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SUMMARY:Cozy Corners: Jin Li's World of Colors and Comfort
DESCRIPTION:Korean Artist with Autism Visits New York! \nCome experience Jin Li’s Cozy Corners\, enjoy refreshments\, and participate in a collaborative painting session with the artist.\nJin Li 진리 (b. 1994\, F\, with autism) is an artist from Seongnam-si\, South Korea. Jin Li\, whose name means “truth\,” focuses on what is true and positive\, capturing everyday imagery in a playful way. \nDuring the opening event on Thursday\, October 10\, Jin Li will lead a live demonstration of her color-mixing techniques\, which will be recorded and displayed throughout the exhibition on iPads for reference. Visitors can observe and draw inspiration from the artist’s process before adding their unique color combinations to the communal canvas. \nRSVP for the opening event on Thursday\, October 10\, 5-8pm\nRSVP for the closing event on Wednesday\, October 16\, 5-8pm\n \n \n  \n  \nImage Descriptions \n\nOn a dark blue background is a painting of a blue cat on a red background with an image of the artist\, Jin Li\, in the corner\, and the words “Everyone had their own paintbrush” written in white. Surrounding this image is the following text: “Positive Exposure Gallery. Cozy Corners: Jin Li’s World of Colors and Comfort Jin Li  (b. 1994\, F\, with autism)\, whose name means ‘truth\,’ focuses on what is true and positive\, capturing everyday imagery in a playful way. Gallery Events Thursday\, October 10\, 5-8pm\, Wednesday\, October 16\, 5-8pm.”\nOn a white background is the following text in dark blue and red: “COME EXPERIENCE COZY CORNERS. OPENING EVENT: Thursday\, October 10\, 5-8pm. 5-8pm: Open Viewing and Collaborative Painting. 6pm: Artist’s Presentation. CLOSING EVENT: Wednesday\, October 16\, 5-8pm. 5:30pm: Video screening. 6:00pm: Speeches by Jin Li and her mother. 6:30pm: Open viewing and mingling. Cozy Corners is also available to visit by appointment during the following times. Please email events@positiveexposure.org to make an appointment. Friday\, October 11\, 9 am – 5pm\, Saturday\, October 12\, 9am – 5pm\, Sunday\, October 13\, 1pm – 5pm\, Monday\, October 14\, 9am – 5pm\, Tuesday\, October 15\, 9 am – 5pm.”
URL:https://positiveexposure.org/event/cozy-corners-jin-lis-world-of-colors-and-comfort/
LOCATION:Positive Exposure Gallery\, 83 Maiden Lane\, New York\, NY\, 10038
CATEGORIES:PE Gallery
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241010T180000
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SUMMARY:World Mental Health Day Event
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\n\n \n\n\nImages from Positive Exposure’s Collaboration with PRISMA  and University of Alberta will be on display. \n6:00-6:05 Welcome remarks from Vikram Patel \n6:05-6:15 Me2 orchestra member performance \n6:15-6:30 Rick’s presentation \n6:30-6:40 Student dance performance \n6:40-6:50 10 minute intermission \n6:50-8:35 Sing Sing film \n8:35-9:05 panel discussion \n9:05 one to two minute wrap up from Vikram \nThe Global Mental Health @Harvard initiative and the Provost Office’s annual World Mental Health Day Event will be on October 10th from 6 to 9pm ET in the Cinema at the Student Organization Center at Hilles in Cambridge\, MA. \n\nJoin us for a screening of Sing Sing\, a new A24 film about Divine G\, who finds purpose acting with fellow incarcerated men at Sing Sing prison. This powerful true story of resilience and the transformative power of art stars an ensemble of formerly incarcerated actors. After the screening\, stay for a panel discussion with actors Dario Peña\, Mosi Eagle\, and Charles Moore\, a staff member from the real-life program.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDuring the evening we will also feature a student dance performance\, a classical music performance by members from the Me2/Orchestra\, and a presentation from photographer and founder of Positive Exposure\, Rick Guidotti. \nJoin us for this exciting evening celebrating resilience and healing through the arts! The event will take place October 10th at 6:00pm ET in the Cinema at the Student Organization Center at Hilles in Cambridge\, MA! The address is 59 Shepard St\, Cambridge\, MA 02138. Seating will be limited and first come first serve. \nImages from Positive Exposure’s Collaboration with University of Alberta and PRISMA will be on display. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://positiveexposure.org/event/world-mental-health-day-event/
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions,Lectures & Presentations
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SUMMARY:Disability Visibility in Medicine
DESCRIPTION:In collaboration with SMADIE: Stanford Medicine Alliance for Disability Inclusion and  Equity. \nRick Guidotti\, award winning photographer and the founder of Positive Exposure\, has partnered with SMADIE and the Office of DEIJ to exhibit photos of healthcare workers with disabilities to decrease stigma and enhance disability visibility in medicine. \nSMADIE started as an Employee Resource Group (ERG) at Stanford Medicine\, and its scope and mission now extend globally and well beyond the initial ERG. SMADIE’s priorities are CHARME: promoting Community\, Health Equity\, Advocacy\, Research\, mentorship and Education in medicine. \nNational Disability Employment Awareness Month\nPHOTO EXHIBIT\n+ WINE & CHEESE RECEPTION Join us for an exhibit of photos of healthcare providers with disabilities to enhance disability visibility in medicine\nfrom award winning photographor\, Rick Guidotti.\nMonday\, October 14\n4:30 PM – 6:30 PM\nCenter for Academic Medicine\n3rd Floor Great Room\n453 Quarry Road\, Palo Alto 94304 \nRick Guidotti\, award winning photographer and the founder of Positive Exposure\, has partnered with SMADIE and the Office of DEIJ to exhibit photos of healthcare workers with disabilities to decrease stigma and enhance disability visibility in medicine.
