I’m not really sure what to say except that it’s sickening to think that so much of the world suffers from the HIV/AIDS virus. But more sickening is the fact that humans are discriminated in places around the world because of their health. Hearing about and learning of the inhumanity of some people’s actions were just a small reminder to me today that so many people around the world are without any notion of what love and compassion is.

I followed the story of Beatrice, an orphaned child who fell victim of AIDS after taking in her older sister’s child (her sister died of AIDS as well). The audio-visual tour was one of the best I’ve personally ever walked through, and I couldn’t help but keep thinking about how impact this project and display would have on those who ventured through it. It’s one thing to just hear about someone with AIDS, and then it’s another thing to be totally immersed in their surroundings and personal struggle.

I don’t know if it’s the right word, but I enjoyed the experience (although the content was not a particularly joyful one). It definitely accomplished its goal of getting me to really think about the devastation of HIV/AIDS around the world–and especially in Africa–and the hope that these people can have through organizations like World Vision, who give support, education, and health care to those in high-risk places.

Those of you who go will be introduced to a “prayer wall” at the end of the experience. Definitely take some time to stop there and read the encouragements and prayers. It’ll lift you up, no doubt about it.

If you’re planning on going, let me know what you think about it afterwards. Take care!

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