WORLD AIDS DAY SCREENING AND HOLIDAY FELLOWSHIP MIXER!

WORLD AIDS DAY 2013

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 1ST

GET DOWN Campaign, Maysles Cinema, and Global Network of Black Pride

Invite You To An Evening of Film and Fellowship
In partnership with BE Life Media and Until There's A Cure

"WORLD AIDS DAY 2013"

NO MORE STIGMA FILM SERIES

and DBGM, Inc.

presents
You Are Not Alone
the film by Antoine Craigwell

Sunday, December 1st, 2013
World Aids Day

5:00pm Meet and Greet Reception
6:00pm Screening

7:30pm - 9:30pm Holiday Fellowship Potluck Mixer

at

Maysles Cinema
343 Lenox Avenue, Harlem, NY
Between 128th and 129th Streets

GET YOUR TICKETS!!!
$25 GET DOWN/Until There’s A Cure Ticket Includes
Screening, Until There's A Cure fundraising red bracelet, potluck dinner mixer and beverages

$10 Regular Donation Admission

Screening, dinner mixer and beverages

SPACE IS LIMITED. GET ADVANCED TICKETS HERE: http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/525216

OFFICIAL PARTNERS

GLOBAL NETWORK OF BLACK PRIDE

BE LIFE MEDIA

Many Faces, One Dream: The Conference

As you know, GET DOWN is a supporter of the LGBT Community.  In addition, we often talk about how lower socio-economic status is a barrier, not only to good health care, but oftentimes education as well.  When an opportunity arises to spread the word about economic empowerment in the LGBT Community, especially communities of color, we could not resist sharing with everyone who reads this. Many Faces. One Dream. LGBT Economic Empowerment Tour for Communities of Color will be taking place in New York City on Novmeber 20-21st, 2013.  Because upliftment of a community is the upliftment of the ENTIRE community as a whole.  So, no matter how you GET DOWN, be economically empowered also! And, as always, GET TESTED and KNOW YOUR STATUS.

 

You've asked for it, and it's finally here! The Many Faces. One Dream. LGBT Economic Empowerment Tour for Communities of Color is pulling up to the Big Apple next week, November 20-21, at the New York Marriott at the Brooklyn Bridge. In addition to making our way to NYC, we're proud to announce our premiere collaboration with TD Bank, our newest national partner!   "TD Bank is committed to helping LGBT small business owners grow and prosper. Their success is our success. That's why we work hard for all business owners in providing them with the support and features they need to achieve their financial goals. Valuing diversity is not only the right thing to do, but it's critical to achieving our mission to Build the Better Bank. At TD, diversity and inclusion are strategic business priorities. We are proud to work with the National Black Justice Coalition and U.S. Small Business Administration on the Many Faces. One Dream. tour, which is an exciting platform to bring the bank to this group of entrepreneurs in a safe and affirming environment." Robert Pompey, Senior Vice President, TD Bank
MUST SEE VIDEO: Many Faces. One Dream. LGBT Economic Empowerment Tour Space is limited, and you don't want to miss out.  REGISTER NOW! GO TO:  http://manyfacesonedream.us/event-registration/ WHO:  National Black Justice Coalition (NBJC), in partnership with the U. S. Small Business Administration (SBA) WHAT: New York City Many Faces. One Dream. Tour, a 2-day economic empowerment conference for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) people of color.
WHEN:  Wednesday, November 20 & Thursday, November 21   WHERE:  New York Marriott at the Brooklyn Bridge 333 Adams Street | Brooklyn, NY WHY:  Many Faces. One Dream. (MFOD) LGBT Economic Empowerment Tour for Communities of Color seeks to bring focus on the communities' economic power, innovation and creativity in the small business sphere by providing expert training and counseling from industry professionals. Whether you are a potential sponsor, participant, or just an ally in the fight for racial equality and social justice, MFOD is here to encourage and promote entrepreneurial success in LGBT communities of color. HOW:  REGISTER TODAY!  Capacity for the event is limited, so secure your registration today for a deeply-discounted $25.00. For more information, visit http://manyfacesonedream.us/event-registration/   "Small business represents the engine of commercial innovation, employment opportunities, and economic development. As the state of the economy gives birth to a virtual nation of entrepreneurs, we will benefit immensely from a transformative development inclusive of LGBT business owners of color." Derek T. Dingle, Editor-in-Chief, Black Enterprise National Partner, Many Faces. One Dream. Tour

Become a part of the nation's only initiative dedicated to the building of financial wealth within LGBT communities of color. Register TODAY, and tell your friends to do the same!  Use #MFODNYC to spread the news on Facebook and Twitter.

Celebrating Ballroom History With Harlem Pride!

