An informative session where we'll explore community empowerment and wellness models designed to enhance cultural awareness and pride among adult transgender women of color. Participants will learn strategies on how to engage transgender women of color in providing HIV prevention/treatment. 

This session serves as a great starting point for those seeking to make a difference and will cover various topics such as understanding the legislative process, leveraging your voice effectively, federal legislative updates, and impactful methods for driving change. This introductory session offers valuable insights and sets the stage for further exploration into the realm of advocacy and activism. Don't miss out on this opportunity to equip yourself with the essential tools for driving meaningful change!

Using Community Science to Develop Culturally Relevant Interventions for ETE - The communities most impacted by HIV have been the innovators in creating interventions that make an impact in their communities. They are often not considered the scientists behind creating and curating lifesaving modalities. In this session, our guest speaker, Ian L. Haddock, will discuss the importance of community science in ending the HIV epidemic. This presentation gives tangible ways for the community to advocate for their inclusion in intervention and engaging ways for healthcare, academic, and other institutions to be more inclusive of lived experience in their programs.

Discover the crucial link between mental health disorders and HIV acquisition in our upcoming webinar, exploring how these interconnected issues amplify health disparities in marginalized communities, especially Black and Brown individuals. Gain insights into combating stigma and fostering a more inclusive healthcare system—don't miss this important conversation!