In this digital story, Erica talks about living with HIV as a transgender woman and reassures others that it is okay to be open, discuss your HIV status, and live your best life. The more educated people are about HIV, the better they are at protecting themselves and protecting others. Let's Stop HIV Together is a national HIV awareness and anti-stigma campaign produced by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). It features stories of individuals living with HIV and the people who support them. Join the conversation on Facebook at www.facebook.com/ActAgainstAIDS. Comments on this video are allowed in accordance with our comment policy: http://www.cdc.gov/SocialMedia/Tools/CommentPolicy.html This video can also be viewed at http://streaming.cdc.gov/vod.php?id=c4c3da593e1399fd4e132b1b2dda304620131122093611390