On Thursday, June 27th, the GET DOWN Campaign’s No More Stigma Film Series kicked off NY Pride with Global Network of Black Pride at Maysles Cinema, Harlem, NY.  In conjunction with partner organizations GMAD, SWERV Magazine, Harlem Pride, Anti Violence Project and Until There's A Cure, there was a special Harlem Pride and NYC Pride Week screening of the feature documentary film T.V. Transvestite. The film was preceded by the short "The Show Must Go On: The Story Of Snookie Lanore".

The event was hosted by Tamara Williams who plays Danielle from the hit Youtube web series, No Shade and Destiny DuMure Pucci (Nashid Corbin), and Executive member of Gay Men of African Descent Youth Advisory Board.  The feature was preceded by the short film The Show Must Go On: The Story Of Snookie Lanore by director Zachary Kussin, who was in attendance for the post-screening Q&A.  The guests were then treated to a Mini-Ball (three categories) featuring The Paragon House of GianMarco Lorenzi and hosted by Iconic Father Kamari Lorenzi – Miyake Mugler. 

To see more images, check out our Facebook album here:  https://www.facebook.com/getdownpsa/media_set?set=a.10200135801268706.1073741826.1561001943&type=1

No More Stigma Film Series screens T.V. Transvestite on June 27th!!!

GET DOWN Campaign, Maysles Cinema, and Global Network of Black Pride

Invite You To An Evening of Pushing The Conversation Forward

In partnership with GMAD, SWERV, Harlem Pride, Anti Violence Project and Until There's A Cure

"CELEBRATING BALLROOM HISTORY"

NO MORE STIGMA FILM SERIES

presents

T.V. Transvestite

the first-ever feature ballroom scene documentary film by
Simone di Bagno and Michele Capozzi
Before Paris is Burning, there was T.V. Transvestite.

A rare glimpse into Harlem’s Ballroom Community in 1982.

preceded by

The Show Must Go On: The Story of Snookie Lanore

a documentary short directed by Zachary Kussin

Thursday, June 27th 2013
6:30pm Meet and Greet Reception
7:30pm Screening

Poetry By Sephology The Lyrical Prodigy

In person Q&A with filmmakers immediately following the screening

Post-Screening Mini-Ball featuring The Paragon House of GianMarco Lorenzi

Commentator & Host

Iconic Father Kamari Lorenzi – Miyake Mugler

Private HIV Testing by GMAD available

at

Maysles Cinema
343 Lenox Avenue, Harlem, NY
Between 128th and 129th Streets

GET YOUR TICKETS!!!

$10 General Admission

$25 GET DOWN/Until There’s A Cure Fundraising Ticket

Includes UTAC Red Bead Bracelet and UTAC and Celebrity Poster

SPACE IS LIMITED. GET ADVANCED TICKETS HERE:  http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/403827

Special fundraising partnership with Until There’s A Cure®

Get Down is partnered with Until There’s A Cure®.  Until There’s A Cure® is a national organization dedicated to eradicating HIV/AIDS by raising awareness and funds to combat this pandemic. Fueled by concerns about the effects of HIV/AIDS on the lives of their children, two California mothers were inspired to create the non-profit organization Until There’s A Cure® Foundation in 1993.  The Foundation was the first non-profit organization to create and sell a bracelet to raise funds for a cause.

Inspired In New York Honors The Icon CYNDI LAUPER

An exciting evening honoring the legend Cyndi Lauper! 

Inspired In New York Honors
The Legendary Icon
CYNDI LAUPER

 
Event Date: APRIL 15, 2013 in NYC

Grammy and Emmy award winning artist, CYNDI LAUPER (Composer and Lyricist) is being honored by INSPIRED IN NEW YORK on April 15, 2013 at Tian At The Riverbank in historic Harlem, NY.  Attendance is by INVITE ONLY.

For over twenty-five years, Cyndi Lauper has been dazzling—and surprising—her fans all over the world. A multi-talented artist and one of music’s most beloved icons, she has racked up global record sales of over 50 million (and 14 Grammy nominations) and has won countless awards, from a Grammy and an Emmy to numerous honors for her tireless activism to ensure equality for all and to bring an end to gay and transgender youth homelessness through her foundation, the True Colors Fund.

In celebration of Ms. Lauper’s Broadway debut of her new musical Kinky Boots which opens on Broadway at the Hirschfeld Theatre on April 4th, the title release of Cyndi Lauper: A Memoir, the debut reality television show ‘Still So Unusual’ on WE TV and her numerous years as an innovator and trendsetter in the arts, media and entertainment industries Cyndi Lauper will receive a Congressional proclamation from the honorable Congressman Charles Rangel and a city proclamations from Manhattan Borough President Scott Stringer and Speaker of the New York City Council Christine Quinn.  