URL:https://positiveexposure.org/event/disability-visibility-in-medicine/
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241015T080000
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SUMMARY:Pediatric Grand Rounds: Stanford
DESCRIPTION:PEDIATRIC GRAND ROUNDS \n \nCAM GRAND ROUNDS ROOM Pediatric Grand Rounds in Recognition of\nNational Disability Employment Awareness Month \nPositive Exposure: Seeing Beyond Diagnosis\nRick Guidotti\nFounder and Director\, Positive Exposure
URL:https://positiveexposure.org/event/pediatric-grand-rounds/
CATEGORIES:Lectures & Presentations
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241019
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241124
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SUMMARY:An Intimate Journey: Paintings Inspired by Brain Scans
DESCRIPTION:Elizabeth Jameson is an artist and writer who explores what it means to live in an imperfect body as part of the universal human experience.  Before her diagnosis of multiple sclerosis\, she served as a public interest lawyer representing incarcerated children; she later represented children living with chronic illnesses and disabilities in their attempts to receive medically necessary care. \nAs her disease progressed\, she began using her MRIs to create art as a way of reclaiming agency over her own medical data. She transformed the unsettling\, clinical images into work that invites people to open up conversations about what it means to have an illness or disability. Her work is part of permanent collections both nationally and internationally\, including the National Institutes of Health\, major universities\, and medical schools. \nShe now writes personal essays and speaks across the country sharing her experiences living with illness and disability. Her essays have been published by The New York Times\, British Medical Journal\, WIRED magazine\, and MIT’s Leonardo Journal. Her essay\, “Losing Touch\, Finding Intimacy\,” was included in the New York Times book\, About Us\, released in September 2019 by Norton Publishing. \nMany of her lectures at medical schools and symposiums have been recorded and shared\, including her TedX talk\, “Learning to Celebrate and Embrace Our Imperfect Bodies.” \nClick the links below to view her recent talks: \nStory of Impact – Stanford Medicine X 2017 \nLearning To Embrace and Celebrate Our Imperfect Bodies – Stanford TEDx 2017 \nAcknowledgements \nDue to the ever-changing and progressive nature of life with MS\, Elizabeth Jameson has worked with several studio assistants over the years including writing with Catherine Monahon. Currently she collaborates with writer\, editor\, and media creator Lisa Foote\, and journalist\, Lucia Graves. \n \n \n  \nImage Descriptions: \n\nPhotograph of a woman with light skin\, light blonde hair with bangs\, wearing glasses\, a black shirt\, and teal scarf\, sitting in a wheelchair and looking up at the camera.\nImage of an abstract etching resembling a segment of the brain\, painted in yellows and oranges\, with blues and greens in the background.\nOn a navy blue background\, surrounding a grid of bight\, colorful paintings resembling brain scans\, is the following text: “POSITIVE EXPOSURE GALLERY. AN INTIMATE JOURNEY. A Retrospective Celebrating the Art of ELIZABETH JAMESON. Opening Saturday\, October 19\, 3-6pm. On view through November 23\, 2024. 14 East 109th Street\, NYC. events@positiveexposure.org PH: 212-420-1931.”
