BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//HealthHIV - ECPv6.18.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:HealthHIV X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://healthhiv.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for HealthHIV REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20280312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20281105T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T133000 DTSTAMP:20260902T182105Z CREATED:20260902T181920Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T182105Z UID:10000076-1790078400-1790083800@healthhiv.org SUMMARY:Carrying More Than Life: Black Maternal Health and HIV DESCRIPTION:Black women continue to experience disproportionate maternal health challenges\, including higher rates of pregnancy-related complications\, barriers to quality healthcare\, and inequitable health outcomes. For women living with HIV or seeking HIV prevention services\, these challenges may be further complicated by stigma\, misinformation\, and gaps in access to culturally responsive care. \n\n\n\nThis webinar will explore the intersection of Black maternal health and HIV through clinical expertise\, lived experience\, and community perspectives. Participants will learn about maternal health disparities\, HIV prevention and treatment during pregnancy\, and strategies for navigating healthcare systems and advocating for quality care. Through an engaging discussion\, faculty will also examine the role of mental wellness\, support systems\, and community in promoting healthy pregnancies\, positive birth outcomes\, and overall well-being for Black women and their families. \n\n\n\nLearning Objectives\n\n\n\nUpon completion of this activity\, participants will be able to: \n\n\n\n\nDiscuss maternal health disparities and factors that impact pregnancy and birth outcomes among Black women\n\n\n\nDescribe considerations related to HIV prevention\, treatment\, and care before\, during\, and after pregnancy\n\n\n\nIdentify strategies for navigating healthcare systems and advocating for equitable\, culturally responsive maternal care\n\n\n\nExplore the role of mental wellness\, community support\, and resilience in promoting positive maternal health outcomes\n\n\n\n\nFaculty\n\n\n\n\nCourtney Townsel\, MD MSc\, is an Assistant Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Maryland. She received her undergraduate degree at Howard University in Washington\, DC before returning to her home state of Florida for medical school at the University of South Florida. She completed her Obstetrics and Gynecology Residency at George Washington University. After completing her Maternal-Fetal Medicine Fellowship and a Master of Science in Clinical and Translational Research at the University of Connecticut\, Dr. Townsel has remained in academic medicine and is currently the Director of Perinatal Research at the University of Maryland. Dr. Townsel’s research interests include health disparities\, substance use disorders in pregnancy\, and translational research. Her current research centers on placental epigenetic regulation of fetal opioid exposure.\n\n\n\nLynette Trawick is a writer\, advocate\, and community builder who uses her voice to empower women living with HIV. She is the Founder and Executive Director of I Am U\, a nonprofit dedicated to creating safe\, healing spaces for women impacted by HIV\, intimate partner violence\, and complex trauma. Lynette is also a behavioral counselor\, wellness coach\, trained birth doula\, and the author of From Diagnosis to Destiny\, a memoir sharing her journey of faith\, resilience\, and self-discovery. As a blogger for A Girl Like Me\, she writes to help normalize HIV\, break down stigma\, and remind women everywhere that they are not alone in their journeys.\n\n\n\nCiarra “Ci Ci” Brown is a dedicated advocate and the Director of Programs for The Well Project\, a nonprofit organization serving women living with and vulnerable to an HIV diagnosis. As a Board-Certified Human Services Practitioner\, she combines professional expertise with lived experience to champion inclusive\, patient-centered care.  URL:https://healthhiv.org/event/carrying-more-than-life/ CATEGORIES:Capacity Building,Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://healthhiv.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Header-EMP-CarryingMoreThanLife.jpg LOCATION:https://healthhiv.org/event/carrying-more-than-life/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261014T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261014T130000 DTSTAMP:20260904T192030Z CREATED:20260904T192030Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T192030Z UID:10000078-1791979200-1791982800@healthhiv.org SUMMARY:Drug Affordability in Practice: Who Saves\, Who Pays\, and What Happens to Access? DESCRIPTION:Prescription drug affordability policies are increasingly shaping how states\, public programs\, health plans\, and other payers approach medication costs\, impacting access and affordability downstream across public and private coverage. \n\n\n\nJoin HealthHIV and its partners—AiArthritis\, the Partnership to Improve Patient Care (PIPC)\, the Partnership for Safe Medicines\, and the Rare Access Action Project (RAAP)—for a live webinar that will examine where savings are anticipated to occur\, who likely benefits\, and how payment decisions can impact: coverage\, reimbursement\, benefit design\, provider and pharmacy practices\, patient assistance programs\, and out-of-pocket costs.  \n\n\n\nThe discussion will cover: \n\n\n\n\nState Prescription Drug Affordability Board (PDAB) and Council activities and Upper Payment Limits (UPLs) in states with that authority\n\n\n\nMedicaid Pharmacy & Therapeutics (P&T) Committees and Drug Utilization Review (DUR) processes—and other broader payer and utilization-management decisions\n\n\n\nFederal Drug Pricing Policy and Medicare Maximum Fair Price (MFP) under the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) URL:https://healthhiv.org/event/drug-affordability-in-practice/ CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Capacity Building ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://healthhiv.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Header-ADV-DrugAffordability.jpg LOCATION:https://healthhiv.org/event/drug-affordability-in-practice/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T130000 DTSTAMP:20261005T200708Z CREATED:20261005T200708Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261005T200708Z UID:10000081-1792497600-1792501200@healthhiv.org SUMMARY:The Strong Black Woman Myth: Reclaiming Rest\, Healing\, and Support DESCRIPTION:October 20\, 2026 • 12:00pm Eastern\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Register Now \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n\nBlack women often navigate unique stressors while balancing personal\, family\, professional\, and community responsibilities. While resilience is frequently celebrated\, the expectation to remain strong at all times can create barriers to seeking support\, prioritizing self-care\, and addressing mental health and sexual health needs. \n\n\n\nThis webinar explores the mental health experiences of Black women through both clinical and community-centered perspectives\, highlighting the connections between emotional well-being\, HIV education\, and prevention. Participants will learn about common mental health challenges\, the impact of stress and trauma\, and how these experiences can influence sexual health decisions and engagement with HIV prevention services. Faculty will discuss healthy coping strategies\, HIV testing\, pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP)\, and practical approaches for building emotional resilience\, setting boundaries\, and accessing culturally responsive care. By centering the experiences of Black women\, this session aims to reduce mental health and HIV-related stigma\, promote open dialogue\, and support holistic approaches to wellness and prevention. \n\n\n\nLearning Objectives\n\n\n\nUpon completion of this activity\, participants will be able to: \n\n\n\n\nDiscuss common mental health challenges and stressors that impact Black women’s emotional well-being and engagement with HIV prevention services\n\n\n\nIdentify strategies for building resilience\, establishing healthy boundaries\, and supporting mental and sexual wellness\n\n\n\nDescribe HIV prevention options\, including HIV testing and PrEP\, and the role of culturally responsive care and community resources in supporting access\n\n\n\nIdentify approaches for reducing mental health and HIV-related stigma and fostering open conversations within Black communities\n\n\n\n\nFaculty\n\n\n\nKristin Easley\, MA\, NCC\, LPC \n\n\n\nKristin Easley is a Licensed Professional Counselor\, National Certified Counselor (NCC)\, and credentialed mental health therapist dedicated to helping individuals\, couples\, and families navigate emotional\, psychological\, and behavioral challenges. She holds a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and brings a compassionate\, client-centered approach to fostering healing\, resilience\, and personal growth. With extensive experience in clinical mental health counseling and healthcare services\, Kristin has successfully supported clients through a wide range of concerns\, including anxiety\, depression\, trauma\, substance use\, life transitions\, and family dynamics. Her therapeutic approach incorporates evidence-based interventions such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)\, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)\, psychoeducational group facilitation\, parent skills training\, assertiveness training\, coping skills development\, behavioral modification planning\, and crisis intervention. \n\n\n\nKnown for her empathy\, professionalism\, and ethical practice\, Kristin is skilled at creating safe\, supportive environments where clients from diverse backgrounds feel heard\, respected\, and empowered. Her expertise extends to conducting mental health assessments\, navigating complex behavioral health systems\, and collaborating across healthcare networks\, including TRICARE\, Veterans Choice\, and Community Care Network programs. Kristin’s work is grounded in a commitment to holistic well-being\, cultural responsiveness\, and helping individuals build the tools needed to achieve lasting emotional health and meaningful life change. Her strengths in leadership\, communication\, confidentiality\, and relationship-building continue to make her a trusted advocate and resource for those seeking support on their mental health journey. URL:https://healthhiv.org/event/the-strong-black-woman-myth/ CATEGORIES:Capacity Building,Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://healthhiv.