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Did you know there’s a long-acting injectable option for HIV prevention? Swipe and learn more about how Apretude is changing the game for PrEP. 💉💪

What do you think - would you consider a shot every 2 months instead of daily pills? Drop a 💉 or 💊 in the comments if yes!

🌈This September, join us for a month full of community and creativity at our Safe Space events! From karaoke nights to pottery workshops, beach days, and meditation sessions, there’s something for everyone. We will also provide free HIV and STI testing at each event.

RSVP today and make your September unforgettable with APAIT! 🌟

Join Us in Honoring Dean Goshi 🕊️

We invite the community to gather with us on Sunday, September 15, 2024, for the memorial service of our beloved Founding Director, Dean Goshi.

Please RSVP by scanning the QR code or filling out the form in our bio. We hope to see you there as we remember and honor Dean’s life and contributions.

APAIT visited Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, honored to announce our research team has been awarded a Bloomberg American Health Initiative (BAHI) High Impact award! ⭐️The team will transform and implement policy change and practice to reduce violence towards trans and gender non-binary communities in Los Angeles with the aim of replication in other cities.

🎥Join Safe Space on August 28th from 5-8PM to enjoy a critically-acclaimed film, light snacks & refreshments, and complete an HIV test to get an entry into the raffle! Dress comfortably, bring a friend, and enjoy the movie!🍿

If you have any questions, contact Paris / Josh / Curtis at (213) 375-3830.

Our incredible leadership and staff members presented today at the 2024 National Ryan White Conference on HIV Care & Treatment in Washington, D.C.! 🌟 They shared insights on Casa Zulma, our bridge housing program for transgender women of color—the first publicly funded initiative of its kind.

We are proud to have contributed to the national dialogue on inclusive HIV care and housing solutions, showcasing our commitment to advancing equity and support for transgender communities. 🏳️‍⚧️🏠

APAIT attended the Monterey Park Resource Fair on 8/17! Together with our community members, we have provided free vaccines, free food, legal clinic and other resources. APAIT also introduced our free mental health services to our community. We are looking forward to seeing you on 9/7 at Langley Center. Stay tuned! 😊

Get free HIV and STI testing services at APAIT, 3055 Wilshire Blvd, 3rd Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90010.

The first 10 people who get tested for both HIV and STIs on any Tuesday will receive a $15 gift card! You must tell them PEAKS sent you. 😊

To join the PEAKS program, call 213-375-3830 and contact Robert at ext:5403 or Allan at ext:1844.

📢CALLING ALL RUNWAY MODELS!

We’re seeking experienced models to strut the runway at our September 19th fashion show. If you’re interested in being part of this exciting event, join us for one of our two casting calls.

Wednesday, August 28th, 3 pm - 7 pm
3055 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 300,
Los Angeles CA, 90010

Thursday, August 29th, 1 pm - 5 pm
2701 N Broadway,
Los Angeles, CA 90032

Receive a $15 Target gift card when you complete both an HIV and STI test with APAIT on Tuesdays. ✨❤️

*We have a limited amount of gift cards every Tuesday and it will be first come first serve. 😉

To learn more contact Curtis at (213)375-3840 Ext:1808

APAIT leadership doing housing advocacy at the LA County Board of Supervisors CEO’s Office! 🏠📢✊

APAIT Director Jury Candelario attends International AIDS Conference in Munich, Germany!

Themed “ !” Here are some takeaways our director shared with us:

-Health equity should be a government policy in every country, echoed by speaker AMFAR Greg Millett: “Until we integrate health equity in government policies, we are not going to be successful in ending any public health epidemic.”

-Long-acting injectables, such as pre-exposure prophylaxis (LAI-prep) and DoxyPrEP, are prevention advancements. Still, we must do better to ensure everyone has access. Again, this emphasizes the need for health equity policies worldwide.

-As AIDS is now four decades old, with 40 million infected and one new case every minute, it is an issue for the aging experiencing multiple comorbidities. We must expand our measure of HIV treatment success beyond viral suppression but also through quality of life measurements, as echoed by speaker and scholar Dr. Reena Rajasuriar - University of Malaya (Malaysia).

-In the end, let’s not forget who we are advocating for and doing this work for—“This is about people!”—Alicia Kruger, trans activist, Brazil Ministry of Health.

Join APAIT Safe Space & LA LGBT Center TEEP for a Job Readiness Workshop! 💼💅

RSVP with Paris at (213) 375-3830 Ext: 2957

📣APAIT is hiring! 📣

We’re looking for passionate individuals to join our team. Visit www.apaitssg.org to view open positions and apply today! ✨💼

PEAKS just had its first bilingual session! Connect with Robert or Allan to join in on the next one. 🗣️

PEAKS Sessions is a new monthly social group - separate from the cohorts - where we can hang out, chat, and eat. We’ll have different topics every month, but most importantly, we want to give you all the opportunity to engage with us and your colleagues in the program and build community. Tap in! 😊

We want to invite you to our first PEAKS Session on Tuesday, July 9th, 2024, from 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM. This new monthly social group, separate from the cohorts, is a space where we can hang out, chat, and enjoy food together. Each month, we’ll explore different topics, but the main goal is to provide an opportunity for you to engage with us and your colleagues, fostering a sense of community. This event is also open to those outside of the program, so feel free to bring friends! 😊

Arrive at 12:30pm, if you’d like to participate in our raffle! Get an HIV test with us to enter, or if you already know your status, you can still qualify by getting an STI test. We have only 20 spots available for this first English-speaking session.

⭐️RSVP via text to Allan at 213-358-5198 to secure your spot.⭐️

We look forward to seeing you there!

