A Message from RHAC's Executive Director
This year, Regional HIV/AIDS Connection (RHAC) celebrates 40 years of serving our community. In 1985, a small group of activists came together as the “AIDS Committee of London.” Their courage and compassion grew RHAC into an organization that, today,serves six counties and strengthens local responses to HIV, hepatitis C, and some of the most complex health issues in our community.
It's been my pleasure to serve RHAC’s mission for more than a decade. During that time, our agency has evolved and expanded to ensure our response to the HIV epidemic is comprehensive, high-quality, and culturally relevant. While moving our mission forward, we also honour our achievements and progress, the hardships and human losses, and every person who has contributed to our history and future.
The celebration of our 40th anniversary comes at a turbulent time. Around the world, funding cuts and program closures threaten the global response to HIV. But even in the face of these challenges, we remain confident in our ability to meet community needs because of you: Our donors, friends, partners, and volunteers. Your support not only makes our programs and services possible—it makes our community a safer and more welcoming place for the people we serve.
Martin McIntosh
Executive Director, Regional HIV/AIDS Connection