Join us for a screening of We Were Here, an award-winning documentary that chronicles the experiences of gay and lesbian community members in San Francisco during the rise of the AIDS epidemic. Through the moving firsthand stories of five individuals, the film captures a time of unprecedented joy, community, heartbreak, and resilience as the city became the epicenter of a crisis that would forever change countless lives.
This screening is presented in partnership with The Center: 7 Rivers LGBTQ Connection and the UWL Pride Center as part of World AIDS Day, observed annually on December 1 to honor those who have died from HIV/AIDS, support those living with HIV, and raise awareness about the ongoing impact of the epidemic. Immediately following the film, attendees are invited to stay for a panel discussion featuring local LGBTQ+ community members who lived through the height of the AIDS crisis and will share their personal experiences, reflections, and perspectives on this pivotal moment in history.