OneToughPirate

OneToughPirate – Bob Bowers 42-Year Survivor • Advocate • Truth-Teller • Legacy Builder Bob Bowers, aka One Tough Pirate, is a 42-year survivor of HIV/AIDS, a nationally recognized advocate, and a rebel with a righteous cause. Diagnosed in the early '80s before HIV even had a name, Bob’s journey is one of grit, grace, and fire. He’s been on the frontlines of activism, inside classrooms, across pulpits, and under streetlights—fighting stigma with truth, tattoos, and unshakable faith. Through interactive storytelling, archived press, powerful images, and personal reflections, Bob brings his mission to life on Issuu. This isn’t survival—it’s testimony. It’s the fire within. And it’s not over. “I didn’t survive to stay silent. I survived to speak—and to spark.” Welcome aboard. ??? www.onetoughpirate.com | #OneToughPirate