Interactive AIDS Exhibit Strengthens Grassroots Movements

By Eric Young - Christian Post
Wednesday, August 13, 2008 - Web Link
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August 13, 2008

Hundreds in the Los Angeles area this week will take the opportunity to walk in the steps of a child living in an AIDS-affected community in Africa through a nationally touring interactive exhibit.

“World Vision Experience: AIDS” opened its doors to the people of LA Monday, marking the beginning of the weeklong exhibit with an opening ceremony at Holman United Methodist Church.

The Los Angeles District of The United Methodist Church and World Vision Southern California are presenting the innovative exhibit from Aug. 11 to Aug. 18 in order to engage the community on the issue of how AIDS is devastating parts of Africa.

“World Vision is providing local residents of Los Angeles with an opportunity to see, hear and experience in a personal way the lives of children whose worlds have been devastated by AIDS,” said the Rev. Dr. Cedrick Bridgeforth, superintendent of the Los Angeles District of The United Methodist Church, in a released statement.

“Our people are excited to host the exhibit and invite the local community to come join us as we do our part to make a difference in the lives of those most affected by this disease – our children.”

During the opening ceremony on Monday, more than 120 people were challenged to take action against one of the deadliest diseases in recorded history.

“You don’t have to have money,” said the Honorable Mrs. Kgopotso John, who attended as a representative for the South African Consulate. “You bring everything you have to the one that you love.”

John pointed out that more than medication, what AIDS victims lacked were the basic needs – such as food and shelter.