Jesse Freidin

Jesse Freidin (he/him) is a queer photographer and author. His award-winning series Are You OK? addresses the dangerous wave of anti-trans legislation sweeping the country in a passionate attempt to erase stigma and elevate the voices of those most affected. Jesse’s work has been featured in The New York Times, NPR, Vogue, and more. He is the winner of the 2023 Critical Mass TOP 50 Award and the author of three books: When Dogs Heal: Powerful Stories of People Living with HIV and the Dogs That Saved Them; Finding Shelter: Portraits of Love, Healing and Survival; and Are You OK?.

PAST PERFORMANCES

• Becoming a Man