Memphis, TN – June 12, 2025 — The Reunion Project, the national alliance of HIV long-term survivors, is proud to announce its upcoming two-day peer-led town hall, “Life Beyond HIV: A Community Convening for People Living with HIV,” to be held June 27–28, 2025, at Brownlee Hall on the campus of LeMoyne-Owen College, located at 807 Walker Avenue, Memphis, TN.
This free event is open to all individuals living with and aging with HIV across the Memphis region and the state of Tennessee. Breakfast and lunch will be provided each day for those who pre-register.
Event Overview
Friday, June 27 will focus on employment and benefits for people living with HIV, produced in partnership with the National Working Positive Coalition. Attendees will learn about workplace rights, re-entry strategies, and employment resources specific to the HIV community.
Saturday, June 28 will feature a full day of facilitated discussions, presentations, and networking, addressing the specific needs of long-term survivors and older adults living with HIV. Topics will include health and wellness, stigma, resilience, and community-building.
Confirmed speakers for Saturday, June 28, include:
LáDeia Joyce McNeal, MBA, Founder, The Positive Experience,
keynote speaker, addressing the event theme, Life Beyond HIV
Dr. Marye Bernard DNP, FNP-BC, AAHIVM, Spirit Health
presenting on HIV and aging
Full speaker list to be announced soon.
Activities both days run from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. CT.
Why This Matters
“This event is more than just a meeting—it’s a chance for the community to come together, to be seen, and to be heard,” said Jeff Berry, Executive Director of The Reunion Project. “We are creating a space where long-term survivors and people aging with HIV can connect, share, and access vital information and resources. Memphis has a vibrant community, and we are honored to be here.”
Register Today
The event is free of charge, but registration is required.
Register here: https://bit.ly/trpmemphis
About The Reunion Project
Founded in 2015, The Reunion Project is the national alliance of HIV long-term survivors. The organization convenes peer-led gatherings across the country, creating spaces for community building, education, and advocacy. Its mission is to support those who have lived through the earliest years of the AIDS epidemic by addressing their evolving needs and ensuring they are never forgotten.
For more information, visit: reunionproject.net
Email: info@reunionproject.net
Media Contact:
Jeff Berry
Executive Director, The Reunion Project
jeff.berry@reunionproject.net
