The Red Ribbon

The Red Ribbon
The Red Ribbon is the international symbol of HIV and AIDS awareness. By wearing a Red Ribbon, you are showing your Care and Concern for those living with HIV/AIDS.

Creation
The Red Ribbon was created in New York in 1991 by the Visual AIDS Artists Caucus - a group of artists who wished to create a visual symbol to demonstrate compassion for people living with HIV/AIDS and their caregivers. The group was inspired by the yellow ribbons honoring soldiers serving in the war. The color red was chosen as it represents the color of blood, passion, anger and love.

The logo of Red Ribbon Centre
There is no "official" Red Ribbon. You can make your own to wear.
The logo of Red Ribbon Centre was designed by Mr A, a designer who unfortunately contracted HIV infection through transfusion of contaminated blood product. He modified the traditional Red Ribbon and created the logo of Red Ribbon Centre. It resembles a bird in flight, symbolizes its vitality and free will.