📣APAIT Safe Space & TWC’s Black Trans Magic present “Find Your Zen with Jazzmun & Friends,” an inclusive event open to all. Immerse yourself in the calming effects of jappa meditation and a soothing sound bath. 🧡

Join us for an evening of healing, positive vibes, and community connection. 🧘🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈

✨Get Vax’d, Power Up Campaign Highlights✨

From September 2023 to May 2024, our Mpox program focused on spreading knowledge about mpox among at-risk Black and Hispanic MSM and boosting access to mpox vaccines. We accomplished this by building trust in vaccination spaces, breaking down barriers, and teaming up with trusted organizations. 💉🩹

We thank our dedicated program staff member, Allan Dizon, outreach and testing staff, and community partner for their tireless efforts and hard work in making this initiative a success! 🫶

We are immensely grateful to the Manhee Koju Foundation for their incredibly generous $50,000 grant, which has empowered 50 underserved individuals, including 25 of our clients. 🎉

This milestone would not have been possible without the tireless efforts and unwavering dedication of our fantastic case managers, Enrique and Alan, who guided and assisted our clients throughout the grant application process. Your hard work and commitment are truly making a difference. 🧡

Thank you, Manhee Koju Foundation, for your kindness and support!

We are thrilled to highlight our amazing Behavioral Health Counselor, Christina, for being featured in an inspiring article by the USC Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work! 🌟

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“In that moment, she decided to speak openly about who she was for the first time — a woman of transgender experience and refugee of war from El Salvador. If she was admitted to the Master of Social Work (MSW) program, Munguia wanted to know that she was accepted as her authentic self.”

Read the full article through the link in our bio to learn more about Christina’s incredible journey. 🏳️‍⚧️

With heavy hearts, we share the passing of Dean Goishi, Founding Director of APAIT. 🕊️🕯️

Dean was a pioneering force in the AIDS movement and an esteemed mentor, particularly within the LGBTQIA-2S BIPOC and gay Asian communities. His dedication and compassionate leadership touched countless lives, advocating tirelessly for those often marginalized. Dean’s legacy of justice, equality, and well-being will continue to inspire us all.

A memorial to celebrate Dean’s life will be forthcoming.

Thank you, Sensei Dean Goishi. 🧡

💕✨ APAIT Safe Space ✨💕

Join us every Wednesday from 5-8 pm for:

☑️ FREE HIV TESTING & RAFFLE
☑️ Free food
☑️ Fun activities
☑️ Great vibes

Not a client? Not a problem - come have a great time. Meet new people, bring a friend, or make new ones…this space is yours. 🌈

📍 3055 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles
3rd floor - APAIT Family Room

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Our offices will be closed on Wednesday, June 19th in observance of Juneteenth. We will resume normal hours on Thursday at 9am. 🖤🤎

🌈 Get ready to werk it with APAIT and our fabulous Brand Ambassador, Laith Ashley, at the LA Pride Parade! Join us on Sunday, June 9, at 10 AM for a day full of love, pride, and unforgettable fun! 🎉💖

We’ve got a double-decker bus with a live DJ, go-go dancers, and so much more! 🕺💃🎶

📍 Location: Highland & Santa Monica (NW Corner)
⏰ Time: 10 AM sharp
🚌 Float #116

RSVP by scanning the QR code or visit the link in our bio. Let’s make this the most unforgettable Pride ever!

In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, APAIT proudly hosted our annual art exhibition in collaboration with our sibling SSG division, BACUP. The exhibit featured powerful artwork created by our consumers, centered around the theme “Strength in Recovery.” Attendees were also treated to captivating performances by contemporary dancers, who brought the gallery to life. 💚

We extend our heartfelt thanks to our special guest, Alicia Vogl, Education & Public Programs Manager for her inspiring presence and support. ✨

Happy Mental Health Awareness Month! 🌱

💫What an incredible day at our API HIV/AIDS and Mental Health Awareness Month event! 🌟 Co-hosted with the , this event created a safe space for those managing an HIV diagnosis or those impacted by HIV/AIDS to come together and share their powerful stories in our STORIES Circles.

We are deeply grateful to our distinguished speaker, the award-winning author of “Love Your Asian Body,” Eric Wat. 📚✨

A special shoutout to for their generous sponsorship, making this event possible.❤️

Thank you to everyone who joined us and contributed to honoring our individual and collective experiences, ensuring that the stories of HIV and the AIDS pandemic are never forgotten. 🫶

See you there!😉 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

✨Join us in a safe space to share stories of resilience, support, and empowerment. Whether you’re navigating an HIV diagnosis, supporting a loved one, or working in the field, your voice matters! Come share, listen, and connect at Tropico de Nopal Art Gallery in Historic Filipinotown on May 18 at 4:00 p.m. The event will be presented in English and Spanish. ❤️

To learn more or to RSVP visit the link in our bio.

✨Únase a nosotros en un espacio seguro para compartir historias de resiliencia, apoyo y empoderamiento. Ya sea que estés atravesando un diagnóstico de VIH, apoyando a un ser querido o trabajando en el campo, ¡tu voz importa! Ven a compartir, escuchar y conectarte en la Galería de Arte Tropico de Nopal en el histórico Filipinotown el 18 de mayo a las 4:00 p.m. El evento se presentará en inglés y español.❤️

Para obtener más información o confirmar su asistencia, visite el enlace en nuestra biografía.

APAIT/SSG is proud to announce the opening of our eighth house, Journey to New Horizons! The new South Los Angeles facility is a 40-bed, 24/7 forensic treatment program supporting justice-involved individuals reintegrating into the community. We aim to address the critical shortage of such programs in Los Angeles County and statewide by offering a safe and supportive environment. The opening of Journey to New Horizons is a testament to our organization's dedication to expanding and improving the quality of services available to vulnerable communities.

The project is in partnership with the LA County Department of Mental Health and local court systems under the Care First Community Investment Program.