How the Black AIDS Institute continues to fill in the gaps
BAI was founded as a nonprofit in 1999 by pioneering activist Phill Wilson to mobilize and educate Black American communities about HIV/AIDS treatment and care.
July 25, 2025
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Unpacking Cuba's Impressive Gay Scene, HIV Education
Phill Wilson, the president of the Black AIDS Institute, says we can take many lessons from how Cuba treats its LGBT and HIV-positive citizens.
March 30, 2016
HIV Plus columnist LeRoy Whitfield dies
LeRoy Whitfield, a writer who focused on the battle against AIDS among African-Americans, died after living 15 years with the disease himself--while refusing to take medication for it. He was 36.
October 11, 2005
On World AIDS Day, We Must Recommit Ourselves to Eradicating Stigma
There is much work that remains to fight stigma, especially in communities of color.
December 1, 2022
Barbershop That Turned Away HIV-Positive Man Must Pay $75,000
Nikko Briteramos had his hair cut frequently at a Los Angeles barbershop until the owner learned he had HIV.
June 5, 2019
Here's What HIV Advocates Said After Their Meeting With DaBaby
Activists sat down with the rapper after he publicly slammed LGBTQ+ people and those living with HIV.
August 31, 2021
Report: DaBaby Goes Silent on HIV Organizations He Met With
The rapper met several groups after he made ignorant and derogatory comments about LGBTQ+ people, women, and people with HIV, but he has apparently not followed up.
December 2, 2021
