Zambia: Artists celebrate PEPFAR Success Stories in Zambia (April 2008)

	ZAMBIA   Michael Koplovsky, Deputy Chief of Mission in Zambia,   examines "Da Uzual Suspect," a multi-media installation   with artist Kilarenz Albert. The piece was created by Albert   and Rob van Acker. Photo by Zambia PEPFAR Team		Artists celebrate PEPFAR Success Stories in Zambia The success of Zambia in fighting HIV/AIDS was recently celebrated at an art opening sponsored by the U.S. Embassy in Lusaka, Zambia. The opening, hosted by the Public Affairs Section, featured the works of 26 Zambian artists. The works underscored the tenacity and courage shown by Zambian people in their fight against the disease, and reflected how the U.S. Government has helped in this effort through PEPFAR. The artists, members of the Visual Arts Council, pursued the theme of “Transforming Lives Through ART.” The artists were able to sell many of the pieces on display, further reaching out to the community with visual images promoting social responsibility and HIV/AIDS awareness.