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In20minutes.org is a global campaign that is designed to encourage voluntary HIV testing. The campaign begins on World AIDS DAY 2013 and will be promoted during the Goree Challenge IV - Spirit of Malabo project.
The Goree Challenge is a 5,000 mile solo transatlantic row from Las Palmas, Canary Islands to New York City and will begin later this year. The Goree Challenge mission is to encourage voluntary HIV testing, increase access to antiretroviral medicine for those who need them and advocate for prevention for an AIDS-free generation.
"HIV/AIDS is continually having an effect on development in both continents. Often, Mayors are the first responders in finding services for the HIV positive population and to keep people HIV negative", Victor Mooney said.
"For a head of state to honor our request speaks volumes about this country and his Horizon 2020 development plan", said Victor Mooney on Sunday at his home in Queens.
"From Malabo to Manhattan or South Bronx to Soweto, HIV/AIDS has no borders. With renewed vigor and partnerships, it's possible to foresee an AIDS-free generation", said Mr. Mooney.
Victor Mooney of Forest Hills, New York and executive director of South African Arts International, Ltd. prays before releasing a wreath into the New York Harbor on Saturday.
Victor Mooney, AIDS activist and executive director of New York based - South African Arts International, Ltd. (SAAI) has pledged to keep the camaraderie alive; thereby, naming his Brazilian custom made ocean rowboat "The Spirit of Malabo" in a tweet earlier today.
"Remarkably, President Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo has kept a light on the fight against AIDS with an array of public outreach efforts to improve public awareness of discrimination against those with HIV/AIDS and prevention initiatives", said Victor Mooney.
During a pre-boat christening ceremony, AIDS activist Victor Mooney of Forest Hills reveals the name of his new boat before a test row from Rio de Janeiro to Sao Paulo later this month.