8TH ANNUAL LOVEFEST CELEBRATION

BLACK GAY & BISEXUAL MEN TAKE CONTROL OF THEIR HEALTH AT

8TH ANNUAL LOVEFEST CELEBRATION

Chicago Black Gay Men’s Caucus (CBGMC) to Launch “Healthy Is Sexy” Lifestyle Campaign

Event to Bring Awareness to LGBT Health and Wellness Management

Performance by Legendary Dance Diva Crystal Waters

(Chicago, Illinois – Aug 1, 2012) – The Chicago Black Gay Men’s Caucus (CBGMC), will host the 8th Annual LoveFest Celebration on Sunday, August 26th from 12p – 8p at Jackson Park (63rd & Cornell Drive). A free event, LoveFest is an annual summer “edu-tainment” festival designed for the African-American LGBT community, more specifically gay and bisexual men, to bring awareness to health and wellness management with live entertainment, dancing, health screenings and physical fitness activities. Since 2005, CBGMC has produced LoveFest, which attracts more than 500 attendees each year.

The 8th Annual LoveFest Celebration will serve as the official launch of CBGMC’s “Healthy Is Sexy” (HIS) Lifestyle Campaign, which will consist of advertisements, events, social media interactions, health tools and access points for African American gay and bisexual to become more involved in managing their overall health.

“We are truly excited to launch the Healthy is Sexy Lifestyle Campaign at this year’s Lovefest,” stated Keith Green, CBGMC Chairman. “This campaign will present more opportunities for black gay and bisexual men to take an active role in their overall health which will improve the quality of their lives and in turn create a more healthy community,” he continued.

This year’s theme is Healthy.Sexy.We., which takes cues from the Chicago Department of Public Health’s Healthy Chicago LGBT Community Action Plan. Attendees will be able to enjoy a variety of physical activities in the park including yoga, physical challenge obstacle courses, kickboxing, and volleyball. The Healthy is Sexy (HIS) Lifestyle Health Village will mimic the ideal “health and wellness visit” experience for African American gay and bisexual men – offering free private “Doc Chat” sessions with skilled medical professionals, screenings for HIV/STIs, hepatitis C, diabetes, obesity and a number of other health issues facing men.

Legendary dance diva Crystal Waters and Chicago’s very own Cyon Flare are the event’s featured entertainers. In addition, LoveFest will host the Old School vs. New School Battle of the DJs, and the EGOmania Mini-Ball.

“It’s important that we continue to provide positive affirming environments where black gay and bisexual men can come together and have access to health services,” said Craig Johnson, interim chair of the CBGMC executive planning commission (EPC).

“This festival is an opportunity for the Chicago Black Gay Men’s Caucus to communicate to the Black MSM population the importance of taking control of their health and that with our [CBGMC] assistance we can change the overall health landscape for our community.”

The 8th Annual LoveFest partners include but are not limited to the Illinois Department of Public Health, Chicago Department of Public Health, the University of Chicago Medical Center, Test Positive Aware Network, Public Health Institute of Metropolitan Chicago, the AIDS Foundation of Chicago, Stroger Hospital of Cook County, the CORE Center, Medical Center, Howard Brown Health Center, Access Community Health Network, the Center on Halsted, Perfect Fit., Inc., and Yogatones.

For more information about LoveFest, please contact CBGMC at info@chiblackgaycaucus.org or visit www.chiblackgaycaucus.org

About the Chicago Black Gay Men’s Caucus (CBGMC)
The Chicago Black Gay Men’s Caucus (CBGMC), a nonprofit organization, was established in 2005 to improve the lives and well-being of Black gay, bisexual and other men who have sex with men. Since its inception, CBGMC has taken strategic action towards accurately identifying the HIV burden among Black MSM in Chicago, understanding the underlying causes of risk and acquisition, and identifying solutions to curb the epidemic in Chicago. CBGMC’s primary goal is to decrease new HIV infections through creative and collaborative programming that promotes HIV testing, education and risk reduction activities.

Get Freaky Recap!

via Windy City Times, by Blair Mishleau

Everything from anal cleanliness to the benefits of kissing and cuddling before sex—and many tangents in between—were covered Oct. 25 at "Get Freaky: A sexual health forum for Men who have Sex with Men."

Approximately 50 audience members gathered for the event, held at the Center on Halsted with hosts/bloggers Feast of Fun moderating it.
 
