The 2026 International AIDS Candlelight Memorial is commemorated by honoring the leadership, courage and resilience of people living with HIV (PLHIV) across generations with the theme “LIGHT THE LEGACY. Remember. Advance. Act.“
Marked every third Sunday of May since 1883, the International AIDS Candlelight Memorial has served as a time for people around the world to come together to honor the lives lost to AIDS and renew commitment to show support for people living with HIV all over the world.
On this International AIDS Candlelight Memorial, light a virtual candle in memory of a loved one, a friend, a colleague, or a pioneer in the fight against HIV/AIDS.
Share your International AIDS Candlelight Memorial Day 2026 plans with us! If you want your event to be visible and known, we can help to promote it. Share your plans with us via the link below – we will pin the event on the map.
Please use the hashtag #AIDSCandlelightmemorial when you post on social media, and also to tag us @gnpplus so we can reshare your posts on our handles.
Memorial Wall
Our Mentor Irene Enyonam Kpodo
You lit our path in HIV advocacy and dimmed your own light to enter eternal rest. We honour your legacy. — Richard, Fatawu, Francis, and Paul
All those who left this world while fighting HIV/AIDS but succumbed to NCDs
We remember those who survived HIV/AIDS battles yet lost to NCDs; their light, courage, and legacy forever guide our hearts.
Prudence Mabele
Always and forever in our hearts comrade!!
Tito Adelle Leyson
To my loving Uncle Adelle in heaven, thank you for teaching me to sing and care for us, when I was a little kid. I will never forget your good deeds. Love lots in Heaven.