HIV is a widespread issue in Riverside and San Bernardino counties. In 2018, there were 9,020 individuals living with HIV in Riverside County alone. Many people living with HIV don’t receive adequate access to mental health services or care. People living with HIV are also largely stigmatized. As Future Physician Leaders, we strive to spread awareness about the mental health struggles people living with HIV face. We also hope to reduce the mental health burdens of HIV-positive people have by reducing the stigma against them. Join us on our mission and take our pledge here!