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HIV Long Term Survivors
This is a very diverse group for all people that identify as long term survivors of HIV/AIDS. Just for reference, officially for policy making and to be able to get resources and services, an HIV LONG TERM SURVIVOR is someone who got infected before HAART – this is the acronym for “highly active antiretroviral therapy- the cocktail”; but for this group, whoever self identify as a LONG TERM SURVIVOR is welcome. Most of us have been HIV positive 20 years or longer, in my case, I’ve been HIV positive for 36 years, but we even have some people who are HIV negative, but who have seen their friends and lovers died and they feel they belong to here. We have also some others who need this family for guidance, so, if you don’t like this philosophy of inclusiveness, you might not belong. We are open to any gender, race and sexual preference and we have no affiliation with any agency or organisation.
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All The Queens Men
All The Queens Men collaborate with communities of all shapes, sizes, and identities to produce transformative creative experiences that champion equality, social health, and human connection. Based in Melbourne, Australia, All The Queens Men is an independent arts organisation founded by award-winning performance artists Tristan Meecham and Bec Reid. The two met on the dance floor, immediately shared a tequila shot, and have been collaborating ever since; united in their belief that artistic community collaboration, bound by strong partnerships, can activate positive social change. ATQM has become a leading creative voice within the LGBTI+ community nationally and internationally, most specifically for championing the rights of LGBTI+ elders. The Company’s practice, expressed through projects such as The Coming Back Out Ball, LGBTI+ Elders Dance Club and Rainbow Reviews, enables LGBTI+ communities improved access, not only to arts experiences, but to broader community health and social services. There is so much work to be done and we can’t forget our LGBTI+ elderly just because we’re young. Our community was built by those who came before and now they need our support. – Lizzi, LGBTI+ elder.