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2025: PrEPárate Gallery Exhibition: A Celebration of Art, Advocacy, and Community in Chicago
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CQLC NFP Presents “PrEPárate Gallery Exhibition”: A Celebration of Art, Advocacy, and Community in Chicago
Inaugural event kicks off April 11, 2025, showcasing local Latine LGBTQ+ artists and HIV prevention resources
CHICAGO, IL — On Friday, April 11, 2025, the Chicago Queer Latine Collaborative (CQLC NFP) will host the PrEPárate Gallery Exhibition at the Chicago Art Department (1926 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60608), from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM. This free event will feature art, music, and community outreach dedicated to raising awareness of HIV prevention and amplifying the voices of Chicago’s Latine LGBTQ+ communities. RSVP at bit.ly/PrEPárate
Purpose & Vision
The PrEPárate Gallery Exhibition serves as the launchpad for a series of live events under CQLC NFP’s expanding community engagement strategy. By blending creative expression with essential public health information, the event aims to:
Highlight CQLC NFP’s mission to address health disparities and uplift the Latine LGBTQ+ community.
Encourage informed dialogue on PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis), PEP (post-exposure prophylaxis), and HIV testing services.
Facilitate direct connections between attendees and community-based organizations (CBOs), sponsors, and local health resources.
Showcase the impact of community-driven campaigns like PrEPárate on improving HIV prevention outcomes citywide.
Exhibition & Activities
Art & Multimedia Displays: Original gallery pieces by Daniel Reyes, José Rosa, and Verónica Martínez; looping video installations featuring personal stories from local advocates.
Community Briefs & Resources: Bilingual (English/Spanish) pamphlets and materials explaining the research behind the PrEPárate campaign and the latest HIV prevention strategies.
Sponsor & Partner Spotlights: Learn about ongoing research collaborations and new volunteer opportunities from CQLC NFP’s partners, including the Third Coast CFAR.
Music & Networking: Curated music playlist, refreshments, and casual networking with artists, ambassadors, and local leaders.
Key Organizers & Contacts
Event Coordinator: J Saxon-Maldonado (Email: directors@cqlab.info)
Supported By
Why Attend?
Learn: Gain insights into the latest HIV prevention methods, including PrEP and PEP.
Connect: Engage with nonprofit leaders, researchers, and fellow community members.
Support: Strengthen a collective effort to amplify Latine LGBTQ+ experiences in healthcare and the arts.
For additional information, to RSVP, or for volunteer/sponsorship queries, please contact J Saxon-Maldonado at directors@cqlab.info. We look forward to uniting art and advocacy in an evening that celebrates community innovation, empowerment, and solidarity.
About CQLC NFP
CQLC NFP is a community-driven nonprofit dedicated to uplifting the Latine LGBTQ+ community in Chicago through advocacy, cultural programming, and innovative health promotion campaigns. By working alongside local artists, health professionals, and community members, CQLC NFP fosters inclusive spaces that promote education, dialogue, and positive change.
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