The AIDS Memorial Quilt is a large-scale quilt created to honor the lives of individuals who have died from AIDS. Initiated in 1987 by activist Cleve Jones, the quilt features panels made by friends and family members, each representing a person lost to the disease. The quilt serves as a powerful visual reminder of the impact of the AIDS epidemic. Composed of over 48,000 panels, the quilt is displayed at various events to raise awareness about HIV/AIDS and to promote education and prevention. It has become a symbol of remembrance and hope, fostering community support and encouraging dialogue about the ongoing challenges faced by those affected by the disease.