I don’t know how to say good-bye to a legend like Michael Bauer. He was an activist, role model, friend, convener, master strategist, and change-maker. Gregarious, funny, and a bundle of energy, Michael spoke his mind and showed such care and…
This month we’re talking about sexual health and you. How you can get to know your body and get to know yourself. September is Sexual Health Awareness Month. According to the American Sexual Health Association, sexual health must go beyond…
This Monday, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) released a final rule entitled “Inadmissibility on Public Charge Grounds” – the latest in a barrage of policy and regulatory shifts that endanger access to care for millions of people living in…
Today, Governor Pritzker helped bring the State of Illinois up to speed in LGBTQ healthcare policy by beginning the process of removing and revising rules related to Medicaid coverage for gender-affirming surgeries. Barriers to healthcare access for trans and gender…
Yesterday, Chicago history was made as Lori Lightfoot was elected mayor. As the first Black woman elected to lead Chicago, and the first openly queer person to campaign for mayor, Lightfoot had already written a few new lines in Chicago’s…
Aisha N. Davis, Manager of Policy & Advocacy; Kelly Rice, Program Manager, Intensive Community Care Services; Andie Baker, VP of the Center for Education, Research, & Advocacy We are closing out Bi+ Health Month with a conversation about bi+ identity…
Aisha N. Davis, Esq., Manager of Policy & Advocacy On Tuesday, Chicagoans will return to the polls to cast votes for the mayoral runoff election. This notable day will also select aldermen for 15 wards. For many reasons, this election…
This month, Howard Brown Health is highlighting the “B” in LGBTQ and recognizing Bisexual Health Month. As with every other part of our community, we honor the countless contributions and support of all of our bi+ community members and patients. If you are wondering what bi+ means, it is inclusive of bisexual and also other people who are attracted to more than one gender identity, like non-binary people. Bi+ includes other fluid sexual orientations like pansexual and queer. Here at Howard Brown, we recognize that bi+ people face biphobia from both straight and queer spaces, including assumptions and stereotypes about bi+ people. In an effort to combat these harmful presumptions, here are five common misconceptions about bi+ people – and why you should avoid them.
David Ernesto Munar Our annual meeting is a chance for us to reflect on Howard Brown Health’s mission and purpose, celebrate our recent efforts, and recommit to health equity, social justice, and LGBTQ liberation. As a safety-net provider and queer…
Amy Nicole Miller, Manager of Women’s Health Services & Aisha N. Davis, Manager of Policy & Advocacy Today is International Women’s Day – a day where we take the time to celebrate women, their achievements, their contributions, and their unique…
Howard Brown Health is seeking candidates for the Board of Directors. Board members provide high-level governance and fiduciary oversight to advance the organization’s mission. Ideal candidates meet criteria established to ensure a diverse and skilled governing Board. Ideal candidates also…
In 2019, Howard Brown Health will begin fostering dialog about issues that affect your health, life, and well-being. We believe that real talk has real impact. When we have honest conversations about healthcare, race, privilege, sex, and gender, we are…