The Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) is preparing to commemorate World AIDS Day on December 1, joining millions around the world in support of this year's theme, "Getting to Zero. Zero New HIV Infections. Zero Discrimination and Zero AIDS Related Deaths."

Through ADRA's interactive online resources, supporters of the cause are provided with ways to contribute toward the eradication of the disease, as well as educate and promote awareness to others.

The resources include a World AIDS Day Event Guide, which includes testimonies from people who are living with HIV/AIDS, important facts and information to nullify myths and stereotypes regarding HIV/AIDS, a newsletter and church bulletin insert, a pulpit announcement, and a poster that can be used to raise awareness of World AIDS Day in local churches, schools, community centers and businesses.

Supporters can also request a copy of ADRA's 2011 Really Useful Gift Catalog, which features a collection of development projects, including HIV and AIDS initiatives that individuals and institutions can support with their donations.

More than 33 million people worldwide are living with HIV. Of that number, an estimated 2.5 million are children under the age of 15.

World AIDS Day, which was first created by the World Health Organization and the United Nations General Assembly in 1988, has brought increased awareness about the disease, combating prejudices, and providing increased understanding worldwide.

ADRA is a global non-governmental organization providing sustainable community development and disaster relief without regard to political or religious association, age, gender, race or ethnicity.

For more information, visit adra.org.