In the quiet of the night, shadows loom,
A silent battle within, a hidden gloom,
Whispers of fear, and echoes of pain,
Lives forever changed, never the same again.

Hearts heavy with secrets, stories untold,
Dreams of a future that can’t unfold,
Strength found in the darkest of days,
Hope and love, the guiding rays.

Faces masked with smiles, but eyes reveal,
The struggle within, the courage to heal,
Hands reaching out, seeking embrace,
In each other, we find solace, a safe space.

Together we stand, not alone in this fight,
A community bound by love, shining bright,
With every step forward, a beacon of light,
We honor the lives touched by AIDS, day and night.