Callen-Lorde Community Health Center

Callen-Lorde Community Health Center Callen-Lorde is the global leader in LGBTQ+ healthcare, based in New York City.
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Callen-Lorde Community Health Center provides sensitive, quality health care and related services targeted to New York’s lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender communities — in all their diversity — regardless of ability to pay. To further this mission, Callen-Lorde promotes health education and wellness, and advocates for LGBTQ health issues.

Today on ( ), we celebrate the lives of trans people and recommit to creating a world that the community can thrive ...
31/03/2026

Today on ( ), we celebrate the lives of trans people and recommit to creating a world that the community can thrive in. It's not just a day for the community to be seen, but to be supported. That means standing with the community against the oppression, discrimination and violence they are experiencing.

We've collected a list of events in the NYC area that are bringing people together for through next week:

The LGBT Center
208 W 13th St, New York, NY
3/31, 6 pm - 9 pm

- Astoria Trans Collective
36-12 34th Ave, Astoria
3/31, 5 pm - 9 pm

- Black Trans Femmes in the Arts Collective
Times Square, New York (Broadway between 46th & 47th Sts)
4/2, 6 pm - 9 pm

Find an event close to you and take a moment to be together.

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Lifesaving medication costs are way too high, and too many New Yorkers struggle to afford the care that they need—that's...
27/03/2026

Lifesaving medication costs are way too high, and too many New Yorkers struggle to afford the care that they need—that's where the 340B program comes in.

The 340B Program enables safety-net hospitals and clinics, like Callen-Lorde, to reduce drug costs for patients and reinvest in care, at NO COST to taxpayers.

Join our call to action and tell your representatives that you want to see A.6222 / S.1913 (also known as the "340B Prescription Drug Anti-Discrimination Act") in the final New York State budget.

Find your state assemblymember: https://nyassembly.gov/mem/search/
Find your state senator: https://www.nysenate.gov/find-my-senator

Governor Kathy Hochul, Assemblywoman Amy R. Paulinm, Hon. Gustavo Rivera, Andrea Stewart-Cousins

Let's fight to and ensure that every New Yorker gets access to the lifesaving care that they need and deserve.

As we close out , we want to acknowledge the breadth of the stories left to tell, which is why we're encouraging you ...
27/03/2026

As we close out , we want to acknowledge the breadth of the stories left to tell, which is why we're encouraging you to learn more about women in q***r history with the Le***an Herstory Archives.

Beginning in the 1970s, the Le***an Herstory Archives were founded by a group of women in the Gay Academic Union who realized the fundamental importance of preserving records of the work, lives, and accomplishments of le***ans in the q***r rights movement.

They recognized the impacts of sexism and homophobia, creating a space where le***an culture would be honored outside of the patriarchy. Since then, the Le***an Herstory Archives have expanded through its release of publications, building grassroots opportunities and keeping the archives non-institutional and free, and eventually purchasing and building a permanent collection in Park Slope, Brooklyn.

The archives continue to preserve, uncover and document le***an history for current and future generations, honoring the lives of “le***an women, butches, femmes, cross dressers, passing women, and those who are trans, two spirited, same-gender-loving, as well as others.” They continue to collect material like books, photos, journals and more, and encourage le***ans to donate materials today.

Photo credits: NYCLGBTsites.org
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You may have heard people saying ‘mpox is back,’ so let’s talk about what’s really going on. Mpox is a rare infection ca...
27/03/2026

You may have heard people saying ‘mpox is back,’ so let’s talk about what’s really going on.

Mpox is a rare infection caused by the mpox virus.

Starting in 2022, the U.S. and NYC experienced a large outbreak that affected the community we serve at Callen-Lorde. With the help of our community, the outbreak was brought under control.

Recently, New York City reported one case of Clade I mpox—a version that can be more serious.

The important thing to know: this was a travel‑related case. There’s no sign of local spread in NYC right now, and the overall risk for people here remains low. But that means that now is the time to make a plan to prevent mpox!

We understand news like this can make folks anxious, especially among communities that were hit hardest during the last outbreak. But here’s what matters: we’ve learned a lot, we have tools that work, and staying protected is totally doable.

If you haven’t gotten your 2‑dose mpox vaccine series, now’s a great time to check in with your provider. That 2‑dose regimen gives you solid protection, and at this moment no booster is recommended—just the standard series.

Stay informed, stay connected, and take care of yourselves and each other.

You can find more details here: https://callen-lorde.org/mpox/

This Women's History Month we celebrate Tanya Asapansa-Johnson Walker (she/her), the cofounder of the New York Transgend...
25/03/2026

This Women's History Month we celebrate Tanya Asapansa-Johnson Walker (she/her), the cofounder of the New York Transgender Advocacy Group (NYTAG).

NYTAG is a transgender-led organization leading the fight for more inclusive policies for transgender and genderq***r people in New York State and beyond.

She has been a key leader in transgender advocacy throughout the AIDS crisis to now, building community as a social service provider and activist for unhoused q***r and trans people of color in the 80s and 90s.

