Confessions
There are an estimated 50,000 Latinas living with HIV in the United States today. In 2020, there were 5,450 new HIV infections in women. Confessions is a podcast that follows the lives of 6 women who share their journeys.
The women in this podcast courageously share their stories and the pain they've endured, raising awareness and breaking down barriers. Their voices are powerful and necessary in promoting empathy. Let's listen and learn from their experiences.
This podcast is brought to you by the Los Angeles Family AIDS Network in collaboration with Women Together and produced by mejia.tv
For more information about the Los Angeles Family AIDS Network visit lafan.org
facebook.com/LAFAN1
Instagram; @lafamilyaidsnetwork
HIV data obtained at cdc.gov/hiv
To find HIV testing, treatment, and other resources visit https://locator.hiv.gov/
Produced by:
Natalie Sanchez
Elia Silveyra
Francisco Valdes
Se estima que hoy en día hay 50,000 Latinas que viven con VIH en los Estados Unidos. En el ano 2020, hubo 5,450 nuevas infecciones de VIH en mujeres. Confesiones es un podcast que sigue la vida de 6 mujeres que comparten sus historias.
Las mujeres en este podcast comparten con valentía sus historias y el dolor que han aguantado, creando conciencia y derribando barreras. Sus voces son poderosas y necesarias para promover la empatía. Escuchemos y aprendamos de sus experiences.
Este podcast es presentado por Los Angeles Family AIDS Network en colaboración con Women Together y producido por mejia.tv
Para obtener más información sobre Los Angeles Family AIDS Network visite lafan.org
facebook.com/LAFAN1
Instagram: @lafamilyaidsnetwork
Datos sobre el VIH obtenidos en cdc.gov/hiv
Para encontrar pruebas, tratamientos y otros recursos del VIH, visite https://locator.hiv.gov/
Producido por:
Natalie Sanchez
Jazmin Rojano
Elia Silveyra
Confessions
Being Bridgette
Welcome to Episode 4 of the Confessions Podcast, Season Two, where we delve into the heart and soul of resilience and purpose in the face of adversity. This episode introduces you to Bridgette, a remarkable woman whose life took an unexpected turn at the age of 40. Born and raised in Inglewood, California, Bridgette's story is one of courage, transformation, and the power of finding one's voice amidst life's most challenging moments.
At 51, Bridgette is not only a loving mother but also a dedicated nurse, a profession she embraced later in life, symbolizing her unwavering commitment to caring for others. However, Bridgette's journey took a pivotal turn when she was diagnosed with HIV, a moment that reshaped her existence and set her on a path to advocacy and empowerment. In this unfiltered conversation, Bridgette shares the raw and honest emotions of the day she received her diagnosis, the complex process of disclosing her status to friends and family, and how she navigated the storm of emotions that followed.
But Bridgette's story doesn't end with her diagnosis. Instead, she turned a moment of despair into a mission of hope, using her experience to make a positive impact. Through her column, 'Being Bridgette,' featured in POSITIVELY AWARE, one of the most trusted sources of HIV treatment and advocacy news, Bridgette offers insights, support, and inspiration to others walking a similar path. Her voice is a beacon of strength, encouraging an open dialogue about living with HIV and challenging the stigma and misconceptions that often surround the virus.
Join us in this powerful episode as Bridgette takes us through her journey of self-discovery, the search for purpose, and her unyielding dedication to making a difference. Her story is a testament to the strength of the human spirit and the profound impact of turning personal trials into a source of empowerment and advocacy. 'Confessions' Season Two is dedicated to amplifying the voices of black women like Bridgette, whose experiences remind us of the importance of compassion, understanding, and collective action in the fight against HIV. Do not miss this inspiring episode of courage, hope, and transformation.
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This podcast is brought to you by the Los Angeles Family AIDS Network