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AIDS activists

 Subject
Subject Source: Fast

Found in 3 Collections and/or Records:

Gil Robison papers

 Collection
Identifier: Q168
Abstract

The Gil Robison papers, 1973-2011, consist of publications, legislative materials, pamphlets, handbooks and other materials relating to Gay life and AIDS in Atlanta. Gil Robison was a Gay Rights activist and political leader from Atlanta, Georgia.

Dates: 1973-2011

LGBTQ Institute's Jim Allen papers

 Collection
Identifier: Q149
Abstract

The LGBTQ Institute's Jim Allen papers, 1956-2016 (bulk 1989-1993), includes articles, clippings, correspondence, flyers, petitions, and protest ephemera and photographs of the many protests ACT UP organized in Atlanta. The materials relate to the many challenges posed to people with HIV during the height of the AIDS crisis.

Dates: 1956-2016; Majority of material found within 1989 - 1993

Uri Vaknin papers

 Collection
Identifier: Q194
Scope and Contents of the Papers

The Uri Vaknin papers, 1985-1995, consist of textiles, artifacts, publications, papers, photographs and slides relating to donor's AIDS activism. The bulk of the manuscript materials are related to Vaknin's work on the AIDS Cure Art Project which eventually was titled The Electric Blanket AIDS Projection Project. In addition, the papers contain 13 t-shirts, assorted artifacts, and a large artwork.

Dates: 1985-1995