URL:https://positiveexposure.org/event/intimatejourney/
LOCATION:Positive Exposure Gallery\, 83 Maiden Lane\, New York\, NY\, 10038
CATEGORIES:PE Gallery
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SUMMARY:An Intimate Journey: Opening Event
DESCRIPTION:Elizabeth Jameson is an artist and writer who explores what it means to live in an imperfect body as part of the universal human experience.  Before her diagnosis of multiple sclerosis\, she served as a public interest lawyer representing incarcerated children; she later represented children living with chronic illnesses and disabilities in their attempts to receive medically necessary care. \nAs her disease progressed\, she began using her MRIs to create art as a way of reclaiming agency over her own medical data. She transformed the unsettling\, clinical images into work that invites people to open up conversations about what it means to have an illness or disability. Her work is part of permanent collections both nationally and internationally\, including the National Institutes of Health\, major universities\, and medical schools. \nShe now writes personal essays and speaks across the country sharing her experiences living with illness and disability. Her essays have been published by The New York Times\, British Medical Journal\, WIRED magazine\, and MIT’s Leonardo Journal. Her essay\, “Losing Touch\, Finding Intimacy\,” was included in the New York Times book\, About Us\, released in September 2019 by Norton Publishing. \nMany of her lectures at medical schools and symposiums have been recorded and shared\, including her TedX talk\, “Learning to Celebrate and Embrace Our Imperfect Bodies.” \nClick the links below to view her recent talks: \nStory of Impact – Stanford Medicine X 2017 \nLearning To Embrace and Celebrate Our Imperfect Bodies – Stanford TEDx 2017 \nAcknowledgements \nDue to the ever-changing and progressive nature of life with MS\, Elizabeth Jameson has worked with several studio assistants over the years including writing with Catherine Monahon. Currently she collaborates with writer\, editor\, and media creator Lisa Foote\, and journalist\, Lucia Graves. \n \n  \nImage Descriptions: \n\nOn a navy blue background\, surrounding a grid of bight\, colorful paintings resembling brain scans\, is the following text: “POSITIVE EXPOSURE GALLERY. AN INTIMATE JOURNEY. A Retrospective Celebrating the Art of ELIZABETH JAMESON. Opening Saturday\, October 19\, 3-6pm. On view through November 23\, 2024. 14 East 109th Street\, NYC. events@positiveexposure.org PH: 212-420-1931.”\nPhotograph of a woman with light skin\, light blonde hair with bangs\, wearing glasses\, a black shirt\, and teal scarf\, sitting in a wheelchair and looking up at the camera.\nImage of an abstract etching resembling a segment of the brain\, painted in yellows and oranges\, with blues and greens in the background.
URL:https://positiveexposure.org/event/intimatejourneyopening/
LOCATION:Positive Exposure Gallery\, 83 Maiden Lane\, New York\, NY\, 10038
CATEGORIES:PE Gallery
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241020
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241022
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SUMMARY:MIDWEST DENTAL PUBLIC HEALTH CONFERENCE
DESCRIPTION:Hyatt Hotel and Conference Center\n300 East 9th Street\nCoralville\, IA 52241 \nClosing Keynote – “Change How You See; See How You Change!”\nRick Guidotti spent fifteen years as a fashion photographer working in New York\, Milan\, Paris\, and London. In 1998 he founded Positive Exposure\, a nonprofit organization dedicated to highlighting the beauty of physical\, behavioral\, intellectual or genetic diversity and challenging the stigmas associated with differences in appearance. Rick is helping the world see differences differently. Rick will discuss Positive Exposure and a new initiative: Textbook Beauty.\nRick Guidotti\, Owner and Founder Positive Exposure
URL:https://positiveexposure.org/event/midwest-dental-public-health-conference/
LOCATION:Hyatt Hotel and Conference Center\, 300 East 9th Street\, Coralville\, IA 52241
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions,Lectures & Presentations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241024T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241024T110000
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SUMMARY:Annual Retreat for Nursing Leadership 2024 “Re-Energize the TEAM…Stronger Together”
DESCRIPTION:“Re-Energize the TEAM…Stronger Together” \n9:30- 10:45 – Guest Speaker:   Rick Guidotti \nThe retreat gives the nursing leadership team the opportunity to take a break from daily operations & be off-site and disconnected from the constant demands of cell phones\, needs of the staff and patients/families.  During this retreat we will be encouraging relationship building\, reconnecting with “the WHY\, we are doing what we do every day” \nThe overarching goal is to respect one another’s individuality & contribution to the team. We want to breakdown some silos\, level egos and replace the feeling of inadequacies & working alone with the belief that we are “Stronger Together… as a Team”  As a team\, we want to move forward into the next year with both humility & gratitude for what we do and what we can accomplish together. \n 
URL:https://positiveexposure.org/event/annual-retreat-for-nursing-leadership-2024-re-energize-the-teamstronger-together/
CATEGORIES:Lectures & Presentations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241025T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241027T170000
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SUMMARY:University of Louisville School of Medicine
DESCRIPTION:Community Based Photography and Exhibition! \nRick on campus creating an exhibition celebrating the beauty of  human diversity in Louisville!!
