Sussex Pride 
You can get a free, confidential HIV Test at over 20 different locations around Delaware, but if you would rather, you can also order a free HIV self test. If you live in the United States , are 17 years of age or older, and have not previously ordered in the past 90 days, you … Read more
Sussex Pride is excited to partner with STDCheck to offer free HIV & Syphillis testing anywhere in Delaware. With over 20 locations in our state, you can find a testing site nearby and schedule a time that is convenient for you. Here’s the process: A professional will be able to talk to you about your … Read more
GLSEN, a national organization that supports LGBTQ+ students (and staff) in school districts, sponsors a major survey of school-age youth – – 13 y/o and over. (The survey collects information about frequency of bullying, hearing anti-queer comments from other students and or teachers, support from administrators, etc, etc.) If there is enough participation within … Read more
The Elder Pride Act has been reintroduced in the House by Representatives Suzanne Bonamici (OR-1), Mark Pocan (WI-2), and Sharice Davids (KS-3). The bill authorizes the Administration on Aging to award grants to state or tribal governments or other eligible organizations (e.g., area agencies on aging and multipurpose senior centers) for providing sexual health and … Read more
Court-Appointed Special Advocates (CASAs): Help LGBTQ+ Youth in Foster Care Thrive Navigating the foster care system can be an arduous and daunting experience, particularly for vulnerable youth who identify as LGBTQ+. However, Court-Appointed Special Advocates (CASAs) are playing a vital role in providing support, guidance, and advocacy to ensure the best possible outcomes for these … Read more
Members of the LGBTQ+ community have faced a history of oppression and discrimination that directly translates to disproportionate health risks. This includes having higher rates of tobacco use and vaping. About 1 in 5 LGB adults smoke cigarettes, compared with about 1 in 7 straight/cis adults. When looking at trans adults the percentage of cigarette … Read more
The following information is reposted from Project SMART. Please direct any questions to Elaine (elaine.hanby@asc.upenn.edu) or Jiaxi (Jiaxi.wu@upenn.edu). What is Project SMART? Seeking LGBTQ+ youth to create study recruitment videos Who can film videos? Will youth be compensated? Why is this important? Contact Information Contact Elaine (elaine.hanby@asc.upenn.edu) or Jiaxi (Jiaxi.wu@upenn.edu) for more information. We can … Read more
Delaware’s LGBTQ+ Community has made significant strides in recent years, but housing instability among LGBTQ+ Youth remains a concern. Host Home programs offer one possible solution our state is exploring. In one national survey of LGBTQ+ Youth aged 13-24 conducted by the Trevor Project, 28% of LGBTQ youth reported experiencing homelessness or housing instability at … Read more
Congratulations to Dr. Gary Espinas. Dr. Espinas has been appointed to serve as an At Large Member of the Delaware Commission of Veterans Affairs (DCVA). The Delaware Commission of Veterans Affairs provides assistance to Delaware’s veterans, their spouses and dependent children. The Commission, consists of 15 members appointed by the Governor, each for a 4 … Read more
The US Department of Education has passed critical updates to Title IX guidelines, ensuring the protection and inclusivity of LGBTQ youth. The new regulations, implemented on April 19th, 2024, are an important step towards fostering safe and supportive learning environments for all students, regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity. Strengthening Protection Against Discrimination … Read more