Our mission is to help end the epidemic through education and awareness. We provide resources and tools to help Black cis and trans women with HIV access quality care and treatment. We also offer ways to reduce the risk of transmission. The focuses of the Melanated Movement are:
STIGMA REDUCTION
We are focused on reframing the messaging around HIV and prevention with a platform to have honest conversations. Our positive, empowering conversations will end the shame and stigma associated with HIV prevention, risk factors, testing, symptoms, transmission and risk to be more inclusive and empowering.
SHARING STORIES
We are committed to advocating for and amplifying the stories of Black cis and trans women. Storytelling is a powerful tool, and we invite Black cis and trans women in care to share their stories. Hearing stories from Black women living with HIV will help raise awareness and increase understanding and empathy.
Our platform offers a safe space to connect and uplift so that we can end the epidemic together. We’re dedicated to fighting stigma by giving a voice to our sisters. Learn from their experiences, solutions and stories of hope.
PREVENTION
Learn prevention methods and provide resources to help our community understand how to protect themselves and those around them. We provide accurate and up-to-date information on the latest HIV prevention strategies. Prevention methods help our community understand how to defend themselves, and those around them are some up-to-date strategies.
TESTING
Find out where to go for testing, what to expect and how to talk to your health care provider to understand results. Learn about signs, symptoms and at-home HIV test kit options access, including testing services in your area. Confidential results in the comfort of your own home.
CARE
In response to HIV outbreaks, we will provide information to direct resources to the communities that need them most. Patient peer navigation, the red-carpet experience, trauma-informed care, intimate partner violence and self-efficacy/resilience are some of the pain points we will discuss in our live conversations and in-person events.