Michael Bach

I'm so happy to be part of a project that is going to generate funds for The Trevor Project. On December 2 ( ), a portion of the sale of Yvie Oddly's biography, All About Yvie: Into the Oddity (that I happen to be the co-author of) will be donated to The Trevor Project and will help save LGBTQ+ youth's lives every day! Don't forget to get your copy.

https://www.thetrevorproject.org/blog/into-the-oddity-yvie-oddly-on-art-activism-and-owning-your-weird/

HIV is still a serious health issue, and we cannot afford to treat it like it’s a thing of the past. People living with HIV deserve equal access to life-saving medication, healthcare, and insurance coverage, just like anyone else. Unfortunately, stigma and systemic barriers continue to prevent many from receiving the care they need.

In the fight against HIV, it’s not just about treatment—it’s about ensuring that everyone has access to prevention methods and that those living with the virus are not treated as if they are less worthy of care. We need to break the harmful stigmas around HIV, educate people on the realities of living with it, and push for policies that make healthcare more accessible and affordable for all.

Currently, many face challenges when it comes to getting the medications and treatments they need, and this has a direct impact on their health outcomes. Everyone deserves the right to live without fear of discrimination or the emotional and physical burden of navigating an unjust healthcare system.

We can’t wait for the world to change on its own—we have to push for it. Access to HIV medication, treatment, and prevention methods should be a universal right. Together, let’s stand up against stigma, support those living with HIV, and make sure that care is available to all, regardless of background or status.

Let’s keep fighting to create a future where HIV is no longer a source of shame, but a community where everyone has the support they need to live their healthiest life.

Tomorrow is International Day of Persons with Disabilities. It’s a day to acknowledge the lived experiences of individuals with disabilities and reflect on how we can better support them—not just today, but every day.

Disability is not something to be fixed, and it’s not about charity—it’s about equity. It’s about understanding that everyone has different experiences, and those differences should be respected, valued, and supported.

Rather than focusing on what people with disabilities can’t do, let’s think about what they can do when they have the right support. Today is a reminder that everyone deserves equal opportunities, respect, and dignity, regardless of their physical abilities.

This isn’t just a day to be mindful of accessibility—it’s a chance to reaffirm our commitment to inclusion.