It was an opportunity for everyone, regardless of sexual orientation, to learn and ask about the parts of sex not covered in health class.
 
The forum was hosted in conjunction with Project CRYSP and LifeLube, which are both gay men's sexual health projects, as well as the Chicago Black Gay men's Caucus.
 
The forum is likely the last to be held in the series, which has run four times a year for the last four years, as the grant that funds the program has ended.
 
"We've covered all different topics," said Jim Pickett, director of prevention advocacy in gay men's health at the AIDS Foundation of Chicago. "We've covered things from alcohol in the gay community to sex online to homophobia to 'what is justice for gay Black men' [ and ] trans rights—we've had a number of topics."
 
The three "sexpert" panelists included Gary Bucher, an anal-health specialist and director of the Anal Dysplasia Clinic Midwest; Debby Herbenick, a sex researcher and sex columnist for TimeOut Chicago; and John Stryker, a nurse practitioner at the Howard Brown Health Center.
 
The event started with light snacks, mingling and a series of vendors demonstrating sex toys. The panel commenced after that.
 
To make the panel more interactive, audience members were given clickers and asked various questions that appeared on-screen, with the audience results appearing in real time.
 
Some questions asked included preferred position in sex ( top, bottom, versatile, doesn't apply ) . The audience was mostly bottom, followed by versatile and then top.
 
Other questions asked about anal cleansing, getting tested for HIV and more. Panelists were then called upon to talk about these poll numbers, alongside greater national information.
 
"We try to make them feel interactive, so people feel engaged and they have the forum they want to have," Pickett said. "It really depends on the people who show up and how they interact with our panellists."
Audience members were also encouraged to ask questions, with topics like HIV prevention, anal douching and the difficulty of finding a boyfriend as gay men, being discussed.
 
"One of the things we always get criticized for not bringing up is 'how to get yourself a man,'" said co-host Fausto Fernos of Feast of Fun, as he introduced a question from an attendee.
 
Herbenick, who teaches a sexuality seminar at Indiana University, gave some advice regarding young gays trying to find long-term relationships.
 
"There's no easy answer, but I do think that young people do want relationships," said Herbenick. "I've been teaching college students for eight years, and I haven't seen that change at all. I think the vast majority of men and women of all orientations talk on and on about wanting relationships.
 
"That doesn't mean they don't have periods of sexual exploration and that sometimes people want to have one night stand. But ultimately, the majority, if not all of them, really want relationships. I think it's difficult for people to be honest with what they want and to share that."

Our Last Forum of 2011, Get Freaky - is Now LIVE on the Feast of Fun Podcast

 LifeLube's last community forum of 2011was held last night - and we discussed sex, sex, sex. Check out the Feast of Fun podcast from the event here.

This forum was co-sponsored by the Chicago Black Gay Men's Caucus. LifeLube partners include Center on Halsted - where the forum was held - TPAN, Howard Brown Health Center, and AIDS Foundation of Chicago.

We had sex toy demos during the reception - thanks to Cupids, Tulip and Early to Bed for making that happen!

Thanks to our wonderful panelists -

* Gary Bucher - anal health specialist, dir. Anal Dysplasia Clinic Midwest
* Debby Herbenick - sex researcher, Time OUT Chicago's sex columnist
* John Stryker - Howard Brown Health Center nurse practitioner

And of course - much love and appreciation to our hosts/moderators - Feast of Fun. Check out the podcast from the event here.

See more photos like the ones below, courtesy of Ed Negron, here on Facebook.

Check out the podcast from the event here.

More photos are here on Facebook.

Get Freaky October 25 - Our Last Community Forum of 2011

It's all about those things that "go bump in the night."

Space is limited for this free event, please RSVP today to hold your space.

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Your Evening's Fabulous Sexperts:

• Gary Bucher - anal health specialist, dir. Anal Dysplasia Clinic Midwest
• Debby Herbenick - sex researcher and Time OUT Chicago's sex columnist
• John Stryker - Howard Brown Health Center nurse practitioner

Please join us
Tuesday, October 25, 2011
Center on Halsted
3656 North Halsted, Chicago

We begin at 6:00pm for free light nibbles, a cash bar, and sex toy demos in the 2nd floor John Baran Senior Center.

The dirty talk begins at 7:00pm in the Hoover Leppen Theatre, 3rd floor.

FREE! Register online and be sure to tell us the sexy questions you have on your mind.

