Raising awareness and understanding: HIVstory at Dudley Library
An exhibition created by the National HIV Story Trust is running at Dudley Library until Wednesday, 13 August.
Aimed at raising awareness and understanding of the history of HIV and AIDS in the UK, the pop-up display includes interviews with some of the many people affected by the AIDS pandemic of the 1980s and 1990s.
“We have teamed up with The London Archives to preserve over 100 interviews that we have recorded over the years,” said James King, HIVstory manager.
“A selection of these interviews are featured in the exhibition, which has been been made possible thanks to funding by The National Lottery Heritage Fund.
“The project is a voice for the people who didn’t survive, a chance to honour those who did, and an education for those who live so freely today.”
Operating under the Better brand, GLL is the not-for-profit social enterprise that runs Dudley Libraries on behalf of the council.
“We believe our libraries have an important part to play in sharing stories that have contributed to the way we evolve as human beings,” said Stephanie Rhoden, GLL Partnership Manager.
“The AIDS pandemic had a major impact on UK society, and this exhibition is a powerful, evocative reminder of what happened and how it changed lives.”
Dudley Library is open Mondays to Saturdays inclusive. For more information visit better.org.uk/library/dudley/dudley-library and hivstory.org.uk
