The mission of the DC D-CFAR is to provide scientific leadership and institutional infrastructure to promote HIV/AIDS research and to develop the next generation of HIV/AIDS investigators in Washington, DC. The goals of the DC D-CFAR include:
Provide leadership to advance HIV/AIDS research in Washington, DC.
Promote the development of junior, minority, and new HIV/AIDS investigators in Washington, DC.
Increase connectivity and collaboration among HIV/AIDS investigators in Washington, DC through funding, professional networking, and scientific leadership.