7th Annual Love Fest - August 28th in Chicago

The Chicago Black Gay Men's Caucus (CBGMC) is pleased to present LoveFest, an end of the Summer celebration!

Our 7th annual event will include captivating performances by some of Chicago's most well-known entertainers! Also, don't forget to get your teams and talents together for a mini-ball, bid whist and volleyball tournaments, and so much more!

And most importantly, the Chicago Department of Public Health is sponsoring our 'Healthy Is Sexy!' (H.I.S.) village and will provide an assortment of screenings and information to ensure that we continue to live at our healthiest.

So come out and have fun! It'll be great opportunity to meet and mingle with the Caucus and our brothers and sisters! We better see you there!!!

More information about LoveFest.

Kick-Off Reception at Club Escape on Thur., Aug. 25.

TOMORROW! Conversations: A Discussion about the Impact of the National HIV/AIDS Strategy on Black Gay/Bisexual Men in Chicago

 The Chicago Black Gay Men’s Caucus present.........

Conversations: A Discussion about the Impact of the National HIV/AIDS Strategy on Black Gay/Bisexual Men in Chicago

 TOMORROW!!
Thursday, August 11, 2011

6:00pm-9:00pm

Gary Comer Youth Center
7200 S. Ingleside (Located 2 blocks southeast of the intersection of East 71^st St., Cottage Grove Ave., and South Chicago Ave.)

 With special guests:

-- John A. Schneider, MD, MPH (Assistant Professor of Medicine and Epidemiology – University of Chicago)

-- Chris Brown (Assistant Commissioner of Public Health for the STI/HIV/AIDS Division – City of Chicago)

-- David D. Robertson (Prevention Specialist – Comer Children’s Hospital at the University of Chicago)

-- Mildred Williamson, PhD, MSW (HIV/AIDS Section Chief – Illinois Department of Public Health)

Moderated by: Keith R. Green, MSW (CBGMC Co-Chair/Director of Federal Affairs at the AIDS Foundation of Chicago)

Light refreshments will be served! Please RSVP to CBGMCevents@gmail.com

Prevention Revolution or Magical Thinking?Feast of Fun podcasts LifeLube's forum on Pre-exposure Prophylaxis- Listen

via feast of Fun

June 15, 2011, from the Center on Halsted in Chicago, LifeLube hosted a live community forum on Pre-exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP). World renowned LGBT podcasters, Feast of Fun, moderated the discussion as panelists and guests were engaged on one of the most exciting developments in the fight against HIV.

 The conversation was joined by:

 Dr. Bob Grant, the protocol chair for the groundbreaking study, iPrEx.

 Keith Green of the AIDS Foundation of Chicago, who is a consultant for Project PrEPare, which explores the acceptability and feasibility of the trial among men who have sex with other men.

Rico Herrera, a Chicago gay youth currently participating in the trial via Project PrEPare.

Plus- live questions from the audience.

The forum went off without a hitch thanks to the help of our community partners:
Association of Latin Men for Action
Chicago Black Gay Men’s Caucus
Communities of Color Collaborative
Project CRYSP
Feast of Fun

Click for the podcast

Forum explores Truvada's use in fighting HIV

via Windy City Times

Thanks to Windy City Times for doing an excellent article on the PrEP forum last week.

Experts on the study sat down with Feast of Fun podcasters Fausto Fern�"s and Marc Felion at Center on Halsted June 15 to talk about what the study means and if Truvada could signal the end of the pandemic. Present were Dr. Robert Grant of Gladstone Institute, Keith Green, director of federal affairs at AIDS Foundation of Chicago, and a youth who participated in a similar study Green conducted in Chicago.

Read more.

LifeLube's NEXT Forum: Prevention Revolution or Magical Thinking - IS A DAILY PILL THE ANSWER?

SAVE THE DATE: June 15, 2011

Center on Halsted

6pm - 9pm

RSVP and more info to come. Stay tuned.

The Art of Protection, presented by the Chicago Black Gay Men's Caucus

An HIV/AIDS awareness and testing event highlighting the artistic talents of the LGBTQ Youth

WHEN?
September 29th, 2010, 6:00 PM

WHERE?
ROOM 43 located at 1039 E. 43rd St in Chicago

WHO?
LGBTQ Youth ages 18 - 24 encouraged to attend

WHAT?

