World AIDS Day: Celebrating Legacy, Leadership, and Love

By Cesar A Reyes

In honor of World AIDS Day, we reflect on the passion, resilience, and leadership of three remarkable individuals whose work continues to shape San Diego’s HIV/AIDS movement. Artist and activist John Keasler helps support the powerful legacy of the Dr. A. Brad Truax Awards. Meanwhile, healthcare leader CJ Tobe and community ally Karla Quezada Torres embody the spirit of service, visibility, and compassion. Their stories remind us that the fight against HIV is not just medical—it’s deeply human, driven by love, art, equity, and an unwavering commitment to uplift the voices of those most impacted. click on the pic for the full interviews

John Keasler 

Karla Quezada Torres

CJ Tobe