April 15th will be declared Cyndi Lauper Day in New York!

The crème de la crème of the entertainment industry will be in attendance to support and honor this legendary entertainer on her very special day.  

For press inquiries and further information contact: camille@cmegrp.com

Contributing Sponsors: CME Group, Promotional Pro Ent. and Global Network of Black Pride

RSVP at: inspirednyapril2013.eventbrite.com

Photos From "The Other City" at No More Stigma Film Series

The GET DOWN Campaign, Maysles Cinema, and partners Global Network of Black Pride, GMAD, MEGA Personalities and A-Marketing/Be Life Media screening of “The Other City” by director Susan Koch.

(From Left to Right) Kim J. Ford, founder GET DOWN campaign and No More Stigma Film Series; Ulysses Williams, VP Operations, Global Network of Black Pride and Ksisay of Maysles Cinema.

(From Left to Right) Romeo So-Leng Milan, GMAD and Kim J. Ford

Kim J. Ford kicking off the evening

Check out more photos from the event here:  http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.4362063500693.2147927.1561001943&type=1&notif_t=like

The Two Washington's Explored in "The Other City"

We just witnessed HISTORY. The second swearing in of the first African American President of the United States. With an eye on Washington – or is it "DC, The Chocolate City"– we bring you our No More Stigma Film Series at Maysles Cinema on February 7th - African American HIV Awareness Day.  Maysles Cinema, the GET DOWN Campaign and our event partners A-Marketing, MEGA Personalities, Global Network of Black Pride present the documentary film "The Other City". 

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In every city, there's another city that visitors rarely see. But this other city isn't just anywhere, it's in Washington, D.C.  The very city that is home to the capital of the most powerful country in the world has an HIV/AIDS rate that is not only the nation's highest, but rivals some African countries.  "The Other City" introduces us to the people who live in the shadow of the Capitol but remain almost invisible to the lawmakers and lobbyists who live there.

Produced by Sheila C. Johnson, “The Other City” tells the stories of people who haven’t let lack of government assistance stop them, and have taken matters into their own hands. After contracting HIV from a boyfriend who didn’t disclose he was infected, Jose Ramirez devotes his life to promoting HIV awareness among Hispanic teens. While living with AIDS and fighting desperately to keep herself and her three young children from being thrown out of their home, J’Mia Edwards realizes she can play a role in helping others. A one-time addict now living with AIDS, Ron Daniels saves lives by providing clean needles and helping drug users receive treatment. And finally, the staff of the AIDS hospice Joseph’s House struggles to provide solace to terminal patients’ last days, to deal with their own sense of loss, and their constantly declining funding.

Courtesy of Cabin Films.  Photo by Jonah Koch.  J'mia Edwards, a young mother living with AIDS, faces a 2-3 year wait for housing.

For these activists, remedies can’t be found within the confines of an office or a regular schedule: for some the work encompasses round-the-clock care-giving, and for others a never-ending trek through the squalid drug dens and clandestine park trails where people engage in risky behavior. Informal HIV/AIDS organizations are set up wherever people can congregate to share experiences and offer mutual support. Still, without financial support, large-scale progress is beyond the scope of these endeavors. In this environment, forward movement means providing comfort for the afflicted and saving as many lives as possible.

Come join us for the screening of "The Other City" at Maysles Cinema.  The event will be hosted by Richard E. Pelzer II and Ulysses Williams (Global Network of Black Pride). Doors open for a cocktail reception at 6:30pm and screening starts at 7:30pm.  Maysles Cinema is located at  343 Malcolm X Boulevard / Lenox Avenue, between 127th and 128th Street. Two blocks from the #2/#3 trains to 125th Street, near the world famous Apollo Theater.  Admission is $10.  

For advanced tickets: 

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http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/323020.    

See you there!

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African American HIV Awareness Day Screening of “The Other City”

Maysles Cinema

GET DOWN Campaign

& our event partners

A-Marketing

MEGA Personalities

Global Network of Black Pride

Invite You To A

African American HIV Awareness Day Event

NO MORE STIGMA FILM SERIES

Sex, Sexual Identity, and Sexual Health Awareness

Hosted by Richard E. Pelzer II and Ulysses Williams

The Other City

the feature documentary film by Susan Koch

Thursday, February 7^th, 2013

6:30pm Reception

7:30pm Screening

Maysles Cinema

343 Malcolm X Boulevard / Lenox Avenue

between 127th and 128th Streets

Suggested Admission Donation $10

ADVANCE TICKETS: http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/323020

MORE INFO: http://www.mayslesinstitute.org/cinema/nomorestigma.html

No Matter How You GET DOWN, Protect Yourself and Get Tested.