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SUMMARY:University of Louisville: Community - based Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Introductory Panel \nChange How You See\, See How You Change is a photography exhibition that redefines medicine as a deeply human experience. Created with local participants and University of Louisville health sciences students\, this portrait collection highlights the people behind the diagnoses—celebrating their joy\, strength\, and individuality. \nEach image tells a story\, reminding us that patients are more than their conditions—they are individuals with rich lives and identities. As you explore\, we invite you to reflect on the power of empathy in healthcare and the importance of truly seeing and understanding those we care for. \nIn partnership with POSITIVE EXPOSURE\, the University of Louisville Health Sciences Office of Health Equity and Engagement\, the KornhauserHealth Sciences Library\, and the School of Medicine Department of Pediatrics\, this exhibition underscores our shared human experiences.  \n 
URL:https://positiveexposure.org/event/university-of-louisville-exhibition-and-lecture/
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions,Lectures & Presentations,Photography and Film
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SUMMARY:HEROES WITHIN: A Celebration of our LGBTQ+ Community
DESCRIPTION:EXHIBIT OVERVIEW \nHeroes Within is a new and affirming exhibit of unique superheroes created by LGBTQ+ youth and designed by Queer and ally artists from around the world.  \nAn inclusive group of kids\, teens\, and young adults have come together for a powerful social emotional art experience that centers their voices\, celebrates their strengths\, and fosters healing through art. \nThrough personal interviews\, participants shared their stories and hopes for making a positive impact on the world. Artists then transformed them into their heroic alter egos — bold visual portraits that reflect each one’s identity\, courage\, and creativity. \nExplore the uplifting exhibit\, join the discussion\, and be inspired all month long! \nEvents are free and open to the community. RSVPs requested.  \n_______________________________________________________________________________________ \nHEROES WITHIN: Opening Celebration \nThursday\, June 11  \n5:30-8 pm \nCelebrate the uplifting exhibit and hear the moving story behind this new pantheon of LGBTQ+ superheroes. Enjoy light refreshments as you explore and mingle. \n_______________________________________________________________________________________ \nSTAFF APPRECIATION BREAKFAST (Private Event) \nFriday\, June 12 \nWe are honored to welcome folks who LGBTQ+ youth professionally and to thank them for the critical work they’re doing. Following breakfast and a brief presentation about Heroes Within\, guests will be invited to explore the exhibit. Material about bringing the exhibit to their centers and involving the youth they serve will be available. \n_______________________________________________________________________________________ \nTHE POWER OF THE SUPERHERO PROJECT \nSaturday\, June 13 \n10-11:30 am  \nIn this fun and friendly workshop\, discover new superhero kids and teens\, celebrate differences of all kinds\, and create a family crest inspired by the values you treasure most. A member of our League of Extraordinary Artists will transform your crest for you. Youth of ALL abilities and identities are welcome. Bring your grown-ups and your imagination! \nFree & Open to the Community \nRSVPs requested; please include the names & ages of young participants. \n    _______________________________________________________________________________________ \nHAPPY HOUR FOR PROFESSIONAL STUDENTS \nMonday\, June 15 \n4-6 pm \nPreparing for a career in pediatrics\, nursing\, child life\, narrative medicine\, art therapy\, or social work? Students\, along with their teachers and supervisors\, will learn how The Superhero Project uses imagination\, storytelling\, and inclusion to empower youth marginalized by their identity\, diagnosis or disability. Light refreshments served. \n_______________________________________________________________________________________ \nMAXXIE LAWOW: DRAG SUPER-SHERO \nDrag queens and kings\, kids of all ages\, families and friends – are you ready for the award-winning animated film Maxxie LaWow: Drag Super-Shero? This glitter-filled musical fantasy celebrates queer voices\, creativity\, courage\, and self-discovery. \n \nAFTERNOON TEA WITH MAXXIE \nFriday\, June 26 \n1-3:30 pm \nEnjoy afternoon tea and snacks at the matinee screening. A panel discussion will follow\, featuring: \n\nAnthony Hand\, Maxxie LaWow creator\, director\, and producer\nSanina Clark\, AK Press\nFury Storm\, Drag Performer\nBridget Caswell\, Heroes Within Exhibit Manager\n\nDIVAS\, DONUTS  & DOOM IN THE LaWOW LOUNGE  \nFriday\, June 26 \n6-8 pm   \nKick off the weekend with sweet treats\, dazzling animation\, villainous queen Dyna Bolical\, and an animated aerial lip-synch showdown at the evening screening. \n_______________________________________________________________________________________ \nINNER ICONS AND DAZZLING DIVAS: A QUEER FAMILY WORKSHOP \nSaturday\, June 27 \n10 am-12 pm \nDesigned for LGBTQ+ families\, this affirming workshop includes an interactive exploration of the exhibit\, creative reflection activities\, and collaborative conversations about how families can make the world a better place. Design a sticker that represents your crew and receive it later this summer. Youth of ALL abilities and identities are welcome. Bring your grown-ups and your imagination! \nFree & Open to the Community \nRSVPs requested; please include the names & ages of young participants. \n     \n_______________________________________________________________________________________ \nHeroes Within is presented with support from The Dr. Janet Silverstein Charitable Foundation\, Ohio Arts Council\, Stonewall Community Foundation\, Crescendo\, and Positive Exposure. \nSpecial thanks to our community partners and exhibit hosts: Maxxie LaWow: Drag Queen Super-Shero\, Full Spectrum Outreach Center (Youngstown)\, Trans Town (Portland)\, Bayard Rustin LGBTQ+ Resource Center (Akron)\, Trans Joy Akron\, and Rainbow Center (Tacoma).   \nVisit the Heroes Within digital gallery. \nContact Lisa@SHPkids.org or 440.796.1605 for more info.
