"If we're up to working together—to putting in the work—the movement that saved my life can save America’s too."
—Cleve Jones
LGBTQ and Labor activist; author of When We Rise: My Life in the Movement
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About Cleve
Cleve Jones is an activist, lecturer, and author of When We Rise. Mentored by pioneer LGBT activist Harvey Milk, Cleve co-founded the San Francisco AIDS Foundation in 1983 and founded The NAMES Project AIDS Memorial Quilt, one of the world’s largest community arts project. See what Cleve is up to today as an organizer for the hospitality workers’ union, UNITE HERE.
Take Cleve’s audio tour of the Castro
In San Francisco? Follow in Cleve’s footsteps with Detour. You’ll hear his memories of the LGBTQ community’s shared history as you walk through the Castro’s best and least known mementos, its secret stairs and storied struggles. Use our link for a free tour!