December 1–30
Learn. Listen. Stand together.
Planned educational posts, supporter messages and introductions to the mission. Sharing HIV status is never a condition of participating.
Dallas, Texas · A community taking shape
Every life.
Every story.
Out loud.
Whole-person support for people affected by HIV. Rooted in dignity. Built through connection. Moving toward possibility, together.
Discover our mission →Partner with us
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Inspire & embraceEducate & equipSupport & empower
Our purpose
Support that sees
the whole person.
Living Out Loud is an emerging Dallas organization supporting and empowering individuals, particularly those affected by HIV, through education, advocacy, meaningful community connection and pathways to greater stability and opportunity.
A diagnosis is only one part of a person's life. Our vision brings connection, practical support and opportunities to grow into the same conversation—with compassion at every step.
We are preparing for operations beginning January 1, 2027. Program availability will depend on confirmed resources and partnerships.
Our programs
Connection today.
Possibility for tomorrow.
Discover our community, education and support initiatives. Each has its own story—and a way to get involved.
Explore our programs →
Care in action
Small acts.
Shared possibility.
A welcoming conversation. A warm coat. A connection to support. We are building opportunities for neighbors and partners to turn compassion into practical care.
Find your way to help →December 2026
31 days.
One shared purpose.
Education. Encouragement. Voices standing together to help end HIV stigma. Our December campaign leads into Living Out Loud's official public launch.
December 31
Living Out Loud launches.
A founder message and a celebration of the people and purpose behind LOL. Celebration details will be announced when confirmed.
January 1, 2027
The work begins.
Our operating start marks the next step in building programs, partnerships and lasting community relationships.
A shared milestone: Founder Ivory J. Simmons's Embracing the Journey (that makes you YOU) releases December 31, 2026, alongside LOL's public launch.
Our founder
A personal purpose.
A community vision.
Ivory J. Simmons
Founder & CEO
Dignity, compassion and the belief that people deserve support for the whole of their lives.
Ivory is building Living Out Loud to bring education, community and practical pathways to support together. The mission centers the people we serve—and the possibilities ahead.
Read about our Founder & CEO →A few things to know
Are services available now?
LOL is preparing for its January 2027 operating start. Individual program dates, eligibility and availability will be shared as arrangements are confirmed. The housing initiative is not currently operating.
Do I need to disclose my HIV status to support LOL?
No. You can stand with our mission without sharing personal health information. Please do not send medical records or sensitive health details through general email.
How can an organization partner with LOL?
We welcome conversations about program sponsorship, professional expertise, education and community partnerships. Contact our founder to explore a fit.
Make connection possible
Stand with
Living Out Loud.
Interested in volunteering, supporting a program or building a partnership? Let's start a conversation.
Connect with Ivory →ivory.simmons@livingoutloud.global
Please keep personal medical information out of general inquiries.