Ruth Coker Burks

Ruth Coker Burks is an inspirational author and AIDS awareness advocate, renowned for her compassionate work during the height of the AIDS crisis in the 1980s and 1990s. Born in Arkansas, she courageously devoted herself to caring for over a thousand patients shunned by society. Her memoir, "All The Young Men," chronicles these powerful experiences, intertwining her fearless activism with deeply personal stories of love, loss, and resilience. Burks’ dedication to human dignity and tireless advocacy continue to influence public perception and policy, making her a vital voice in the ongoing fight for equality and care in the LGBTQ+ community.