Your Power, Your Health
July 16, 2026Your Power, Your Health is a community-centered resource designed to amplify the voices, resilience, and lived experiences of Black women while fostering meaningful conversations about sexual health and overall well-being.
EmpowHERed Sexual Health: Why Routine HIV Testing Matters
July 7, 2026Episode 1 of 4. A woman whose life was positively transformed by making routine HIV testing part of her regular care. Through her journey, she shares how consistent testing gave her peace of mind, strengthened her confidence, and empowered her to take control of her sexual wellness. Her story challenges stigma and reframes testing as an act of self-care and prevention.
PrEP = EmpowHERed Prevention
Episode 2 of 4. In this powerful story, Ashley shares how PrEP helped her take control of her health, reduce her HIV risk, and live with greater confidence. Her journey highlights the importance of informed decision-making and prioritizing self-care as part of a comprehensive prevention strategy.
Rapid-Start PrEP Patient Readiness Assessment
April 8, 2026The Rapid-Start PrEP Patient Readiness Assessment is a comprehensive tool designed to evaluate a patient’s preparedness to begin PrEP treatment. It ensures patients understand the importance of adherence, potential side effects, follow-up care, and logistical considerations while addressing any barriers to successful treatment. This assessment supports healthcare providers in delivering patient-centered care for a safe and effective PrEP start.
Exploring Partnerships Between Campus Health Centers and Community-Based Nonprofits to Enhance Sexual Health Services for Students
March 30, 2026This case study examines how partnerships between colleges and community-based organizations can expand access to culturally responsive HIV and STI services for students. Drawing on real-world collaborations, it highlights effective models for delivering testing, prevention, and linkage to care to college/ university students, focusing on populations disproportionately impacted by HIV and STIs.
Key Considerations for Implementing Opt-Out HIV Testing in Emergency Departments
This resource provides a clear, implementation-focused framework for integrating opt-out HIV testing into emergency department workflows. Key operational strategies, staffing models, and linkage-to-care approaches are outlined to support efficient, high-impact implementation in real-world settings.
Owning the Narrative: Black Women, Sex Work & HIV Prevention
January 7, 2026Sex work is work—but for Black women, it’s also layered with stigma, safety concerns, and systemic barriers. This episode dives into the lived realities of Black women in the industry, from navigating agency and empowerment to confronting criminalization, healthcare discrimination, and HIV risk. We explore how access to prevention tools like PrEP, regular testing, and supportive care can make a difference. It’s time to move beyond judgment and listen to the real stories, struggles, and victories of those who live it.
Wellness Chronicles 14 — Clicks vs. Care: Finding Truth in HIV Prevention
December 19, 2025This episode emphasizes the importance of consulting healthcare professionals and using accurate, reputable resources for HIV prevention and diagnosis—instead of relying on random or unreliable information found online.
Wellness Chronicles 13 — The Link Between Self-Esteem, Empowered Sexuality, and Loving Yourself First
December 12, 2025This episode explores the link between self-esteem and unsafe behaviors, delving into the psychological and social factors that influence our choices. By examining how low self-worth can increase vulnerability to HIV, we offer insights on building confidence, setting boundaries, and making empowered, healthy decisions that support HIV prevention and overall well-being choices.
Wellness Chronicles 11 — PrEP Power: Empowering Black Women in HIV Prevention
November 28, 2025This episode explores how PrEP helps Black women protect themselves from HIV, offering a proactive approach to sexual health and empowerment.
Starting the Conversation: A Navigator’s Guide to Discussing Rapid-Start HIV PrEP with Patients
November 26, 2025Knowing when to start a rapid-start PrEP conversation is just as important as knowing what to say. As a PrEP Navigator, your role is to recognize the moments when rapid-start PrEP may be indicated and open the door to a supportive conversation. These key opportunities can help patients access fast, same-day protection when they need it most.
Wellness Chronicles 10 — Know Your Body, Protect Your Health: From Breast Exams to HIV Awareness
November 21, 2025Breast exams are key to early detection, just as routine HIV testing is vital for early diagnosis. Both empower individuals to take charge of their health by identifying changes or risks before they become more serious. Promoting regular breast self-exams alongside HIV prevention and testing reinforces the importance of being proactive, informed, and in tune with your body—ultimately leading to earlier care, better outcomes, and stronger overall health awareness.
