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Conscious Art for Change is an Initiative located in Central Florida, that use the arts to educate, connect communities, and foster creative growth through artist development opportunities.
The Second Annual HIV Stigma Poetry Slam was a community-centered arts event held to confront and dismantle stigma around HIV by centering voices, lived experience, and creative expression. Hosted by the Central Florida Hiv Stigma Taskforce & Conscious Art For change, the event brought together poets, musicians, advocates, and community members for an evening of powerful spoken word, performance, and shared storytelling.
November 21st 2024.
Co-written and Directed by Quincy 'Q M,ajor' Wilson & Doneil "BlackBird" Brown.
Performed by Q Major, Blackbird, TilltheAM, and Sydney Right at the 2024 Orlando Strong Symposium, Conscious Art for Change premiered WE Café a bold, original performance blending spoken word, storytelling, and truth-telling. Performed for hundreds of attendees, the production offered an unforgettable journey through art, healing, and resistance.
Highlights:
Powerful Performance: Uplifted voices often silenced
-centered on mental health, HIV justice, sexual assault, and the lived experiences of oppressed communities.
Advocacy Through Art: Explored how creative expression can drive awareness, build empathy, and activate collective change.
Interactive Workshop: Invited attendees to create, reflect, and share in a safe space rooted in healing and expression.
Community Impact: Reached and resonated with a diverse audience of artists, advocates, organizers, and community leaders.
Mission in Motion: Embodied our commitment to cultivating freedom through creative expression and cultural dialogue.
Through WE Café, we reminded the community that art is more than performance...it’s a powerful tool for liberation.
Disclaimer: Conscious Art for Change provides art-based programming that supports community well-being and cultural expression. We do not offer clinical, therapeutic, or licensed services.