URL:https://positiveexposure.org/event/university-of-louisville-school-of-medicine/
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions,Lectures & Presentations,Photography and Film
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241027T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241029T170000
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SUMMARY:Kennedy Krieger Institute
DESCRIPTION:Neurodiversity in the Workplace Conference \nJoin the collaborative conference that brings together a community that is committed to improving employment outcomes for the neurodiverse workforce. \nThrough collective impact\, we will engage in dynamic discussions\, learn from expert presenters\, and build a network of change-makers who promote diverse and inclusive employment practices. This conference empowers employers to build a dynamic workforce and enhance the workplace. \nRick scheduled to photograph at lunch on Monday 28 October then present on Tuesday 29 October. \n1:15 – 2 p.m. Afternoon Plenary \nRick Guidotti\, Founder and Director\, Positive Exposure\nThis lecture will create opportunities to hear from and explore the experiences\nof people living with a variety of genetic\, physical\, behavioral and intellectual\ndifferences. The lecture will provide a lens into various genetic disorders and\ngive a voice to those featured in the photographs and their respective families.\nAudiences will be able to hear from individuals and their families living with\ngenetic disorders through innovative multimedia tools developed by Positive\nExposure.
URL:https://positiveexposure.org/event/kennedy-krieger-institute/
CATEGORIES:Lectures & Presentations,Photography and Film
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241030T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241030T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T180756
CREATED:20241018T172442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241018T172442Z
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SUMMARY:Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine: Workshop
DESCRIPTION:COMMUNITY EXPERIENCE \nWorksop 3 of 3 planned with 1 st year med students.. \n 
URL:https://positiveexposure.org/event/philadelphia-college-of-osteopathic-medicine-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Lectures & Presentations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241105T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241105T130000
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CREATED:20241018T174321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241018T180849Z
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SUMMARY:Pulse of Art: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
DESCRIPTION:Gallery Visit:\nExploring the intersection of art and medical history\nThe Pulse of Art program harnesses the power of art to hone observational skills\, enhance empathy\, illuminate the course of medical history\, and respect others’ perspectives in the face of ambiguity. \nThe Pulse of Art is a program developed by Barry Coller\, MD and Bobbi Coller\, PhD that integrates the history of art with the history of medicine.\nThe Collers co-teach the Pulse of Art program and have led a yearly course at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai since 2009. In addition\, they have delivered presentations at the Rockefeller University and Stony Brook University. They have also taught in the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum’s on-line educational program.
URL:https://positiveexposure.org/event/pulse-of-art-mt-sinai/
CATEGORIES:Lectures & Presentations,PE Gallery
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241107T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241107T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T180756
CREATED:20241018T180657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241018T180657Z
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SUMMARY:SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University
DESCRIPTION:1st Year Med Student Lecture
URL:https://positiveexposure.org/event/suny-downstate-health-sciences-university/
CATEGORIES:Lectures & Presentations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241108T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241108T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T180756
CREATED:20241018T185307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241018T191342Z
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SUMMARY:Indiana Network of Genetic Counselors
DESCRIPTION:The  presents a Continuing Education conference on the most recent applications of genetics in practice. \nUpgrade for Genetics Conference \nCONFERENCE OBJECTIVES: \n• Examine the current landscape of inherited hematological malignancies and preimplantation genetic testing. \n• Gain insight into patients’ lives by seeing beyond a diagnosis\, listening to a lived experience having a child with autism and the importance of empathic communication with families. \n• Explore newer advancements such as using AI to understand impact on variants on α-Dystroglycanopathy phenotypes\, new technology to improve clinical utility\, insights into neonatal rapid WGS and therapeutic interventions for achondroplasia.
URL:https://positiveexposure.org/event/indiana-network-of-genetic-counselors/
CATEGORIES:Lectures & Presentations
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241110
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241112
DTSTAMP:20260404T180756
CREATED:20241029T213731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241029T213731Z
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SUMMARY:22q Texas Retreat and Photos
DESCRIPTION:Photos all weekend!!! YAY!! \nSan Antonio: Camp Morgan’s Wonderland.
