the strings that bind us


art for aids & hiv advocacy





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"The Strings That Bind Us: Art for AIDS and HIV Advocacy" illuminates shared human experiences while amplifying awareness for AIDS and HIV through transformative art.

Diverse artists from across the globe lend voices to critical narratives, converging perspectives on this vital issue. The exhibition embraces varied mediums like painting, fashion, digital art, and performance to weave a rich tapestry of understanding.

aAliy in the garden, a photograph by Shoog, 2021, ‪6,240 x 4,160‬



Homage to Marlon Riggs, Carl M. George, 1991, Collage and Ink on Paper, 8" x 10"

AIDS/HIV advocacy


Empowers change, erasing barriers, amplifying silenced voices. It fosters awareness, equitable healthcare, breaks stigmas. 

Art reshapes norms, fostering an inclusive world with accessible healthcare and without discrimination.

Viewer discretion advised for 18+ Exhibition, addressing sensitive content.

featured contributors



Abdul-Aliy Abdullah Muhammad
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
@mxabdulaliy

Ian Hodgson
Shipley, West Yorkshire, UK
@ian.hodgson

Félix González-Torres
Guáimaro, Cuba
@felixgonzaleztorres.foundation


Mingzhang Sun
London, UK
@themingzhangsun

Susan Paxton
Australia

Chris Weir
Glasgow, Scotland

Tret Tierney
New York, USA
@tretnyc
Carl George
Windsor, Ontario
@carlmgeorge

Ally Zlatar
Toronto, Canada
@allyzlatar

ONE Campaign
@one

#GenEndIt
@genenditmovement







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