Native Son has announced a program called Native Son Fellowship, which is designed to support Black LGBTQ+ content creators and cultural leaders shaping conversations around wellness and HIV awareness.
The fellowship represents a significant new chapter in the company’s commitment to advancing health equity and investing in community voices who can amplify culturally competent HIV prevention.
The fellowship marks a natural extension of the longstanding partnership between Gilead Sciences and Native Son, a movement which aims to create a safe space where the Black queer community can fellowship, celebrate and empower each other.
Fellows will participate in a series of experiences throughout Native Son’s 10th Anniversary Weekend including a fireside conversation with R&B singer, actor Terrell Carter and playwright and actor Jordan E. Cooper.
Fellows will continue their engagement through a post-event advisory roundtable and ongoing content creation focused on health equity, HIV awareness and community wellness.
The inaugural fellowship cohort includes a diverse group of Black LGBTQ+ creators, artists, journalists, cultural commentators and advocates whose work spans media, mental health, fashion, visual art, storytelling and community engagement.
