About me
Kenya Hutton is a dedicated social justice, equity, HIV prevention, and sexual health advocate who has spent over 20 years addressing health determinants among communities heavily affected by HIV and other health disparities. His comprehensive approach to advocacy spans local and national levels, with particular focus on LGBTQ+ young adults and members of the House/Ball community.
Throughout his distinguished career, Hutton has received numerous accolades recognizing his service, including the Dorian Corey Wisdom Award, the Michael J. Harrington Humanitarian Award, the Award of Excellence from the Washington DC Ballroom Coalition, and the DC Black Pride Presidents Award. These honors reflect his sustained commitment to uplifting marginalized communities through both direct service and systemic advocacy.
In 2019, Hutton collaborated with local nonprofits and the DC Health Department to develop an innovative educational program providing employment opportunities for ballroom community members interested in becoming certified Community Health Workers. This initiative demonstrates his approach of combining community knowledge with professional development to create sustainable pathways for economic empowerment.
As co-founder of the Capitol Ballroom Council, Inc., a Washington D.C.-based nonprofit organization, Hutton has been instrumental in ensuring ballroom culture receives recognition as a vibrant, resilient community worthy of praise and support from mainstream organizations. His leadership has enabled ballroom leaders to develop programming and advocacy initiatives that center community needs and expertise.
In recent years, Hutton has emerged as a leading voice addressing substance use within the ballroom community, particularly crystal methamphetamine use, while developing systems to provide relief support during the COVID-19 pandemic and MPOX outbreak. His work consistently demonstrates dedication to enhancing the health, economic, and social well-being of marginalized and disenfranchised communities.
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