Asia Catalyst presents 'HIV/AIDS and Human Rights in China' A Panel Discussion @ the LGBT Center in NYC

Thursday July 17th, 7:30pm-9pm

In the last few weeks before the launch of the Beijing Olympics and the XVII International AIDS Conference, hear from two Chinese AIDS activists about the successes and continuing challenges people with AIDS -- and the activists who advocate for their rights -- face on the front lines of the epidemic in China.

Li Dan won the 2006 Reebok Human Rights Award and, with Asia Catalyst's support, has opened the first legal aid center for people with AIDS in China. Gao Qi is the director of China AIDS Information Network and a leading expert on treatment access in China. Joe Amon is the director of HRW's HIV/AIDS Program, and Prof. Jerome Cohen is the leading expert in the US on Chinese law. Join us for a lively discussion.

Speakers:
Li Dan, Co-Founder and Head of China Orchid AIDS Projects and Korekata AIDS Law Center
Gao Qi, Ph.D., Director, China AIDS Information Network
Joseph Amon, HIV/AIDS Program, Human Rights Watch

Moderator: Professor Jerome A. Cohen, NYU School of Law

Locale: The LGBT Center, 208 W 13th St (between 6th and 7th Aves), Room 310
Admission: Free

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