Curated by Homies Unidos
Please Join us and our partners from Homies Unidos on
Thursday, February 8th, 2024 from 6-9:30 PM for the opening reception of the exhibition INSIDE|OUTSIDE.
Admission is free.
All ages are welcome.
Light refreshments provided.
SCHEDULE:
6:00 PM - DOORS OPEN
7:00 PM - Welcoming - Birgit Ostermeier (Goethe-Institut)
7:05 PM - Introduction to the exhibition - Fredid Toledo (Homies Unidos)
7:15 PM - Poetry by
Carlos Heredia
7:25 PM - Discussion with
Esmeralda Aparicio
8:00 PM - Introductions from Vendors/Partners +
Grubsy, Millie Gutierrez, Maritza Fernandez.
8:10 PM - Hip Hop Performance by
Symbolic.
8:20 PM - Guided tour through exhibition with Homies Unidos
9:30 PM - End of event
Curated by Homies Unidos, the interdisciplinary exhibition INSIDE|OUTSIDE seeks to raise awareness about the challenges faced by immigrants entangled in the criminal justice system. Many of these individuals, at risk of deportation upon release, leave behind children and families who suffer their absence deeply. In presenting the work and poetry of currently and formerly incarcerated individuals and their families, INSIDE|OUTSIDE gives voice to their stories through their work, revealing their struggles, hopes, and dreams. This powerful showcase and the accompanying programs delve into the dual realities of being confined within prison walls and marginalized on the fringes of society upon release, confronting the harsh aspects of deportation, including the potential for re-incarceration in their home countries.
Serving the Pico-Union, Westlake, and Koreatown communities, Homies Unidos presents trauma-informed and culturally competent art, education, and leadership development activities tied to social justice advocacy programs.
The exhibition can also be viewed during events and at the following times:
During Office Hours: Feb 8th, 2024 - March 8th, 2024
Tuesday–Thursdays: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Fridays: 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Secure, free Parking is available at Metro/Retail parking structure with rear entrance to the Goethe-Institut located at
674 S. Westlake Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90057
Public transport is possible with the red line to MacArthur Park/Westlake stop. Using carpool or ride-share options are appreciated.
INSIDE|OUTSIDE is part of the Neighborhood Interpretive Center, a hyperlocal initiative of cultural programs that focus on and uplift the MacArthur Park/Westlake neighborhood and surrounding areas.
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