Owning Your Identity, Owning Your Health in This is Me: Brave and Free

By Jhemarie Arca The support from the community far transcends our expectations as the Philippines’ first community-led multi-site HIV testing day happening on May 26, 2018 is just around the corner! Join us as we welcome our transgender volunteers: Disney Aguila, trans Deaf advocate, and makeup artist from Mandaluyong; and Margaux Medina, stylist from a major commercial network. The duo share their advocacy that inspires both the Deaf and transgender community. Joining the Campaign The lovely ladies both expressed their admiration for the campaign as it showcases inclusivity through all expressions and orientation. Disney pointed out that the key to every action is loving and caring for yourself first. “ The campaign is really perfect since it’s about loving yourself. And all people must be aware of HIV. ” She explained that everyone, no matter how small, can help spread the word. “ I really wanted to join today’s campaign as a volunteer and to give service to the organization .” Marg...