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State Library of New South Wales

'a letter for mr howe federal minister for health', 1990–1993

From the collection of ACT UP/Sydney records, 1987–1993


These colourful, dramatic and well-designed flyers were drawing attention to what was believed to be a lack of action by the Australian Government, particularly the Minister for Health Brian Howe.

Australia's response to the HIV/AIDS epidemic is recognised as one of the best in the world in containing the infection rates and the positive way the community was engaged in a safe sex message.  Community organisations like Act Up were part of this change. 


World AIDS Day is held on 1 December each year