• The best poets, singers, dancers and rappers will be there, all fighting HIV through artistic expression.
• Free confidential HIV Testing will be provided by TaskForce Prevention and Community Services
• Following the show there will be a youth speed dating session and an after party.
• Refreshments will be served FREE for all youth 18-24

RING!
For more info call 312-629-2988 ext 12 or call 773-66 YOUTH

Chicago Black Gay Men’s Caucus to Host Historic Community Input Forum June 30

It is our hope that this forum will challenge us to take the microscope off of the individual, and really begin to zoom in on the institutions and institutional policies that impact the sexual health of the Black MSM population.

The Policy and Advocacy Committee of the Chicago Black Gay Men’s Caucus (CBGMC), with support from the AIDS Foundation of Chicago (AFC) and the Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH), will host an unprecedented Community Input Forum to discuss the development of HIV/STI Prevention and Treatment Guidelines for Black men who have sex with men (MSM) in Chicago during Black Pride Weekend.

A collaborative effort with Chicago Windy City Black Pride and Windy City Black Pride, the forum will be held Wednesday, June 30th from 6p – 8p at the opening receptions of both pride organizations, Club Escape (1530 E. 75th Street) and Sidetrack (3349 N. Halsted), respectively. The forum will simulcast live from both locations to afford attendees the opportunity to participate in an interactive dialogue and witness what is happening at the other via large screen TVs.

“Black Pride Weekend is a key time in the City of Chicago to address and find solutions to issues that are affecting the African American LGBT community,” said Keith Green, chair of the CBGMC Policy and Advocacy Committee.  “We are excited to work with the Black Pride organizations to bring forth this groundbreaking platform on one of the most pressing issues within our community – HIV and STI prevention and treatment.  This is exciting stuff!”

The urgent need to establish HIV/STI Prevention and Treatment Guidelines for Black MSM in Chicago became apparent when, in 2009, the Chicago Department of Public Health released a report that found alarmingly higher rates of HIV in Black MSM compared to White and Latino MSM, despite the fact that there were no differences in how often they used condoms or how regularly they tested for HIV.

“There is obviously something going on at the community level that we as advocates and service providers have not tapped into,” said CBGMC Co-Chair Ariq Cabbler. It is our hope that this forum will challenge us to take the microscope off of the individual, and really begin to zoom in on the institutions and institutional policies that impact the sexual health of the Black MSM population. Though the Guidelines are being developed specifically for providers who encounter and work with Black MSM, they will also be made available to Black MSM through various mediums, to equip these men with information necessary for taking ownership of our own sexual health.”

Confirmed panelists include: Rodney Perkins, RN, MSN (Clinic Coordinator for the Gay Men’s Health and Wellness Clinic at the Whitman Walker Clinic in Washington, DC), Jim Pickett (Director of Advocacy for the AIDS Foundation of Chicago), Anthony Galloway (Prevention Manager at Test Positive Aware Network), Lora Branch, MS (Director of Administration for the Chicago Department of Public Health STI/HIV Division), Beau Gratzer, MPP (Director of Community Health at the Howard Brown Health Center) and “Aruba” Tommy Bennett (Of The Tom Joyner Morning Show and host of “He Say, He Say” on WVON).

[The mission of the Chicago Black Gay Men’s Caucus is to mobilize and empower Black gay men and their allies to identify solutions to prevent new HIV infections by addressing the well-being of Black men who have sex with men. It is a coalition of public and private providers, business owners, club managers, promoters, and community activists dedicated to improving health outcomes for African American gay and bisexual men.]

Chicago Black Gay Men’s Caucus to Host Historic Community Input Forum June 30

It is our hope that this forum will challenge us to take the microscope off of the individual, and really begin to zoom in on the institutions and institutional policies that impact the sexual health of the Black MSM population.

The Policy and Advocacy Committee of the Chicago Black Gay Men’s Caucus (CBGMC), with support from the AIDS Foundation of Chicago (AFC) and the Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH), will host an unprecedented Community Input Forum to discuss the development of HIV/STI Prevention and Treatment Guidelines for Black men who have sex with men (MSM) in Chicago during Black Pride Weekend.

A collaborative effort with Chicago Windy City Black Pride and Windy City Black Pride, the forum will be held Wednesday, June 30th from 6p – 8p at the opening receptions of both pride organizations, Club Escape (1530 E. 75th Street) and Sidetrack (3349 N. Halsted), respectively. The forum will simulcast live from both locations to afford attendees the opportunity to participate in an interactive dialogue and witness what is happening at the other via large screen TVs.