URL:https://positiveexposure.org/event/heroes-within/
LOCATION:Positive Exposure Gallery\, 83 Maiden Lane\, New York\, NY\, 10038
CATEGORIES:PE Gallery
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260701
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260801
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SUMMARY:Rare Square and Sketch NF Art Showcase: Disability Awareness Month
DESCRIPTION:Rare Disease Art Exhibit Flyer \n \nThis showcase is a collaboration between Positive Exposure with SketchNF (https://www.sketchnf.org) and Rare Square (https://www.raresquare.org/). SketchNF uses art to share the stories and experiences of children with neurofibromatosis. Rare Square aims to expand this effort to all rare diseases.
URL:https://positiveexposure.org/event/rare-square-and-sketch-nf-art-showcase-disability-awareness-month/
CATEGORIES:PE Gallery
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260710
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260713
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SUMMARY:Cockayne Syndrome Family Conference with Alison Graham: Minneapolis\, MN
DESCRIPTION:Family conference portraits with Positive Exposure’s Alison Graham \nFeaturing: Cockayne Syndrome (CS) \, Trichothiodystrophy (TTD)\, and  Xeroderma Pigmentoseum (XP) overlaps. All of these conditions are related due to the type of DNA repair disorder they have called nucleotide excision repair (NER) \nCockayne syndrome is a rare autosomal recessive genetic disorder resulting from a DNA repair defect\, leading to heightened sensitivity of cells in affected individuals to the lethal effects of UV light.
URL:https://positiveexposure.org/event/cockayne-syndrome-family-conference-with-alison-graham-minneapolis-mn/
CATEGORIES:Lectures & Presentations,Photography and Film
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260712T170000
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SUMMARY:Klippel-Trenaunay Syndrome family conference with Rick Guidotti: Rochester\, MN
DESCRIPTION:K-T Support Group’s 40th Anniversary Conference\nKlippel-Trenaunay Syndrome\nKlippel-Trenaunay (K-T) Syndrome is characterized by a localized or diffuse capillary malformation that overlies a venous malformation and/or lymphatic malformation with associated soft tissue and bone overgrowth (hypertrophy).
URL:https://positiveexposure.org/event/klippel-trenaunay-syndrome-family-conference-with-rick-guidotti-rochester-mn/
CATEGORIES:Lectures & Presentations,Photography and Film
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260714
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260716
DTSTAMP:20260607T030825
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260228T031956Z
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SUMMARY:Chromosome 18 Registry and Research Society Family Conference with Rick Guidotti: San Antonio\, TX
DESCRIPTION:Chromosome 18 Registry and Research Society Family Conference with Rick Guidotti: San Antonio\, TX \nAt the core of Chromosome 18’s mission are three main pillars: nurturing a compassionate community\, enhancing education\, and driving innovative research.
URL:https://positiveexposure.org/event/chromosome-18-registry-and-research-society-family-conference-with-rick-guidotti-san-antonio-tx/
CATEGORIES:Lectures & Presentations,Photography and Film
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260717T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260719T170000
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SUMMARY:National Organization for Albinism and Hypopigmentation (NOAH) family conference with Rick Guidotti: Columbus\, OH
DESCRIPTION:National Organization for Albinism and Hypopigmentation (NOAH) family conference with Rick Guidotti \nColumbus\, OH \nNOAH’s mission is to act as a conduit for accurate and authoritative information about all aspects of living with albinism and to provide a place where people with albinism and their families\, in the United States and Canada\, can find acceptance\, support and fellowship.
