Javier Munoz, a New York City native and recipient of the ADAPT program, emphasizes the critical importance of HIV treatment access. He states, "This is life and death, period," highlighting that for those living with HIV, access to daily medication is essential for survival. Munoz stresses that without proper HIV funding, many cannot afford necessary medications and services, equating the denial of treatment access to "murder." This underscores the urgent need for continued support and funding