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Did you know that discrimination hinders access to HIV care for millions worldwide? This Zero Discrimination Day, let's commit to breaking down these barriers and ensuring everyone has the right to health. Discrimination against marginalized communities, including women, girls, and LGBTQ+ individuals, remains a significant obstacle to achieving health equity. These harmful practices violate fundamental rights and impede access to essential HIV services. This year, let's take action: Uphold the rights of all individuals. Advocate for the removal of discriminatory laws and policies. Stand with marginalized communities in their fight for equality. Support organizations working towards health equity. Everyone has the right to health. Let's make it happen! #ZeroDiscriminationDay #HumanRights #HealthForAll #TogetherWeCan #EndAIDS #StandUpForEquality #UN #UNAIDS #HealthEquity #HealthEquality #CulturalHumility United Nations

Trans rights are #HumanRights! This #TransDayOfVisibility, and every day, we stand firmly by our trans siblings in the HIV community and beyond. We won’t rest while marginalisation and stigma affect the health and wellbeing of trans, non-binary and gender non-conforming people. The trans community continues to be disproportionately affected by HIV as a result of healthcare systems that fail to meet their needs. To tackle HIV we must work towards ending all forms of discrimination. We are still waiting for the #ConversionTherapy ban promised over 5 years ago. Conversion therapy isn’t banned unless it’s banned for ALL. A trans-inclusive ban is vital for LGBT+ justice, and for health justice too.

LGBT healthcare facts: LGBT elders are twice as likely to live alone and be single, and 3-4 times less likely to have children. LGBT elders suffer significant health disparities, including high blood pressure, cholesterol, diabetes, heart disease, HIV/AIDS, etc. Social isolation affects many LGBT elders as they deal with stigma and discrimination in their daily lives and in our country's aging system. In a recent survey, only 22% of respondents felt they could be open about their LGBT identities with facility staff. 89% predicted that staff would discriminate based on their sexual orientations and/or gender identities, and 43% reported instances of mistreatment. Call us today for information about our services, 561-202-1266.

Looking forward to participating in this conversation. Project 2025 is something we should all be paying attention to. It is not just a political agenda; it is a potential catalyst for deepening health inequities that have been decades in the making. Recognizing that this is just the latest in decades-long attempts to redraw political and health landscapes in this nation is pivotal. In the 70s, after the success of the Civil Rights movement, we saw the radical response of the far-right, with the Southern Strategy. Its utilization of racial tensions to reshape electoral politics and stratify healthcare services lead to detrimental health outcomes for minority and underserved populations. In the 80s, we saw the implementation of Reaganomics and its cuts to social services, leading to reduced access to healthcare, disproportionately affecting communities of color. Join us in this dynamic discussion in July.

LGBT healthcare facts: LGBT elders are twice as likely to live alone and be single, and 3-4 times less likely to have children. LGBT elders suffer significant health disparities, including high blood pressure, cholesterol, diabetes, heart disease, HIV/AIDS, etc. Social isolation affects many LGBT elders as they deal with stigma and discrimination in their daily lives and in our country's aging system. In a recent survey, only 22% of respondents felt they could be open about their LGBT identities with facility staff. 89% predicted that staff would discriminate based on their sexual orientations and/or gender identities, and 43% reported instances of mistreatment. Call us today for information about our services, 561-202-1266.

Open Briefing worth keeping in mind….

February is LGBT+ History Month and this year's theme celebrates the LGBT+ community's contributions to the field of #Medicine. 🌈🔬 Arguably one of the community's biggest impacts was in the development of modern #PatientAdvocacy, a topic we discussed with Neil Bertelsen as he relayed the story of how HIV patients shaped a whole new approach to patient/regulator engagement. "What happened in those last years of the 1980s was something that we hadn’t seen before: a genuine coming together of both the medical community and the patient community, where we became hand-in-glove, basically learning at the same speed." We stand on the shoulders of these giants 🙏 Learn more about how HIV patients became the architects of modern patient advocacy here 👇https://hubs.li/Q02jtNd-0 #LGBTPlusHistory #UnderTheScope

