HIV & Health Equity
HIV disproportionately affects members of the LGBTQ+ communities of color, particularly cisgender Black and Latino gay and bisexual, transgender women, and Black women.
Find resources created through strategic partnerships with community-based organizations, national partners, and health departments, to advocate for our communities and educate the public.
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Debunking Common Myths About HIV
Read responses to myths that 'HIV is a gay disease' or a 'death sentence,' and find other important information about getting tested.
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ACTIVATE: A Transgender Justice Initiative Program
ACTIVATE: Building the Capacity of Leaders on the Frontlines
PrEP Ambassadors: A HBCU Program
Our HBCU’s PrEP Ambassador Program was created to build a network of leaders to eliminate stigma and enrich the college experience for LGBTQ+ students attending HBCUs.
Beyond the Stereotypes: A Deep Dive Into Sex Work
Sex work. We all see it across tv, in the news, or maybe even on platforms like OnlyFans, but the diverse experiences of those involved in this profession are deeper…
ELEVATE: A Transgender Justice Initiative Program
The ELEVATE Fellowship advances the leadership of BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) femmes of trans experience through peer connection and by investing in their professional development and leadership…
Mpox in 2025: What You Need to Know
Mpox is a serious viral disease that can cause fever, body aches, and a painful rash that may look like pimples or blisters. While recent outbreaks have disproportionately affected gay…
Find Sexual Health Services at Your HBCU
Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) have a critical role in ending the HIV/AIDS epidemic. Data shows that 1 in 5 new HIV diagnoses are among young people between the…
U=U Guide to Combat HIV Misinformation, Stigma and Discrimination
New biomedical advancements in HIV prevention and treatment has brought us closer than ever to ending this decades-long epidemic. We now have scientific proof that people who adhere to antiretroviral…
PrEP Access and Coverage Act
The PrEP Access and Coverage Act would require all private and public insurance plans to cover the HIV prevention pill and related services with no out-of-pocket costs for patients.
HRC’s Guide to Getting It Right: Reporting about HIV
This guide is meant to be a starting point for reporters, journalists, bloggers, and community advocates interested in covering the the HIV epidemic both accurately and compassionately.
Safer Sex for Trans Bodies (Sexo Seguro Para Los Cuerpos Trans)
The HRC Foundation, in partnership with Whitman-Walker Health, released Safer Sex for Trans Bodies, a comprehensive sexual health guide for transgender and gender expansive people and their partners.
Love Conquers Hate
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