Red Ribbon Award

Established in 2001, the Red Ribbon Award is presented annually by CAHR for outstanding service to the cause of research in a way that has increased our understanding of the treatment and prevention of HIV/AIDS, while enhancing the quality of life of those living with this disease.

The ideal nominee should possess the following qualities:

  • commitment to the involvement of affected communities in HIV research;
  • professional and/or volunteer service over several years to the cause of research;
  • strong voice in support and/or advocacy for the role of research in HIV prevention or treatment;
  • use of evidence in HIV prevention or treatment work, activities, publications etc.;
  • contribution in promoting excellence in HIV research;
  • collaboration and cooperation with HIV research communities;
  • engagement in ongoing dialogue and knowledge exchange between HIV research communities and the broader AIDS and PLWA community;
  • current or previous residence in Canada over several years; and
  • demonstration of these criteria in a primarily Canadian setting or in Canada and internationally.

Winners

About CAHR

With a membership of more than 1,000 researchers and others interested in HIV research, the Canadian Association for HIV Research (CAHR) is the leading organization of HIV/AIDS researchers in Canada. CAHR is the organizing body for the Annual Canadian Conference on HIV/AIDS Research (CAHR Conference).

CAHR encourages Canadian researchers to be leaders in knowledge translation and to effectively respond both to the Canadian and global HIV/AIDS epidemics. Since its founding in 1991, CAHR has promoted excellence in HIV research, including mentorship and career development of investigators entering the field.

CAHR fosters collaboration and co-operation among HIV research communities, including basic, clinical and social sciences, epidemiology and public health. CAHR also engages people living with HIV/AIDS and AIDS service organizations in ongoing dialogue and information exchange to ensure that HIV/AIDS research remains responsive to the epidemic and its stakeholders.

CAHR is a registered charity.

Contact

For more information or to make a comment, please contact us:

Canadian Association for HIV Research

236 Metcalfe Street, Suite 302
Ottawa, Ontario K2P 1R3

613-747-2465