Louis "Kengi" Carr is a California native, born and raised in Santa Monica. He is a published photographer, writer and guest speaker. Formerly a private chef and events caterer, this formerly homeless, HIV positive, proud Angelino is now a activist and advocate for people with HIV and homeless individuals. He is the creator/founder of Project Kengikat, Do Something Saturday, Unplugging HIV and the author of two books, 29 Months and Occupy Los Angeles. He is also the LA Correspondent for Positive Lite Magazine based in Canada. His bi-weekly column 'Kengi Does Canda' takes on social issues surrounding HIV or AIDS, access to housing and healthcare, poverty and homelessness.

A lover of photography, music, blogging, vlogging & USC Football, Kengi has been rediscovering his love for Los Angeles, ceramics, painting and cooking while elevating the conversations of HIV, homelessness and poverty . He enjoys being outdoors, spending quality time with his friends and his rescue dog Dodger.