Family Acceptance Saves Lives
This September, HRC marks National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month by recognizing the fundamental role parents play in fostering a safe and inclusive community for young people.
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HRC Recognizes Suicide Prevention Awareness Month
This September, HRC marks National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, reaffirming our commitment to preventing suicide and supporting the well being of LGBTQ youth and adults in our communities.
Congresswoman Alma Adams Introduces LGBTQ Youth Sexual Health Education Legislation
Congresswoman Alma Adams announces the introduction of the YASHS Act, a bill that would provide sexual health services to marginalized youth.
The Importance of Intersectionality: Minority Mental Health and Foster Care
Since 2008, July has been designated Minority Mental Health Month, bringing awareness to the mental health experiences of minority and marginalized communities.
HRC Submits Public Comment Regarding National Survey of Older Americans Act Participants
HRC submitted a public comment in response to the Administration on Community Living's proposed revisions to the 2017 National Survey of Older Americans Act Participants.
American Osteopathic Association Adopts Resolution Against Harmful “Conversion Therapy”
The passing of this resolution essentially prohibits any board-certified and practicing osteopathic physician in the United States from engaging in this harmful practice.
The Need to Protect and Expand LGBTQ Health Services
A new study published this month that looks at the origins, evolution and landscape of LGBTQ community health centers finds that while these health centers have historically been a major…
Senate Republicans Blindly Advance Trump-Pence-McConnell Agenda to Repeal ACA
Shameful proposal to strip health care from millions of Americans clears major procedural hurdle.
What You Need to Know About the Fiscal Year 2018 Labor, Health and Human Services Bill
The House Appropriations Committee approved the Fiscal Year 2018 Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education Appropriations bill that allocates funding for domestic HIV & AIDS and sex education programs.
Minority Mental Health is #NotACharacterFlaw
In minority and marginalized communities, mental health is often considered a taboo or weakness.
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