URL:https://positiveexposure.org/event/22q-texas-retreat-and-photos/
CATEGORIES:Lectures & Presentations,Photography and Film
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241111T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241111T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T180756
CREATED:20241018T183233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241029T215247Z
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SUMMARY:Swarthmore Student Lecture
DESCRIPTION:Swarthmore\, PA \nStudent Lecture \nNOVEMBER 11 \nSCHEUER ROOM 4:30-6PM \nRICK GUIDOTTI\, AWARD-WINNING PHOTOGRAPHER\, CELEBRATES THE BEAUTY OF HUMAN DIVERSITY. RICK IS THE FOUNDER OF POSITIVE EXPOSURE\, A NON PROFIT ORGANIZATION\, THAT PROMOTES A MORE INCLUSIVE WORLD\, THROUGH PHOTOGRAPHY\, FILM\, AND EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS\, IN COLLABORATION WITH INDIVIDUALS AND COMMUNITIES AT RISK OF STIGMA AND EXCLUSION \nSponsored by the departments of Art and Educational Studies; the Lang Center for Civic and Social Responsibility; The Center for Innovation and Leadership; Health Sciences Office of Student Affairs; The Mellon Tri-Co Disability Studies Collective \nContact Donna Jo Napoli for more information \n(dnapoli1@swarthmore.edu) \nImage description: Man with grey hair smiling into the camera. CHANGE HOW YOU SEE\,  SEE HOW YOU CHANGE LOGO in bold white letters on black background. \n 
URL:https://positiveexposure.org/event/swarthmore/
CATEGORIES:Lectures & Presentations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T180756
CREATED:20241018T184219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241018T184219Z
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SUMMARY:Nemours Children's Hospital: Nursing Grand ROunds
DESCRIPTION:Virtual presentation. \nPresenting to: \nAdvanced practice providers\, registered nurses\, social workers\, and allied health personnel.
URL:https://positiveexposure.org/event/nemours-childrens-hospital-nursing-grand-rounds/
CATEGORIES:Lectures & Presentations
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241212T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241212T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T180756
CREATED:20241130T072609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241130T073039Z
UID:41409-1734008400-1734012000@positiveexposure.org
SUMMARY:Mayo Clinic Genetic Counselors Program
DESCRIPTION:Virtual Presentation
URL:https://positiveexposure.org/event/mayo-clinic-genetic-counselors-program/
CATEGORIES:Lectures & Presentations
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250108T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250108T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T180756
CREATED:20241230T175627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241230T182339Z
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SUMMARY:NYU: Faculty Development Program
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nPositive Exposure/ Rick Guidotti will present during this session: \nThis lecture will create opportunities to hear from and explore the experiences of people living with a variety of genetic\, physical\, behavioral\, and intellectual differences. The lecture will provide a “lens” into various genetic conditions and give a “voice” to those featured in the photographs and their respective families.  The NYU Community will be able to hear from individuals and their families living with genetic conditions through innovative multimedia tools developed by Positive Exposure. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nDescribe the social and psychological experiences of people of all ages and ethno-cultural heritages living with genetic\, physical\, behavioral and intellectual differences.\nDiscuss ways to best meet the needs of children and families with\, or at risk for a genetic disorder.\nExplore opportunities to see each individual living with a genetic difference first and foremost as a human being with his/her own special needs\, rather than as a specific diagnosis/disease entity.\n\nThe Faculty Development Program will take place twice weekly on Wednesdays and repeated on Thursdays\, with one session each day from 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm. Both sessions will occur in the Nagle Auditorium. Lunch will be provided. \nThe sessions will also be simultaneously broadcast by Zoom. The goal in offering the same topic over two days is to maximize the opportunity for faculty to attend. One session will also be recorded and archived in NYU iLearn as a resource for NYU Dentistry faculty. \nUpon completing the session evaluation\, participants will receive one credit hour of Continuing Dental Education (CDE) for each FDP session in which they participate. \nThroughout the fall and spring semesters\, NYU Dentistry will provide FDP programming in five areas: \n\nTeaching\, Learning\, Assessment\, and Curriculum (TC)\nResearch\, Scholarship\, and Career Advancement (RS)\nLeadership and Management (LM)\nMaximizing Technology (MT)\nClinical Dentistry and Systemic Health (CD)\n\n 
URL:https://positiveexposure.org/event/nyu-faculty-development-program/
LOCATION:NYU Nagle Auditorium
CATEGORIES:Lectures & Presentations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250109T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250109T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T180756
CREATED:20241230T181825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241230T181825Z
UID:41661-1736425800-1736429400@positiveexposure.org
SUMMARY:NYU: Faculty Development Program
