Pride Institute
Pride Institute
Resource: Aliveness Project
Resource: Aliveness Project
Resource: Aliveness Project
Thursday 10th March 2022
James and Matt from The Aliveness Project discuss their work supporting the LGBTQ+ community with HIV and substance use disorders. Learn about harm reduction and PrEP.
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18 minutes
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Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Sobriety Toolkit
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Creative Recovery Journeys
Family Recovery from Addiction
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Get the buttons here!Breaking Barriers: The Aliveness Project's Lifeline for the LGBTQ+ Community
We want to help people break down those barriers and provide them with the resources and support they need to live a healthy life, regardless of their HIV status or substance use.
What does it take to provide real support to the LGBTQ+ community, especially those living with HIV and dealing with substance use disorders? In this episode of 'Proud Voices', hosts Kaylee Hoaby and Luke Miller sit down with James and Matt from The Aliveness Project to answer that very question. James, the director of clinical services, and Matt share the incredible work their organization does, from case management and medical services to harm reduction and safe sex education.
They emphasize the importance of syringe exchanges in preventing the spread of HIV and other blood-borne diseases, while also highlighting the need for regular STI testing and the benefits of PrEP for everyone, regardless of HIV status. The conversation takes a deep dive into the stigma and shame that often prevent individuals from seeking help. James and Matt passionately discuss how The Aliveness Project is breaking down these barriers, offering a safe and welcoming space for all.
They also touch on the unique challenges faced by incarcerated individuals and the efforts to expand harm reduction services to this often-overlooked group. Whether you're part of the LGBTQ+ community or an ally, this episode offers valuable insights into the ongoing fight for health and acceptance. Tune in to learn more about how The Aliveness Project is making a difference, one person at a time.