“Black Pride Weekend is a key time in the City of Chicago to address and find solutions to issues that are affecting the African American LGBT community,” said Keith Green, chair of the CBGMC Policy and Advocacy Committee.  “We are excited to work with the Black Pride organizations to bring forth this groundbreaking platform on one of the most pressing issues within our community – HIV and STI prevention and treatment.  This is exciting stuff!”

The urgent need to establish HIV/STI Prevention and Treatment Guidelines for Black MSM in Chicago became apparent when, in 2009, the Chicago Department of Public Health released a report that found alarmingly higher rates of HIV in Black MSM compared to White and Latino MSM, despite the fact that there were no differences in how often they used condoms or how regularly they tested for HIV.

“There is obviously something going on at the community level that we as advocates and service providers have not tapped into,” said CBGMC Co-Chair Ariq Cabbler. It is our hope that this forum will challenge us to take the microscope off of the individual, and really begin to zoom in on the institutions and institutional policies that impact the sexual health of the Black MSM population. Though the Guidelines are being developed specifically for providers who encounter and work with Black MSM, they will also be made available to Black MSM through various mediums, to equip these men with information necessary for taking ownership of our own sexual health.”

Confirmed panelists include: Rodney Perkins, RN, MSN (Clinic Coordinator for the Gay Men’s Health and Wellness Clinic at the Whitman Walker Clinic in Washington, DC), Jim Pickett (Director of Advocacy for the AIDS Foundation of Chicago), Anthony Galloway (Prevention Manager at Test Positive Aware Network), Lora Branch, MS (Director of Administration for the Chicago Department of Public Health STI/HIV Division), Beau Gratzer, MPP (Director of Community Health at the Howard Brown Health Center) and “Aruba” Tommy Bennett (Of The Tom Joyner Morning Show and host of “He Say, He Say” on WVON).

[The mission of the Chicago Black Gay Men’s Caucus is to mobilize and empower Black gay men and their allies to identify solutions to prevent new HIV infections by addressing the well-being of Black men who have sex with men. It is a coalition of public and private providers, business owners, club managers, promoters, and community activists dedicated to improving health outcomes for African American gay and bisexual men.]

May 20 - I Aint Crazy!

[press release]
Chicago Black Gay Men’s Caucus Forum Explores
the Intersection of Mental, Physical, and Spiritual Health

The Chicago Black Gay Men’s Caucus will host a free community forum to address the mental health needs of African American gay and bisexual men.  A panel of experts and audience members will discuss access and barriers to mental health services and its impact on overall health/wellness.

The forum, titled “I Ain’t Crazy! - Black Gay Men, Mental Health, Spirituality and HIV,” will be held:

Thursday, May 20, 2010
6p – 9p (Dinner will be served at 6p and the discussion will begin at 7p)
Charles A. Hayes Family Investment Center
4859 S. Wabash Avenue
Chicago

The event will be moderated by Reverend Kevin Tindell. 

Panelists include:

TUAN N’GUI - Minister & Author ‘Will I go to Heaven? The Black GLBT Dilemna’ and www.OperationRebirth.com

REV. ED STIVERS - Counselor/ Chaplain

PROF. JOHARI JABIR - University of Illinois – Chicago Dept. of African-American Studies

REV. BRENDA LEE - Minister & Counseling Degree Candidate

MAYA SHEWNARAIN - Counselor

REV. JUAN REED - Minister & Clinical Social Worker

JEREMY CARTER - Center on Halsted

The Chicago Black Gay Men’s Caucus is a coalition of concerned individuals, public and private providers, business owners, clergy, and community activists dedicated to improving the health of African American gay and bisexual men.  For more information about the Caucus, visit www.lovethybrotha.com

E. Patrick Johnson: Justice is "Being our complete self" in the world

Professor E. Patrick Johnson addresses the question, "What is justice for the Black Gay Man?" at the "Justice for All?" community forum sponsored by the Chicago Black Gay Men's Caucus LifeLube's Project CRYSP, Communities of Color Collaborative and Test Positive Aware Network, in honor of National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day. Thursday, January 28th, at The University Center.




More on this forum (including news articles), and other forums involving Project CRYSP can be found here, on LifeLube.

Check out the Keith Boykin clip, from the same forum.

Keith Boykin to Speak About Justice for Gay Black Men - NEXT WEEK

What does justice look like for Black Gay Men? What is the role of allies?

