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Join us for a community collaboration with Nebraska AIDS Project with the screening of what has been described by some critics as a “gay Thelma & Louise,” followed by an important discussion!
The Living End, directed by Gregg Araki, follows two men living with HIV as they outrun the law. This deeply human comedy-drama shows the complexity of dealing with a crisis at a time when little to no hope was on the horizon. Visit with NAP Staff before the film and after, join them for a dialogue about the past, present, and future of living with HIV and learn about Nebraska AIDS Project services.
About the Moderator
Andres Di Bernardo is an Omaha writer who doubles as a Prevention and Outreach Specialist at Nebraska AIDS Project. They use various mediums, such as film, prose, and poetry, to highlight social injustices with the goal of strengthening community bonds.
About the Panelists
Tommy Young-Dennis, born in Omaha, Nebraska, is a gay Black man, LGBTQ+ advocate, HIV activist, and educator. After being diagnosed with HIV+ in 2010, Young-Dennis turned his devastation into action. Tommy has been awarded the Young Black Influential Award for his Advocacy as well as the Kuwasi Balagoon Award for his work on HIV education and Outreach from Black and Pink, the nation’s largest LGBTQIA+ Prison abolitionist organization.
Andy Dillehay (he/him) is an artist from Lincoln, Nebraska, whose life dramatically changed in 2011 after he tested positive for HIV. Combining his artistic endeavors and passionate work in HIV prevention, Plus Magazine recognized Andy as one of the 75 Most Amazing HIV-Positive People of 2016. He strives to inspire through his resilience and commitment to making a difference.
Margie Dumas is an advocate with years of experience in the social work and non-profit sector. Twenty years ago, doctors diagnosed her with HIV. Dumas says her diagnosis went from heart-wrenching to a blessing in disguise. She aims to dismantle the stigma attached to HIV by sharing her story.