Breaking the Stigma

Wed Apr 22 2026 at 12:00 pm to 02:00 pm UTC-05:00

LeMoyne-Owen College | Memphis

Gilead COMPASS Initiative\u00ae, GLAAD & Netflix
Publisher/HostGilead COMPASS Initiative®, GLAAD & Netflix
Breaking the Stigma
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Join us for a powerful and interactive campus experience exploring HIV awareness, stigma, and real-life stories through film & community.
About this Event



Event Description:

What does it mean to grow, love, and navigate life in spaces that weren’t built for you?

Join us at LeMoyne-Owen College for Breaking the Stigma, a dynamic campus experience that brings together film, conversation, and community to explore HIV awareness, stigma, and the power of storytelling.

At the center of this experience is a screening of A Westside Love Story — a short film that follows the journey of connection, identity, and navigating relationships while living with HIV. This story reflects real, relatable experiences that challenge stigma and expand how we think about HIV in our communities.

This event is designed to be more than just a screening it’s an opportunity to learn, engage, and connect.



What to Expect:
  • 🎬 Film screening: A Westside Love Story by House of Productions
  • 💬 Student-led discussion and open dialogue
  • 📊 Insight into HIV data and local resources (including tools like AIDSVu)
  • 🧪 Free HIV testing kits available
  • 🎁 Opportunities to win gift cards
  • ✨ Interactive activities and engagement



Why Attend?

This space centers Black student experiences, real stories, and honest conversations while welcoming all who are open to learning and growing.

Whether you're curious about public health, passionate about advocacy, or just looking for a meaningful campus experience this event is for you.



Event Details:

📍LeMoyne-Owen College - Little Theatre
🗓 Wednesday, April 22, 2026
⏰ 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM



In Collaboration With:
  • Shelby County Health Department
  • Friends for All
  • House of Productions


📸Media Release

By attending, you consent to photography and videography that may be used for Emory COMPASS communications, marketing, and social media.


Hosted By:

PoWER NextGen Leaders
In partnership with Emory COMPASS Coordinating Center

Come curious. Leave informed. Stay connected.

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

LeMoyne-Owen College, 807 Walker Avenue, Memphis, United States

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