URL:https://positiveexposure.org/event/national-organization-for-albinism-and-hypopigmentation-noah-family-conference-with-rick-guidotti-columbus-oh/
CATEGORIES:Lectures & Presentations,Photography and Film
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260724
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260726
DTSTAMP:20260607T030825
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SUMMARY:Coffin-Siris syndrome Family Conference with Alison Graham
DESCRIPTION:Coffin-Siris syndrome Family Conference with Positive Exposure’s Alison Graham \nWhat is Coffin-Siris Syndrome?\nCoffin-Siris Syndrome (CSS; fifth digit syndrome) was first reported in 1970 by Dr. Coffin and Dr. Siris to describe individuals with a shortened or underdeveloped fifth digit or fifth digit nail\, along with developmental and learning differences\, and a variety of organ-system issues.
URL:https://positiveexposure.org/event/coffin-siris-syndrome-family-conference-with-alison-graham/
CATEGORIES:Lectures & Presentations,Photography and Film
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260730T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T170000
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SUMMARY:PRISMS Family Conference: Minneapolis\, MN with Rick Guidotti
DESCRIPTION:PRISMS Family Conference: Minneapolis\, MN\nSmith-Magenis Syndrome\nSmith-Magenis Syndrome (SMS) is a rare neurobehavioral disorder characterized by a recognizable pattern of physical\, behavioral\, and developmental features. It is caused by particular genetic changes on chromosomal region 17p11.2\, which contains the gene RAI1. \nPRISMS Conference Goals:\n\nTo understand the medical\, social\, developmental\, and behavioral aspects of SMS.\nTo gain knowledge about the most recent advances in diagnosis\, management\, and potential benefits to persons with SMS.\nTo develop intervention strategies\, treatment\, and management plans for persons with SMS.\nTo recognize the psychosocial aspects impacting SMS families and the role of PRISMS as a network.\nTo learn about SMS\, past\, present\, and future.\nAnd\, most importantly\, to share information and guidance with other families.
URL:https://positiveexposure.org/event/prisms-family-conference-minneapolis-mn/
CATEGORIES:Lectures & Presentations,Photography and Film
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260802T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260802T160000
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CREATED:20260406T174040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T195238Z
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SUMMARY:Disabled in Action August 2026 Meeting
DESCRIPTION:DIA is a civil rights organization committed to ending discrimination against people with disabilities – all disabilities. We fight to eliminate the barriers that prevent us from enjoying full equality in American society. Founded in 1970\, DIA is a democratic\, not-for-profit\, tax-exempt\, all-volunteer membership organization. DIA consists primarily of and is directed by people with disabilities.\nNothing about us\, without us!\nUpcoming DIA Meetings at Positive Exposure Gallery\n\n\nSunday\, August 2\, 2026 1:30 pm to 4:00 pm\nSunday\, October 4\, 2026 1:30 pm to 4:00 pm\n\nAll are welcome. Positive Exposure is wheelchair accessible\, including the restrooms. If you need a reasonable accommodation such as American Sign Language interpretation or live captioning\, please email us at info@disabledinaction.org or call us at 646-504-4342 and leave a message with a callback number at least 10 days before the meeting. \nIf a meeting is cancelled due to inclement weather\, we will have a notice the night before on our phone. Please call DIA at 646-504-4342. \n\n\n Image description: DIA members and other activists are outside of a building in downtown Manhattan protesting for the right to add elevators for all public transit stops. They are holding signs that say “Stranded by Cuomo” and “Elevator FAIL.”
URL:https://positiveexposure.org/event/disabled-in-actrion-august-2026-meeting/
LOCATION:Positive Exposure Gallery\, 83 Maiden Lane\, New York\, NY\, 10038
CATEGORIES:PE Gallery
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261004T130000
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SUMMARY:Disabled In Action: October 2026 Meeting
DESCRIPTION:DIA is a civil rights organization committed to ending discrimination against people with disabilities – all disabilities. We fight to eliminate the barriers that prevent us from enjoying full equality in American society. Founded in 1970\, DIA is a democratic\, not-for-profit\, tax-exempt\, all-volunteer membership organization. DIA consists primarily of and is directed by people with disabilities.\nNothing about us\, without us!\nUpcoming DIA Meetings at Positive Exposure Gallery\n\n\nSunday\, October 4\, 2026 1:30 pm to 4:00 pm\n\nAll are welcome. Positive Exposure is wheelchair accessible\, including the restrooms. If you need a reasonable accommodation such as American Sign Language interpretation or live captioning\, please email us at info@disabledinaction.org or call us at 646-504-4342 and leave a message with a callback number at least 10 days before the meeting. \nIf a meeting is cancelled due to inclement weather\, we will have a notice the night before on our phone. Please call DIA at 646-504-4342. \n\n\n Image description: DIA members and other activists are outside of a building in downtown Manhattan protesting for the right to add elevators for all public transit stops. They are holding signs that say “Stranded by Cuomo” and “Elevator FAIL.”
URL:https://positiveexposure.org/event/disabled-in-action-october-2026-meeting/
LOCATION:Positive Exposure Gallery\, 83 Maiden Lane\, New York\, NY\, 10038
CATEGORIES:PE Gallery
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