The MWCCS recruitment team is dedicated to enrolling individuals who are living with HIV and those at risk for HIV to participate in the study. Our primary goal is to advance scientific understanding of HIV and its associated comorbidities by engaging a diverse group of participants.
To build strong ties with the community and form meaningful partnerships, the recruitment team actively participates in local events, collaborates with community organizations, and maintains open communication channels with potential participants. This approach ensures that our recruitment efforts are inclusive, culturally sensitive, and responsive to the needs of the communities we serve.
Through these initiatives, the MWCCS recruitment team fosters trust and encourages participation, contributing to the success of the study and the advancement of HIV research.
Upcoming Recruitment Events
Sunday, February 16, 2025
Event: Gay8 House PartyLocation: Domino Park (Máximo Gómez Park), 801 SW 15th Ave, Miami, FL 33135
Description: The Gay8 House Party is an annual Hispanic street fair celebrating gay art, music, dance, food, and culture. This year's event will feature live performances by artists such as Lucy Grau, Lena Burke, and Robbie Elias, along with DJ sets by David Gutierrez and various drag performances. Attendees can also enjoy a variety of culinary offerings from local vendors.
Saturday, March 15, 2025
Event: Florida AIDS Walk & Music FestivalLocation: Fort Lauderdale Beach Park's Playground, 1100 Seabreeze Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
Description: The Florida AIDS Walk & Music Festival is an annual event dedicated to raising awareness and funds for HIV/AIDS services in Florida. The event features a 5K walk along Fort Lauderdale Beach, followed by a music festival with live performances and community engagement activities.
Saturday, April 5, 2025 / Sunday, April 6, 2025
Event: Miami Beach Pride FestivalLocation: Lummus Park, 1130 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Description: The Miami Beach Pride Festival is a free two-day event celebrating gay pride and community. Attendees can enjoy live performances from world-class DJs, musicians, celebrity entertainers, and local artists across three stages. The festival also includes interactive activations such as the “Seniors Lounge,” the “Garden of Eve” Women’s tent, and the Lawn at the Calming Pavilion, a low-sensory spatial environment for people with autism, anxiety, or disabilities.
Saturday, June 15, 2025
Event: Wilton Manors Stonewall Pride Parade & Street FestivalLocation: Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors, FL 33305
Description: The Wilton Manors Stonewall Pride Parade & Street Festival is an annual celebration honoring the gay community. The event features a vibrant parade, live entertainment, food vendors, and community engagement activities. The street festival runs from 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM, with the Glow Night Parade starting at 8:00 PM.)"