Stories of Protest and Intimacy

Created by Wellcome Collection

Join us for a panel discussion exploring stories of protest and intimacy in our new display, ‘Tenderness and Rage'

Join health researcher and poet Bakita Kasadha, curator Adam Rose, photographer Gideon Mendel, and advocate and activist Angelina Namiba for a panel discussion exploring stories of protest and intimacy in our new exhibition display, ‘Tenderness and Rage’.

From the UK’s AIDS epidemic in the 1980s and 1990s to global experiences of HIV today, they’ll discuss everyday acts of care and activists’ fights for dignity, rights and equitable access to treatment.

Adam will take us behind the scenes of the display, exploring the importance of sharing these stories today. Angelina will share insights from three decades of experience in the HIV sector, and her work as founder of 4M Network of Mentor Mothers living with HIV.

Gideon will reflect on two photographic projects at the heart of the display:

  • ‘The Ward’ documents the lives of patients on AIDS wards in 1990s London
  • ‘Through Positive Eyes’ shares the stories of people living with HIV worldwide today.

You’ll have the chance to ask questions after the panel discussion.

A chill-out space is available if you’d like to take a break from the activities to rest or relax. It will have low lighting, comfortable seating, cushions, mats and sensory aids such as ear defenders and toys.

Ticket holders for the in-venue event will have access to the display from 18:00 and a bar from 18:30, before the discussion starts at 19:00. The event will also be live-streamed and recorded – book an online ticket below to receive information on how to join us online.

Event details

When: Thu 11 Jun 2026, 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm

Format: Hybrid

Venue:
Wellcome Collection
183 Euston Road
London NW1 2BE
United Kingdom

Cost: Free

Access & inclusion

This event includes BSL interpreters.

Access features

  • BSL interpreters
  • Live captions / STTR
  • Wheelchair access
  • Hearing loop
  • Quiet space

More access info

If you’re planning a visit to Wellcome Collection or need help while you’re here, our staff have been trained to support visitors with accessibility needs. Call or email us if you have any questions or feedback about accessibility at Wellcome Collection.

Visitor Experience and Engagement

+44 (0)20 7611 2222

info@wellcomecollection.org

https://wellcomecollection.org/visit-us/accessibility

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Wellcome Collection

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