AIDS: THE LOST VOICES
Reverend Gregory Richards was thrust into the public eye under the most harrowing circumstances when he was diagnosed with AIDS. Labelled by the tabloid press as the “AIDS Priest” and “AIDS Chaplain,” he became a target for sensationalism and vilification, particularly due to his sexuality. A dedicated prison chaplain working with young offenders, he found himself at the centre of media scrutiny.
AIDS: THE LOST VOICES
Chris Egner, was an "outgoing" gay man in his twenties, and dedicated to helping others through his faith. At a time when blood donations were in demand he answered the call twice a year, unaware he was HIV+. When his plasma was pooled with thousands of other donors to create Factor8, the British press sensationalised the situation. Claiming he unwittingly infected 40 others, leading to controversy and unjust blame.