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Header-EMP-StrongBlackWoman.jpg LOCATION:https://healthhiv.org/event/the-strong-black-woman-myth/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T133000 DTSTAMP:20260904T134608Z CREATED:20260904T134608Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T134608Z UID:10000077-1792670400-1792675800@healthhiv.org SUMMARY:The Power of Peer Voices: Engaging Youth in HIV Prevention and Care DESCRIPTION:October 22\, 2026 | 12:00pm Eastern\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Register Now \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nPeer educators play a vital role in connecting young people to HIV prevention and care through trusted\, culturally responsive conversations. This webinar highlights two successful peer-led programs – one serving young men who have sex with men and another engaging Black women. Through presentations and a panel discussion featuring trained peer educators\, participants will gain practical strategies for building youth-centered programs that increase engagement\, reduce stigma\, and improve access to HIV prevention and care for youth aged 15-24. \n\n\n\nLearning Objectives:  \n\n\n\n\nDescribe the value of peer-led approaches in engaging youth in HIV prevention\, testing\, treatment\, and ongoing care\n\n\n\nCompare strategies used to effectively engage vulnerable communities through culturally responsive\, peer-driven programming\n\n\n\nIdentify practical approaches for recruiting\, training\, supporting\, and sustaining peer educators to improve youth engagement and health outcomes.\n\n\n\n\nFaculty: \n\n\n\n\nMaranda Ward EdD\, MPH\n\n\n\nPrincess Jauan Durbin\, MS\n\n\n\nIsabella Marte\n\n\n\nLorenzo Frepoli\, BFA\n\n\n\nReginald “R.J.” Chandler Jr.\n\n\n\nNoa Aviles URL:https://healthhiv.org/event/the-power-of-peer-voices/ CATEGORIES:Capacity Building,Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://healthhiv.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Header-EBTI-PowerOfPeer.jpg LOCATION:https://healthhiv.org/event/the-power-of-peer-voices/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T173000 DTSTAMP:20261008T154751Z CREATED:20261008T154751Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261008T154751Z UID:10000083-1795019400-1795023000@healthhiv.org SUMMARY:Culturally Responsive Care: Strategies for HIV Prevention\, Health Equity\, and Addressing Barriers to Care DESCRIPTION:November 18\, 2026 • 4:30–5:30pm Eastern\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Conference Registration \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThis webinar will explore how cultural\, social\, and structural factors can influence health experiences\, access to care\, and health outcomes\, with a focus on HIV prevention and sexual health. Participants will examine how stigma\, communication barriers\, social determinants of health\, and cultural assumptions can create barriers to HIV prevention\, testing\, treatment\, and other healthcare services. The webinar will provide practical strategies for delivering culturally responsive\, respectful\, and inclusive care that advances health equity\, strengthens HIV prevention efforts\, and supports improved health outcomes among diverse populations. \n\n\n\nLearning Objectives:\n\n\n\n\nIdentify cultural\, social\, and structural factors that influence health outcomes.\n\n\n\nDescribe common barriers to equitable healthcare access and services.\n\n\n\nRecognize how cultural assumptions and biases can affect healthcare interactions.\n\n\n\nIdentify culturally responsive strategies to build trust and improve health outcomes.\n\n\n\nIdentify approaches to advance health equity\, including HIV prevention and care.\n\n\n\n\nModerator:\n\n\n\nAmy Zamot \n\n\n\nSpeaker:\n\n\n\nDr. Lisa Connors URL:https://healthhiv.org/event/culturally-responsive-care-strategies-for-hiv-prevention-health-equity-and-addressing-barriers-to-care/ CATEGORIES:Capacity Building,Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://healthhiv.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Header-EMP-StigmaConf2026-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270315 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270320 DTSTAMP:20260601T133640Z CREATED:20260601T133640Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T133640Z UID:10000061-1805068800-1805500799@healthhiv.org SUMMARY:The 25th National LGBTQ Health Awareness Week DESCRIPTION:During National LGBTQ Health Awareness Week\, hundreds of organizations across the country join with the Coalition to advocate for improved health outcomes for the LGBTQ community. \nThe 25th National LGBTQ Health Awareness Week will take place March 15–19\, 2027. URL:https://healthhiv.org/event/the-25th-national-lgbtq-health-awareness-week/ CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Awareness Days,Capacity Building,Communications,Education,Medical Education,Research ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://healthhiv.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/savethedate-HAW2027.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270602 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270605 DTSTAMP:20260702T164357Z CREATED:20260701T185005Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260702T164357Z UID:10000072-1811894400-1812153599@healthhiv.org SUMMARY:SYNC 2027 DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars! HealthHIV\, HealthHCV\, and the National Coalition for LGBTQ Health are proud to announce that SYNC 2027 will be held June 2–4\, 2027 in Washington\, DC. SYNC 2027 will be bigger and bolder than ever\, bringing our national healthcare community together to drive synchronicity in health care. \nSYNC continues to be the premier national conference for HIV\, HCV\, STIs\, Drug User Health\, LGBTQ Health\, and Health Equity\, and in 2027 we’re taking the experience to the next level. URL:https://healthhiv.org/event/sync2027/ CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Capacity Building,Education,Medical Education,Research ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://healthhiv.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Save-the-date-SYNC-2027-header.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR