Has easy to follow fact sections as well as plenty of resource material.  It is especially helpful for those living in the area.  They can set up support groups for you, as well as volunteer opportunities and updates on events.  The site can be read in Spanish as well.

This site has an endless amount of links that will direct you to whatever you want to know, from AIDS information in other countries to policies concerning the disease as well as connecting to others and references.  This is easy to use and everyone can find something they can relate to.

This site gives complete information on AIDS. The organization seeks to educate people about the terrible disease, and offers prevention information and resources about HIV.

This site has extensive amounts of information in it that younger children may have a hard time understanding.  It uses diagrams to demonstrate points that may be confusing.  Not only does it cover what the disease is and does in extensive detail, but it also offers fact sheets, statistics, directories,  calendar of events, and countless other resources for people who are looking to learn more.  This is a great place to start your research.

AmfAR's mission is to prevent HIV infection and the disease and death associated with it and to protect the human rights of all people threatened by the epidemic of HIV/AIDS.

This site is very teen-oriented, with links to their ads and campaigns.  You can find sites in your area to get tested as well as learn about prevention measures.  There is a toll-free number you can call to have free materials sent to your house, as well as information about a subscription so you can get their email newsletters.  It is easy to use and read, making it ideal for younger researchers.

This site lists celebrities and noted individuals who are HIV positive.

AmfAr AIDS Research Center
New York
120 Wall Street, 13th Floor
New York, NY 10005-3908
(212) 806-1600 (tel)
(212) 806-1601 (fax)
AmfAR's mission is to prevent HIV infection and the disease and death associated with it and to protect the human rights of all people threatened by the epidemic of HIV/AIDS.

Washington, DC
1828 L Street, NW, #802
Washington, DC 20036-5104
(202) 331-8600 (tel)
(202) 331-8606 (fax)
1-800-39-amfAR

Center for Disease Control
1-800-342-2437 (CDC National AIDS Hotline)
A great place to contact for HIV/AIDS resources in your area, as well as for information for yourself and others.

HIV/AIDS Hotline
1-800-235-2331
A great resource for people with questions concerning HIV/AIDS or Hepatitis.  Also a great line to call for people who need someone to talk to if they or someone they know has the disease, as well as other HIV/AIDS concerns.

Know HIV
1-866-344-KNOW
Call for answers to frequently asked questions as well as to have free materials about facts and prevention measures sent to your house.  You can also subscribe to a newsletter for further information.

Support Groups
If living in Massachusetts, contact Chris Cline at ccline@aac.org or 617-450-1501.  He is the Support Group Coordinator for the AIDS Action Committee of Massachusetts.  He will help you find a group that fits your specific needs.  (Most states have similar committees.)