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The Iconic Photo of Princess Diana That Changed the World’s View of AIDS
She used her notoriety to bring awareness to HIV, AIDS, and the LGBTQ Community
Princess Diana was “The People’s Princess.” She was bigger than the crown that, in her eyes, loomed in the distance like a firing squad. She didn’t care about notoriety or sitting back and letting everyone do the work for her. We learned in the end that the paparazzi were not her friends, but during her time on Earth, she was able to harness their influence to her advantage. Not to bring attention to herself, but to cast a spotlight on those who needed the world to know of their sufferings.
Diana was a true humanitarian and caring soul. She led the campaign for a worldwide ban on landmines, raised awareness of leprosy, made frequent visits to homeless shelters, and comforted children with cancer. We found out many details about her life after her tragic death, including how unhappy she was in her marriage and how she felt like an outcast amongst the royal family. However, she used her fame and influence to truly help as many people in the world as she could. One community that benefited greatly from her endeavors and overall kindness was those living with HIV and AIDS. She was able to change the world’s perception of the disease…
