Catch the Pozzy Vibe: Empowering Each Other Weekly!
Every Monday and 2nd Tuesday at 6:00pm
ABOUT POZZY VIBES
THE POZZYVIBES TOPIC LINEUP
dating & relationships
1ST Monday of Each Month
SOCIAL & CULTURE
2ND Monday of Each Month
EN ESPAÑOL
2nd Tuesday of Each Month
SELF-CARE
3rd Monday of Each Month
ARTISTIC EXPRESSIONS
4th Monday of Each Month
MEET YOUR HOSTS!
MIGUEL FIGUEROA
Miguel is a proud native Phoenician and went to school at Trevor Brown High School (Go Bruins!) before getting his degree from ASU and is now pursuing his masters degree. Miguel loves spending his down-time hanging out with family and working out to clear his head. He loves watching Game of Thrones, Modern Family, and any kind of Action or Superhero movies. Miguel finds his passion opening the doors to folks in the community who are living with HIV who need access to services but don’t know how to get started.
Miguel speaks both English and Spanish.
Medical Case Manager
Call/Text: (623) 264-8652
Email: Miguel@RipplePHX.org
SILVANO CRUZ-ANTUNEZ
Silvano was born in Mexico City and came to the US when he was 14. He’s a huge animal lover and has 2 dogs and 1 cat, he likes to hike, talk to his plants and considers himself a little dorky with a big side of sassy. Silvano also enjoys camping and paints random stuff. His favorite restaurant is his Mom’s kitchen. Silvano has always been passionate about helping others who deal with long term illnesses and addictions. He’s passionate about combating HIV Stigma, and loves to educate people on HIV awareness, treatment and prevention options.
Silvano speaks both English and Spanish.
Early Intervention Specialist
Call/Text: (623) 264-8651
Email: Silvano@RipplePHX.org
FAQs
Since the PozzyVibe Meetups are new, we don’t technically have any frequently asked questions yet, but we put together some things we thought may come up! Please reach out to Miguel or Silvano if you have any other questions!
They’re FREE to attend! If you’re ever feeling generous, RipplePHX is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and your donations can be tax deductible and can help with the work we do in the community. But the meetups are totally FREE to attend!
PozzyVibe Meetups are open to people living with HIV, ages 18 and older.
We love our HIV allies! They help us build strong social and support networks that are important for connection and eliminating isolation often associate with HIV.
HOWEVER, the purpose of these meetups are for people with lived experience to feel safe and connected with others who are also living with HIV.
If you’re not living with HIV, you may inadvertently shift the focus away from the lived experiences and needs of those the group is designed to support. It is essential to respect the safe space where individuals can share openly with others who directly relate to their challenges, ensuring the group remains a dedicated environment for mutual understanding and support among those living with HIV.
Something you CAN do as an ally is to share the meetups with your social networks and encourage people living with HIV to attend! Sharing is caring!
Cold bottled water will be available at each meetup. Occasionally, depending on the topic, the RipplePHX team may provide some snacks or food related to the topic, or “just because”. But for the most part, only bottled water will be provided.
Phoenix Coqui is a delicious, LGBTQ+ owned Puerto Rican restaurant next door to our offices. They’re a great option for grabbing food before the meetup!
Parking is available along the side and back of our building, and extending into the neighborhood as needed. Check out this little diagram that shows approved locations to park.
YES! Valley Metro bus stops are available on all four corners of the 15th Ave and Indian School intersection!
We’d really love for you to bring your full-self to the groups without the use of drugs or alcohol. Drugs and alcohol can not be used on our property and anyone visibly impaired or intoxicated may be asked to leave and return when sober.
The MONDAY Pozzy Vibe Meetups will be held primarily in English, however, Miguel and Silvano also speak Spanish and can accommodate as needed.
The 2nd TUESDAY edition of PozzyVibes will be held only in Spanish. More Spanish groups may be added based on attendance and demand!
Not at all! Just show up!
It may take some time for you to find your voice and speak up, and that’s totally okay! But for everyone to get the most from PozzyVibes, active and respectful participation is strongly encouraged. You’re in a safe space with people facing the same things as you. Being able to learn from successes and challenges from each other is key. So, try not to be silent for too long! We wanna hear from you!
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