Peter Staley

American AIDS activist Peter Staley

Peter Staley (born January 9, 1961) is an American HIV/AIDS LGBT rights activist. He is best known for his work with the AIDS Coalition to Unleash Power (ACT UP) and for his role in the documentary film How to Survive a Plague.

Early Life and Education[edit | edit source]

Peter Staley was born in Sacremento, California. He grew up in Berwyn, Pennsylvania, and attended Oberlin College in Ohio. After graduating, he moved to New York City to work as a bond trader for J.P. Morgan & Co..

Activism[edit | edit source]

ACT UP[edit | edit source]

Staley joined ACT UP in 1987, shortly after being diagnosed with HIV. He quickly became a prominent member of the organization, known for his strategic thinking and media savvy. Staley was instrumental in organizing several high-profile protests, including the Wall Street protest in 1987 and the FDA protest in 1988.

Treatment Action Group[edit | edit source]

In 1991, Staley co-founded the Treatment Action Group (TAG), an independent AIDS research and policy think tank. TAG has been influential in accelerating the development of antiretroviral drugs and advocating for better treatment options for people living with HIV/AIDS.

Public Speaking and Advocacy[edit | edit source]

Staley has been a vocal advocate for HIV/AIDS awareness and LGBT rights. He has spoken at numerous conferences and events, and has been featured in various media outlets. His work has been recognized with several awards, including the Lambda Literary Award for his contributions to LGBT literature.

How to Survive a Plague[edit | edit source]

Staley is one of the main subjects of the 2012 documentary film How to Survive a Plague, which chronicles the early years of the AIDS epidemic and the efforts of activists to combat the disease. The film was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature.

Personal Life[edit | edit source]

Staley continues to be active in the fight against HIV/AIDS and remains a prominent figure in the LGBT community. He resides in New York City.

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