AIDES, French charitable organization
AIDES is an association in France founded in 1984 that works to fight HIV and hepatitis. The organization has 72 locations across different French regions, including overseas territories, and is supported by more than 2000 volunteers who provide education and support to those in need.
The organization was founded in 1984 by Daniel Defert, motivated by personal loss when his partner Michel Foucault died from HIV. This was one of the first and largest organizations of its kind in Europe and marked the beginning of organized response to the epidemic in France.
AIDES takes its name from the French concept of aid, showing how the organization offers different forms of support to people living with HIV and hepatitis. Visitors will notice that the spaces where AIDES operates focus on engagement and activism, driven by the belief that social change happens when many people come together for health and rights.
The main office of AIDES is located in Pantin, a suburb of Paris, with contact points at 72 locations across French regions. People can reach out by phone or fax to seek help or learn more about the organization's work.
AIDES publishes a magazine called Remaides featuring stories from people living with HIV and updates about progress in fighting the disease. The organization also works internationally through Coalition Plus, partnering with other groups to improve access to testing, prevention, and medical care worldwide.
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