BU Wellness Network

06/03/2026

Happy Pride Month from BU Wellness Network!

Pride is about more than celebration, it’s about honoring the courage, resilience, and contributions of those who have fought for equality, justice, and the right to live authentically. This month, we also want to recognize the profound impact of LGBTQ+ leaders, advocates, and community members whose voices and activism have shaped movements for change.

Tell us: What are you proud of this Pride Month? Share your Pride and your story in the comments below.

At BU Wellness Network, we are proud to stand with and serve all communities, especially those whose identities and experiences have too often been marginalized. We remain committed to creating spaces where everyone is seen, heard, respected, and empowered.

💜 We celebrate Black Pride.
🖤 We celebrate LGBTQ+ Pride.
🤝 We celebrate community.

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06/03/2026

This Week at BU Wellness Network!

We have a great week of wellness, support, and community activities planned for everyone.

Special Highlight: The 4th Annual Long-Term Survivors Summit

This Friday, June 5, 2026, we invite you to attend our Long-Term Survivors Summit from
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM at Ivy Tech Community College & Culinary Conference Center, 2820 N. Meridian Street, Indianapolis, IN 46208.

This empowering event celebrates resilience, honors long-term survivors, and brings together community members, advocates, and service providers for a day of education, inspiration, and connection.

🎟️ FREE tickets are available now!
👉 Reserve your spot! Link in comments!

We look forward to seeing you this week and celebrating the strength of our community together. ❤️

06/02/2026

Last year’s summit welcomed more than 200 attendees from across Indiana, bringing together healthcare professionals, social workers, advocates, faith leaders, policymakers, and people with lived experience for powerful conversations that are shaping the future of HIV care and healthy aging.

Gilead Sciences, thank you for powering this event along with ViiV Healthcare, The Health Foundation of Greater Indianapolis, Damien Center and a host of community partners!

This year’s 4th Annual Long-Term Survivors Summit is your opportunity to:

✅ Learn the latest developments in HIV, aging, and long-term survivorship

✅ Hear directly from people living with HIV and understand the real-world impact of policy, stigma, and healthcare access

✅ Explore innovative approaches to community engagement, transportation access, social support, and health equity

✅ Connect with public health leaders, providers, community-based organizations, and advocates from across Indiana

✅ Gain insights that can strengthen your programs, partnerships, and outcomes

Most importantly, you’ll discover how we can work together to help individuals not just survive—but thrive.

🎟️ FREE to attend

📅 June 5, 2026 | 10 AM – 4 PM

📍 Ivy Tech Community College & Culinary Conference CenterIndianapolis, Indiana

Whether you work in public health, healthcare, social services, education, advocacy, or community outreach, this summit offers practical knowledge, meaningful connections, and inspiration you can bring back to the communities you serve.

Together, we can build healthier futures, reduce stigma, strengthen support systems, and create pathways for long-term wellness for all.

IndianaPublicHealth

05/25/2026

05/22/2026

We are happy to provide services Center Township Trustee of Marion County, Ind..

Thank you for being a pillar in the community.

🏁 PREVENTION PIT STOP 🏁
Take the wheel. Own your health. ❤️🖤

Join us for this FREE community health event in partnership with BU Wellness Network and the Center Township Trustee’s Office.

📅 Tuesday, May 26, 2026
⏰ 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
📍 Julia M. Carson Government Center
300 E. Fall Creek Pkwy N Dr.

What to expect:
✔️ Sexual health resources
✔️ Confidential HIV/STI testing sign-up
✔️ Free giveaways
✔️ Incentives for participation

We’re bringing resources directly to the community in a safe, stigma-free environment because your health matters. 💯

For questions call:
📞 317-633-3610 Ext. 3618

05/20/2026

May’s Ladies of the League Feature: Chavonne Henderson ✨

Meet one of our featured Lady of the League, Chavonne Henderson, the visionary Owner and Lead Interior Designer of DNA Development & Construction!

Chavonne is a talented general contractor with a passion for designing and transforming spaces. She absolutely loves taking a raw, neglected house or building and evolving it into a breathtaking showpiece.

“I value the opportunity to connect, in real-time, with like-minded Black folks who celebrate each other,” Chavonne shares. We are thrilled to celebrate you and your incredible contributions to our community this May!

To learn more about her design and construction work, check out DNA Development & Construction.

Join us in the comments below in congratulating Chavonne! 🥂