“The National AIDS Memorial, as the steward of the 10-acre National AIDS Memorial Grove and the 50,000 panels of the AIDS Memorial Quilt, has the solemn responsibility to ensure that the story of HIV/AIDS and the ongoing struggle for health and social justice are forever told. We will never forget the 700,000 lives lost here in the United States to AIDS, the survivors who fought in their honor against all forms of stigma and injustice, and the heroic activists and advocates who spark change, medical advancements, greater access to care, and one day, an eventual cure.
“It is my privilege to support the leadership of the National AIDS Memorial and its bold vision to establish a permanent home for the Quilt in San Francisco. This world-renowned institution dedicated to the story of HIV/AIDS will serve as a teaching space and bring people together for reflection, advocacy, and hope. The National AIDS Memorial is uniquely positioned to share the lessons learned from the AIDS pandemic in order to help future generations tackle the challenges and opportunities of tomorrow.”
Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi