We will be joined by a number of community partners, including HealthPlus Amerigroup, Planned Parenthood, and Tantalizing Productions, Inc., who will offer hand outs and more information on sexual health and wellness.
Free admission and bar (donations suggested)
Location: 2nd floor North Wing
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Public and Community Engagement Programs at The Bronx Museum of the Arts are made possible by the Institute of Museum and Library Services, Mertz Gilmore Foundation, and The New York Community Trust. Beer has been provided by Bronx Brewery.
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Artful Health is a series of programs presented by the Bronx Museum focused on an array of health issues of extreme relevance to the Bronx community. Considering the prevalence of health conditions such as asthma, obesity, diabetes, sexually transmitted infections, and mental illness in the borough, we hope to providing safe, engaging, and dynamic public spaces for South Bronx residents to learn more about these issues, gain access to health resources, and share their experiences through diverse art forms to which they may not otherwise have access.
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Kia LaBeija (AKA Kia Michelle Benbow) is a multi-disciplinary artist working in photography, performance and installation. A member of the Iconic House of LaBeija, Kia’s work explores the intersections of fantasy, nightlife, community, politics and fine art. As an activist and founding member of the GrenAIDS Collective, her work is focused on HIV/AIDS awareness -specifically in relation to youth- by educating and creating space for new conversations.
About Visual Aids
Visual AIDS utilizes art to fight AIDS by provoking dialogue, supporting HIV+ artists, and preserving a legacy, because AIDS is not over. Fully committed to HIV prevention and AIDS awareness, Visual AIDS enables public dialogue and scholarship around AIDS and contemporary art with exhibitions, public events and publications.
About BronxWork’s Sexual Health Promotion Through Youth Leadership Program
The South Bronx has some of the highest rates of HIV, STIs, and teen pregnancy in NYC. In an ongoing effort to lower these numbers, BronxWorks Sexual Health Youth Leaders provide sexual education to our Bronx peers and connect them with local resources.
