As part of Whitman-Walker’s 40th anniversary, officially January 13, 2018, we’re sharing 40 stories to help tell the narrative of Whitman-Walker in community. Meet Antonio, a graphic artist, poet and former Whitman-Walker Youth Services ambassador with REALTalk DC. Through REALTalk DC, Antonio became a sexual health resource to his peers and community. “Every day at REALTalk DC I see non-judgmental people. People that actually care about your well-being and truly do love you.”

Learn more about Michael’s story, press play!

Please note this story was recorded in 2016.

Antonio at Floetic Fridays, a monthly open mic night at the REALTalk Peer Education Center in Eastern Market.

At the 30th Anniversary of the Walk & 5K to End HIV, formerly AIDS Walk Washington, at Freedom Plaza in 2016.