DESCRIPTION:Positive Exposure/ Rick Guidotti will present during this session: \nThis lecture will create opportunities to hear from and explore the experiences of people living with a variety of genetic\, physical\, behavioral\, and intellectual differences. The lecture will provide a “lens” into various genetic conditions and give a “voice” to those featured in the photographs and their respective families.  The NYU Community will be able to hear from individuals and their families living with genetic conditions through innovative multimedia tools developed by Positive Exposure. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nDescribe the social and psychological experiences of people of all ages and ethno-cultural heritages living with genetic\, physical\, behavioral and intellectual differences.\nDiscuss ways to best meet the needs of children and families with\, or at risk for a genetic disorder.\nExplore opportunities to see each individual living with a genetic difference first and foremost as a human being with his/her own special needs\, rather than as a specific diagnosis/disease entity.\n\nThe Faculty Development Program will take place twice weekly on Wednesdays and repeated on Thursdays\, with one session each day from 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm. Both sessions will occur in the Nagle Auditorium. Lunch will be provided. \nThe sessions will also be simultaneously broadcast by Zoom. The goal in offering the same topic over two days is to maximize the opportunity for faculty to attend. One session will also be recorded and archived in NYU iLearn as a resource for NYU Dentistry faculty. \nUpon completing the session evaluation\, participants will receive one credit hour of Continuing Dental Education (CDE) for each FDP session in which they participate. \nThroughout the fall and spring semesters\, NYU Dentistry will provide FDP programming in five areas: \n\nTeaching\, Learning\, Assessment\, and Curriculum (TC)\nResearch\, Scholarship\, and Career Advancement (RS)\nLeadership and Management (LM)\nMaximizing Technology (MT)\nClinical Dentistry and Systemic Health (CD)\n\n 
URL:https://positiveexposure.org/event/nyu-faculty-development-program-2/
CATEGORIES:Lectures & Presentations
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250131T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250131T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T180756
CREATED:20250127T162636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T162908Z
UID:41725-1738328400-1738335600@positiveexposure.org
SUMMARY:Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine Lecture
DESCRIPTION:Ist year Med Students Positive Exposure Presentation across PCOM’s Campuses \n 
URL:https://positiveexposure.org/event/philadelphia-college-of-osteopathic-medicine-lecture/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Lectures & Presentations
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250219T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250219T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T180756
CREATED:20250212T032816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250218T175900Z
UID:41776-1739991600-1739995200@positiveexposure.org
SUMMARY:FILM SCREENING: What First Responders Need to Know About Individuals Living with I/DD
DESCRIPTION:What First Responders Need to Know About Individuals Living with I/DD\nVirtual Screening and Q&A\nWednesday\, February 19 at 7 pm EST\n  \n \nAccording to the International Association for Healthcare Security & Safety\, 50-80% of Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) interactions involve an individual with a disability.\nEmergency Medical Responders who are unequipped to respond sensitively to individuals with I/DD risk causing preventable harm to these individuals when they are at their most vulnerable.\nThere is a critical need to train EMR teams on how to identify\, communicate with\, and serve individuals with I/DD. Currently\, no national standards for mandatory training exist.\n\n\nImage Description: On a black background are a photo an ambulance and three portraits: of a young man with dark skin\, smiling at the camera; a young man with light skin\, wearing headphones; and a woman with light skin\, also smiling. The poster contains the following text\, in white: “Positive Exposure Film Screening. What First Responders Need To Know About Individuals Living with I/DD. Virtual Screening and Q&A. Wednesday\, February 19 at 7pm EST.” At the end of the poster is the WITH Foundation logo.
URL:https://positiveexposure.org/event/what-first-responders-need-to-know-about-individuals-living-with-i-dd/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Photography and Film
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250228T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250301T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T180756
CREATED:20250127T175115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250224T225549Z
UID:41731-1740729600-1740848400@positiveexposure.org
SUMMARY:RARE DISEASE Day Event in Australia: First Light Celebrations with 22q Foundation Australia & New Zealand
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, February 28th and Saturday\, 01 March (February 28th RARE Disease Day in USA) \n22q Foundation Australia & New Zealand \nRare Disease Day \n-Imagine more: how you can shape the future of rare disease & 22q Foundation Australia & New Zealand \n\n\nJoin us for a special day dedicated to celebrating and empowering the rare disease community! This family-friendly event brings together individuals living with rare diseases\, their families\, and the wider community to connect\, share\, and inspire. \nRare Diseases NSW hosts regular events for the rare disease community\, health professionals and researchers.\nThis year Rare Diseases NSW will be hosting 2 days of special events to mark Rare Disease Day 2025 on Friday 28th February and Saturday 1st March.\nClick here to view the program for both days and see below to RSVP. \nAn Easy Read program is available.\n   \n\n\n\n\nClinical Day: How You Can Shape the Future of Rare Disease\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for a special clinical education day to celebrate International Rare Disease Day on Friday 28th February at Sydney Children’s Hospital\, Randwick. \nResearchers\, clinicians and service providers at the cutting edge of rare disease care will share their insights. \nYou will also hear from award-winning photographer Rick Guidotti\, founder of Positive Exposure. This organisation celebrates the richness of human diversity\, aiming to change attitudes towards individuals living with genetic\, physical\, behavioural or intellectual difference. \nDate: Friday 28th February\nTime: 12-4pm\nLocation: Sydney Children’s Hospital Lecture Theatre\, High St\, Randwick NSW 2031 \n\n\n\n\nImagine More: How You Can Shape the Future of Rare Disease\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis family-friendly event on Saturday 1st March to mark International Rare Disease Day brings together people living with a rare disease\, health professionals\, and the wider community to connect\, share\, and inspire. \nThere will be fun activities for kids\, plus it is FREE OF CHARGE! \nThis event is a collaboration between Rare Diseases NSW\, UNSW Sydney\, the Sydney Children’s Hospital Network\, and the 22q Foundation Australia & New Zealand. \nDate: Saturday 1st March\nTime: 10am – 4pm\nLocation: Sydney Children’s Hospital Lecture Theatre\, High St\, Randwick NSW 2031
