Resolution 55 of 2013

SALT LAKE CITY CORPORATION

JOINT RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING
WORLD AIDS DAY IN SALT LAKE CITY

WHEREAS, according to estimates from the Joint United Nations Program on HIV/AIDS, there are now over 35 million people throughout the world living with HIV, 2.3 million new infections occurred among adults and children in 2012 alone; and

WHEREAS, HIV is a threat to men, women and children on all continents around the world; and

WHEREAS, more people are diagnosed with HIV infection in Salt Lake Valley each year than in any other area of Utah; and

WHEREAS, the Centers for Disease Control has found HIV-related stigma to have a significant negative impact on people living with HIV; and

WHEREAS, the elimination of stigma in Utah will lead to better physical and mental health outcomes for people living with HIV, increased HIV disclosure and decreased HIV infections; and

WHEREAS, World AIDS Day was established in 1988 after a summit of health ministers from around the world called for a spirit of social tolerance and a greater exchange of information on HIV/AIDS; and

WHEREAS, World AIDS Day is observed every year on December 1 and provides an opportunity for individuals and communities to take action and help educate for HIV/AIDS prevention, treatment and care; and

WHEREAS, Salt Lake City has joined other cities around the world in an effort to increase awareness, provide education about HIV/AIDS and demonstrate compassion for those affected by HIV;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED

The Salt Lake City Mayor and the Salt Lake City Council hereby recognize December 1, 2013 as World AIDS Day in Salt Lake City and encourage all residents to unite together in the fight against HIV/AIDS and support those who are living with or have been affected by HIV/AIDS.

Passed by the City Council of Salt Lake City, Utah, this 19^th day of November, 2013.