Renowned television host, author and speaker Keith Boykin headlines the community forum “Justice for All?” to be held January 28, 2010 in Chicago.  The event will take place at the University Center, 525 South State on the second floor.

Doors will open at 6:00 p.m. for appetizers and socializing, and the program will begin promptly at 7:00 p.m.  Admission to the event is free.

Boykin and fellow panelists will address and debate the meaning of justice, past and current efforts to obtain equality, the role of allies, and strategies to bring real and lasting change for Black gay men. 

“It's not only important for Black gay men to be cognizant of how we are impacted by our lack of justice, but also, how we too, impact this innate right for others,” stated Boykin, who is affiliated with The Daily Voice, CNBC, and BET.  “Events like these continue to challenge and illuminate this fact."

Joining Boykin on the panel will be E. Patrick Johnson creator of “Sweet Tea: Black Gay Men of the South-An Oral History” and professor at Northwestern University, and Antonio D. Jimenez from the University of Illinois Chicago’s School of Public Health.   The forum will be hosted and moderated by Dr. Keith Magee (National Public Housing Museum) and Jim Pickett (AIDS Foundation of Chicago).

"Black gay men and their allies need to come together to have a real discussion about factors that threaten the wellness of our community," said Anthony Galloway of Test Positive Aware Network, one of the event organizers. "Although potentially controversial, we must explore what 'justice' is and how we can achieve it.  We are excited about the potential impact of this discussion."

A first-time collaboration between the Chicago Black Gay Men’s Caucus, the Communities of Color Collaborative, Project CRYSP and LifeLube.org has organized the forum to recognize Black History Month as well as National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day (set for February 7, 2010).  Black gay men, gay men of all colors, and allies are encouraged to attend.

Keith Boykin Headlines Community Forum in Chicago - Jan 28

Join the Chicago Black Gay Men’s Caucus, Project CRYSP,

Lifelube, and the Communities of Color Collaborative

Justice for All?
A community forum exploring
What is justice for 
the Black Gay man?

Panel includes Keith Boykin
Thursday, January 28 at 6pm
525 South State Street

More info below - click images to enlarge.

We hope to see you and yours there. Gay men of all colors, and allies, are welcome to attend this free event.

What is justice for the Black Gay man? [Chicago community forum]

Join the Chicago Black Gay Men’s Caucus, Project CRYSP,

Lifelube, and the Communities of Color Collaborative

Justice for All?
A community forum exploring
What is justice for 
the Black Gay man?

Panel includes Keith Boykin
Thursday, January 28 at 6pm
525 South State Street

More info below - click images to enlarge

We hope to see you and yours there. Gay men of all colors, and allies, are welcome to attend this free event.

LOVEFEST - Love Thy Brotha - This Sunday in Chicago

Join the Chicago Black Gay Men’s Caucus for the 5th Annual LoveFest
Entertainment, DJs, Mini-Ball, and more!
THIS Sunday, August 30
3:00 – 9:00PM
Jackson Park (63rd and Cornell)


lovethybrotha.com

Join the African American MSM Community for 10 - Living the Lifestyle on July 31

The AIDS Foundation of Chicago and the Service Providers Council (SPC) along with many organizations who's primary mission is working with African American men who have sex with men (AAMSM) are sponsoring 10 - Living the Lifestyle conference coming up on Friday, July 31, from 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM.

AAMSM, a population whose HIV/AIDS infection rates are disproportionate when compared to those of other ethnic and risk exposure populations in the United States and specifically, in Chicago. 10 – Living the Lifestyle – Wellness Conference will address the needs of the AAMSM community and it is the hope that many African American MSM leaders and service providers will attend this conference to network and exchange skills and resources to strengthen HIV/AIDS prevention efforts targeting the African American MSM community.

10 - Living the Lifestyle
University Center
525 S. State Street
July 31, 11am-3pm

For more information contact Cynthia Tucker, AIDS Foundation of Chicago, Chicago at ctucker@aidschicago.org or Phone: (312) 334-0965

10 - Living the Lifestyle is sponsored by AFC, the SPC, Chicago Black Gay Men's Caucus, Taskforce Presvention Services, Bayard Rustin Access Center, and Brothers Health Collective.

Who's Loving You - Spirituality, Sexuality, HIV and the Black Church

Join the Chicago Black Gay Men's Caucus for what promises to be a lively discussion June 29 (info above.