URL:https://positiveexposure.org/event/rare-disease-day-event-in-australia-first-light-celebrations/
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions,Lectures & Presentations,Photography and Film
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250307T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250307T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T180756
CREATED:20250127T194703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T195213Z
UID:41739-1741366800-1741374000@positiveexposure.org
SUMMARY:The Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates\, Inc. (COPAA)
DESCRIPTION:Creating Opportunities. Protecting Rights. Changing Lives.\nCOPAA’s mission is to protect and enforce the legal and civil rights of students with disabilities and their families. Our primary goal is to empower marginalized community members to secure high quality educational services and to promote excellence in advocacy. \nIrvine Marriott: Irvine\, CA
URL:https://positiveexposure.org/event/the-council-of-parent-attorneys-and-advocates-inc-copaa/
CATEGORIES:Lectures & Presentations,Photography and Film
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T180756
CREATED:20250218T175218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250304T221551Z
UID:41809-1741806000-1741811400@positiveexposure.org
SUMMARY:FILM SCREENING: We Have a Voice & You Made Me Want to Smile Again
DESCRIPTION:We Have a Voice\nYou Made Me Want to Smile Again\nTwo short films about adults living with I/DD and the healthcare professionals who champion them. \nVirtual Screening and Q&A\nWednesday\, March 12 at 7 pm EST\n \n  \nFeaturing Dr. Dian Chin Kit-Wells\, President of the AADMD (American Academy of Medicine and Dentistry)\, and Paris Adams\, the AADMD Self Advocate of the Quarter. \n61 million US adults have some type of disability\, of which approximately 4.92 million individuals live with I/DD. Nearly half a million children with special healthcare needs become adults each year\, thereby leading to an increased number of adolescents and young adults moving from a child-centered medical system to a fractured\, adult healthcare world. \nIndividuals with I/DD are living longer than any such adults in prior generations. Lifelong developmental disability often requires various support needs\, especially with associated behavioral challenges\, communication limitations and complex health issues. It is therefore imperative that training for PCPs and health care providers in training is contextualized with the images and voices of the very community they need to serve. \nIndividuals with I/DD need to be presented in a positive\, person-centered way to the receiving end of the of the adult healthcare community\, so that they can both learn about the various conditions of their potential patients and see the human side; not just the diagnosis. \nAccording to Meelin Dian Chin Kit-Wells DDS\, Clinical Assistant Professor at Buffalo\, AADMD President: \n“It is so important to prioritize & prepare primary care clinicians (& clinicians-in-training) to care for our aging population of individuals with I/DD in communities of color. Far too many individuals experience misguided trust\, distrust\, closed doors to care\, elder neglect\, ageist attitudes\, ableism\, racism & discrimination which further widens the gap. The relationship with the provider is crucial. It should be natural. And many\, especially as we age\, find it easier to communicate with providers that have grown up in their community\, that may know the family or a family like theirs.” \n  \nThese films were made in collaboration with the AADMD\, and were made possible with the generous support of the WITH Foundation and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. \nImage Description: On a black background is the following text: “Positive Exposure Film Screening. Wednesday\, March 12\, 7pm EST. We Have a Voice Engelic and Paris\, Aging Adults Living with I/DD\, Share Their Stories with You Featuring AADMD’s Self Advocate of the Quarter\, Paris Adams. Screening Virtually. You Made Me Want to Smile Again. Our Healthcare Champions Devoted to Aging I/DD Communities of Color.” The poster contains two images; The first is a close-up portrait of a man wearing a blue shirt\, sunglasses\, and a black hat beside a woman wearing tinted glasses\, bright yellow earrings\, and a white baseball cap. Below is a still image of a woman seated on a couch\, smiling brightly and lifting her pointer finger.
URL:https://positiveexposure.org/event/wehaveavoice/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Photography and Film
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250315T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250315T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T180756
CREATED:20250306T215600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T215600Z
UID:41871-1742025600-1742058000@positiveexposure.org
SUMMARY:Dyne Therapeutics\,
DESCRIPTION:RARE Disease Day Celebration with DYNE Therapeutics: Photography\, Lecture and Digital Exhibition!\nTrailblazing the development of\nmuscle-targeted therapies to stop or reverse disease progression—\nDyne Therapeutics is building a leading muscle disease company focused on advancing innovative life-transforming therapeutics for people living with genetically driven diseases.
