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“Why: The Breakdown of Anacostia” Press Release
Washington (August 8, 2008) - ““Why: The Breakdown of Anacostia”” is a documentary film on HIV/AIDS in the Anacostia neighborhood of Washington, D.C. Featuring interviews with community residents and HIV/AIDS Activists, the film will first premiere on DCTV during the months of August and September, beginning Friday night (August 8th). Please review DCTV’s listings at www.dctvonline.net for additional scheduling information. In September, the Women’s Collective – a Washington, D.C. based non-profit organization led by women with HIV, will host a screening. Further information about the Women’s Collective can be obtained by visiting their website at www.womenscollective.org
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Black Aesthetics Institute’s Online Brochure
Washington (April 14, 2008) - Black Aesthetics is pleased to offer you an online version of our Brochure of Programs & Services.
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BLACK AESTHETICS’ HONORS COMMUNITY LEADERS WITH BLACK VANGUARD AWARDS LUNCHEON:
Youth Vanguard Program Premiers Documentary Film on HIV/AIDS Among Youth in Washington, D.C.
Washington (April 1, 2008) - Black Aesthetics Institute (BAI) will host its Fourth Annual “Fundraiser & Black Vanguard Awards Luncheon!” on Saturday, May 17, 2008. This year’s event will highlight the work of renowned AIDS activist and President of Us Helping Us, Dr. Ron Simmons; television producer and President of the National Media Consortium, Ms Robyn Holden; and filmmaker and President of Park Triangle Productions, Mr. Gemal Woods. Ms. Holden, Dr. Simmons and Mr. Woods are the Black Vanguard honorees for this year’s prestigious luncheon who will be honored for their distinguished contributions to the community. The Black Vanguard Award is given to community leaders who are trailblazers and innovators in their sphere of achievement.
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Perspectives on Anacostia: A Visual Narrative. Black Aesthetics Institute Launches Free Photography & Film Production Training Program for DC Youth!
Washington (September 23, 2007) - Black Aesthetics Institute has begun a registration drive for youth, ages 14 –18, to enroll in their new project, Perspectives on Anacostia –A Visual Perspective, which is free to the public. This is a new venture within their Youth Vanguard Rites of Passage After-School Program (YVRPP) that is partially funded by the Neighborhood Investment Fund.
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