02 15:31:09 -0800
A night of remembrance on the Eastside
World AIDS Day, December 1, 1993. That’s the day The Wall Las Memorias Project was founded by Richard L. Zaldivar, who still leads the organization as its Executive Director three decades later. It was also the organization’s first “Noche de Memorias”, a night of mourning dedicated to raising awareness of the AIDS epidemic and remembering the lives of those who have passed from the disease over the years. [ READ MORE ]
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Stevie Barron published lgbtq Angelenos celebrate Vatican's Ok of same-sex couples in TWLM in the News 2023-12-20 12:20:29 -0800
LGBTQ+ Angelenos celebrate Vatican's Ok of same-sex couples
The Vatican’s surprise announcement Monday that authorized the blessing of same-sex couples — while still upholding the church’s ban on gay marriage — was celebrated by many queer Catholics and their allies as a significant win for inclusivity, though one more of philosophy than practice. [ Read More ]
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EVENT AT CAPACITY - NO MORE TICKETS AVAILABLE
Join us for an afternoon of connection, healing, and power. Enjoy a delicious lunch and exciting entertainment as we come together to address issues impacting gay, bisexual, trans, and questioning Latino men in Los Angeles.
Steering Committee
Eddie Bañuelos, Michael Barajas, Ernesto Cornejo, Jorge Diaz, Kevin Estrada, Bernardo Gomez, Joaquin Gutierrez, Jesus Leija, Carlos Moreno, Jose Navarro, Guilmar Perdomo, Garrett Terrones, Luis Vasquez, and Richard Zaldivar.
Location
➢ Must be 18+ to attend. Space is limited, all guests must register prior to the event
➢ Free self-parking is available.
➢ Dress Code: Casual
➢ Food & Beverages
➢ RSVP RequiredREGISTRATION CLOSED
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Stevie Barron published 30th Annual Noche de Las Memorias in NOCHE DE LAS MEMORIAS 2023-08-23 11:03:01 -0700
30th Annual Noche de Las Memorias
We invite you to join us on Friday, December 1st at 6:30 PM for the 30th Annual Noche de Las Memorias.
Noche de Las Memorias is our signature World AIDS Day community event dedicated to remembering the lives and memories of those we have lost to the AIDS epidemic. Please stay turned for updated information on this years event.
Name submissions are open until November 17th, 2023. If you would still like to have the name of a loved one who has passed from AIDS engraved into the monument wall, please submit their name here. [ Click Here ]
Special Guests
More information to come.
Performances by
Nexahualtcoyotl Danza Azteca
Mariachi Cris Reza and the ServidoresLocation
Registration
Registration opens at 6:30 PM
Program starts at 7:00 PM
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Stevie Barron published A Place at the Table to Shape Cancer Research in TWLM in the News 2023-07-18 11:15:46 -0700
A Place at the Table to Shape Cancer Research
When Richard Zaldivar founded The Wall Las Memorias Project, his goal was not simply to build a wall to honor those who died of AIDS and offer a place of solace and remembrance to their loved ones. He also built, through his organization, a groundbreaking community health and wellness resource and inspired public conversation about a disease that makes people scared and uncomfortable. [ Read More ]
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Stevie Barron published Nonprofit urges LA City Council to end motion reallocating $500,000 in funds from organization in TWLM in the News 2023-07-06 12:44:08 -0700
Nonprofit urges LA City Council to end motion reallocating $500,000 in funds from organization
A nonprofit organization that serves some of the most vulnerable communities in Los Angeles is facing a major loss in funding from the city. On Wednesday, about 30 members of the nonprofit The Wall Las Memorias Project and advocates attended the Los Angeles City Council meeting. [Read More]
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