Register today and join the webinar "Responding to Project 2025’s Threats to Science, Rights and Resources" EATG co-sponsors this webinar 📆 Tuesday, July 9, 2024 🕒 15.00 - 16.30 CET (9 AM - 10:30 AM eastern) 🔻 Click below to register https://lnkd.in/dBPCqZXd Description: Project 2025 is part of an ongoing multi-pronged backlash to the sexual and reproductive health, gender and LGBTQ+ movements. It is likely the national game plan of a Trump administration should he win the US presidential election in November. This has serious implications for both domestic and foreign policies and programs for our communities and beyond. Building on the experience of the HIV movement in fighting these same far-right forces, this webinar will discuss potential responses through the lens of HIV affected communities and programs. Speakers: Clare Byarugaba, Chapter Four Uganda  Sean Cahill, The Fenway Institute Aleksei Lakhov, EuroNPUD Will Ramirez, Southern AIDS Coalition Beirne Roose-Synder, Council on Global Equality Moderators: Anne-christine d’Adesky, Stop the Coup 2025 Allan Maleche, KELIN Co-sponsors: European AIDS Treatment Group EuroNPUD The Fenway Institute Funders Concerned About AIDS GSSG Foundation KELIN Southern AIDS Coalition Stop the Coup 2025 AVAC #TheChoiceAgenda #Project2025

Imagine this: you're in a new relationship, things are going great, but the conversation about sexual health feels awkward and uncomfortable. This hesitancy to talk openly can be especially prevalent within the LGBTQ+ community, where concerns about stigma and judgment can create barriers to essential conversations. So, why are open conversations about HIV and sexual health so important? Prevention: Open communication allows partners to discuss risk factors, testing experiences, and prevention methods like condoms and PrEP. 🔹 Early Detection: Regular testing is crucial for early diagnosis and treatment. Open communication can encourage partners to get tested together and support each other throughout the process. 🔹 Building Trust: Honest conversations about sexual health can build trust and intimacy within a relationship. But how do we overcome the fear of judgment and have open conversations? 🔹 Start Small: Initiate conversations in a safe and relaxed setting. 🔹 Focus on Shared Goals: Frame the conversation as a way to ensure your and your partner's health and well-being. 🔹 Be Respectful: Actively listen to your partner's concerns and create a safe space for open communication. Remember: You're not alone! Many resources are available to help navigate these conversations. MIST can be a valuable resource specifically for the LGBTQ+ community for tips and support. #OpenConversation #LGBTQHealth #HIVPrevention To book a free HIV self Testing KiT - https://lnkd.in/ddfDVJfW PrEP consultation- https://lgbtq.co.in/prep/ For Mental Health consultation - https://lnkd.in/dtMf4bKJ

I am deeply disturbed by the case of Caymir Weaver, a 23-year-old individual who is currently incarcerated in Ohio for allegedly exposing someone to HIV. What makes this case even more troubling is the fact that Weaver could not transmit the virus in the first place. Ohio has a total of six laws that criminalize living with HIV, leading to numerous prosecutions in recent years. These laws are not only unjust but also perpetuate harmful stigmas surrounding HIV and AIDS. They only serve to further marginalize and discriminate against individuals living with the virus. Weaver's case highlights the urgent need for reform in Ohio's legal system. We must educate ourselves and others about the realities of HIV transmission and work towards dismantling discriminatory laws that do more harm than good. Living with HIV should not be a criminal offence. It is a public health issue that requires compassion, support, and access to proper healthcare. Instead of punishing individuals for their HIV status, we should focus on promoting comprehensive sex education, increasing access to preventative measures such as PrEP, and destigmatizing HIV and AIDS. As a society, we must do better. We must advocate for the rights of individuals living with HIV and push for legislative change. Together, we can create a more inclusive and supportive environment for all members of our community, regardless of their HIV status. #HIV #AIDS #Healthcare #HumanRights #Advocacy LGBT LGBT Foundation LGBTQ REAL LGBTI+ Business Conference