URL:https://positiveexposure.org/event/dyne-therapeutics/
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions,Lectures & Presentations,Photography and Film
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250328T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250328T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T180756
CREATED:20250328T154625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T154732Z
UID:42268-1743159600-1743163200@positiveexposure.org
SUMMARY:Loma Linda  University Health: Women's Medical Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Positive Exposure presentation: \nSponsored by WiM4U\, a Women in Medicine network at Loma Linda University School of Medicine
URL:https://positiveexposure.org/event/loma-linda-womens-medical-retreat/
CATEGORIES:Lectures & Presentations
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250401T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250401T080000
DTSTAMP:20260404T180756
CREATED:20250328T155314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T155345Z
UID:42272-1743490800-1743494400@positiveexposure.org
SUMMARY:Penn State Children's Hospital: Pediatric Grand Rounds
DESCRIPTION:POSITIVE EXPOSURE Pediatric Grand Rounds\, 7 am \n 
URL:https://positiveexposure.org/event/penn-state-childrens-hospital-pediatric-grand-rounds/
CATEGORIES:Lectures & Presentations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250404T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250406T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T180756
CREATED:20250329T195815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250329T200237Z
UID:42281-1743753600-1743958800@positiveexposure.org
SUMMARY:Hermansky-Pudlak Syndrome Network\, Family Conference
DESCRIPTION:April 4th-6th 2025 in Uniondale\, New York\nRegistration for our 2025 NY Conference now open!\nFamilies affected by Hermansky-Pudlak Syndrome gather each year for a conference. The HPS Network Conference is a place for families\, physicians and researchers with an interest in Hermansky-Pudlak Syndrome (HPS) from around the world to gather for fellowship\, education and fun. \nThis year’s conference will be held at the Long Island Marriott in Uniondale\, NY on April 4-6th. \nTo register for this year’s conference follow this link: Registration \nTo make a hotel reservation for the conference\, follow this link: Marriott Reservations \nA DRAFT Agenda for the conference is now available: 2025 Draft Agenda \nAn annual one day conference is also being held in Puerto Rico in 2025.  For more information on everything planned in Puerto Rico\, please visit our Puerto Rico events page \n\nWhat is HPS?\nHermansky-Pudlak Syndrome (HPS) is a genetic metabolic disorder\, characterized by albinism\, visual impairment\, and a platelet dysfunction that results in prolonged bleeding. \nSome people with HPS may develop other complications depending on the HPS gene involved; these include\, inflammatory bowel disease\, pulmonary fibrosis\, and kidney disease. \nCurrently there are 11 known types of HPS. The future might also reveal other unidentified HPS gene types. HPS can range from mild with few symptoms to very severe and disabling. Since HPS is an autosomal recessive disorder\, both parents must be carriers of the abnormal gene. \nHermansky-Pudlak syndrome\, was discovered in Czechoslovakia in 1959\, in two patients cared for by Dr. Hermansky and Dr. Pudlak. It has since been identified in many nationalities around the world—however it is very prevalent among people of Puerto Rican descent\, due to a “Founders Effect” on that island.
URL:https://positiveexposure.org/event/hermansky-pudlak-syndrome-network-family-conference/
CATEGORIES:Lectures & Presentations,Photography and Film
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250404T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250404T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T180756
CREATED:20250329T191217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250329T191330Z
UID:42276-1743757200-1743768000@positiveexposure.org
SUMMARY:Sickle Cell Awareness Annual Symposium
DESCRIPTION:The Sickle Cell Awareness Foundation Corp Int.\nHosting it’s Third Annual Symposium\nAdvancements in Sickle Cell Trait Research and Treatment\nWhat you Should Know about Sickle Cell Trait?\nFriday April 4\, 2025\n9:00 AM -3:00 PM\nQueens Hospital Center Auditorium\n82-68 164th Street Jamaica\, NY 11432\nBreakfast and Lunch will be served I!\nThis Symposium event will include speakers who are experts in Sickle Cell Disease\, as providers.\nTogether\, we will discuss new research about Sickle Cell Trait. Additionally\, we are especially\npleased to present a keynote speaker on Invitro Fertilization. \nMerlene Smith-Sotillo: 917-373-8434\nRobin Hogans : 718-926-0215 | Margarita Cabral : 347-286-3942\nMarva Fredrick : 646-371-3253
URL:https://positiveexposure.org/event/sickle-cell-awareness-annual-sumposium/
CATEGORIES:Lectures & Presentations,Photography and Film
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