Tanya also fought for the expansion of gender identity rights in legislation such as the New York Sexual Orientation Non-Discrimination Act (SONDA) and Gender Expression Non-Discrimination Act (GENDA) and advocated for transgender housing programs like the Transgender Transitional Housing Program.

As a longtime partner of Callen-Lorde, we celebrate Tanya and her important work that continues today.

Photo credit: gaycitynews.com

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Last week Callen-Lorde joined partners, advocates and experts in DC for and . From Hill visits, to rallies and discu...
24/03/2026

Last week Callen-Lorde joined partners, advocates and experts in DC for and .

From Hill visits, to rallies and discussions on the latest trends in and + health (including a PrEP-focused talk show hosted by our very own Dr. Demetre Daskalakis!), the week reaffirmed what collaboration should look when we come together as a community and center the most impacted.

Thank you to AIDS United and SYNChronicity for hosting and we can’t wait to reconvene next year!

21/03/2026

For , our friend David Russo from Cheeky Charity stopped by to talk about and and all your screening options. 🍑💜

Don't let stigma prevent you from getting the care you need. Talk to a provider today and make it Cheeky!

Today is National Native HIV/AIDS Awareness Day ( ), a reminder that healing is collective—and so is our action.Native a...
20/03/2026

Today is National Native HIV/AIDS Awareness Day ( ), a reminder that healing is collective—and so is our action.

Native and indigenous communities face some of the highest barriers to primary care, including HIV testing, treatment and support. But that ends with us. We must advocate for an equitable healthcare system that sees all of us holistically and cares for everyone compassionately.

The National Native HIV Network has organized NNHAAD on the first day of spring every year since 2007. This indigenous-led initiative mobilizes American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian communities affected by HIV through peer-to-peer and programmatic support, training, and capacity building assistance. You can learn more about their work at nnhn.org/

You can also do your part by getting educated and getting tested. Head to callen-lorde.org/SexualHealth to learn more. And talk to your community because breaking down the stigma around care is the first step in a system that works better for all of us.

🌈 The moment to show up is now.As access to affirming healthcare faces growing challenges, coming together as a communit...
19/03/2026

🌈 The moment to show up is now.

As access to affirming healthcare faces growing challenges, coming together as a community matters more than ever. The 11th Annual Rainbow Run is a movement for LGBTQ+ health, visibility and care.

💫 Sponsorships start at $250 and close March 27
👟 Rally your team and register today

Every step makes a difference. Every dollar supports life-saving care.

🔗 Sign up or sponsor: callen-lorde.org/RainbowRun

Edie Windsor (she/her) was an LGBTQ+ and women's rights activist, best known as the plaintiff in the landmark Supreme Co...
18/03/2026

Edie Windsor (she/her) was an LGBTQ+ and women's rights activist, best known as the plaintiff in the landmark Supreme Court case which successfully overturned Section 3 of the Defense of Marriage Act.

Edie was born in Philadelphia and grew up in a Russian Jewish immigrant family. Despite the financial hardships and discrimination, Edie flourished academically, went on to study at multiple prestige institutions and joined IBM as one of their first woman computer scientists. During her 16 years at the company, she was known for her prodigious skills and as a trailblazer for women in the field.

During this time, Edie met Thea Spyer, a psychologist, and the two began dating in secret. In 1967, Thea proposed to Edie with a diamond pin rather than a ring to continue keeping their relationship discrete.

Edie eventually left IBM and increased her advocacy for LGBTQ+ rights. In particular, she used her skills to help LGBTQ+ organizations become more technological proficient and update their computer systems. At the same time, Thea's health began declining, and the two entered a domestic partnership in New York and got married in Canada. Sadly, when Thea passed away in 2009, federal law did not recognize the validity of their marriage. This court dispute became the SCOTUS case considered to be a landmark legal victory for the same-sex marriage movement.

In life, Edie was a close friend and supporter of Callen-Lorde, helping to advocate for equitable healthcare. To this end, she generously supported the opening of our Thea Spyer Center for Behavioral Health, with the goal of ensuring her late partner's legacy of caring for patients would live on. Edie was also a past recipient of the Community Health Award. Even though she passed away in 2017, her life and work continue to be celebrated by advocates at Callen-Lorde, in New York City and beyond.

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13/03/2026

Thinking about taking the next steps in your healthcare career? Listen to Dr. Demetre and look no further than Callen-Lorde. We're actively recruiting for medical providers, behavioral health specialists and social workers.

Head to callen-lorde.org/careers to learn and explore more! ✨️

Kia LaBeija (she/her) is a multidisciplinary artist and storyteller born and raised in New York City. Diagnosed with a...
11/03/2026

Kia LaBeija (she/her) is a multidisciplinary artist and storyteller born and raised in New York City. Diagnosed with at age three through mother-to-child transmission, she lost her mother to AIDS-related illness at fourteen. Rather than silence her story, she transformed it into art.

Her celebrated photography series, 24, is a sociopolitical commentary on growing up as a young woman of color living with HIV, weaving together glamor, grief and resilience. As a Black and Filipina q***r woman, she uses her art to center those too often erased from history.

A powerhouse in New York's ballroom scene, Kia has been walking since 2012, and in 2017 she made Overall Mother of the Royal House of LaBeija, although she has since stepped down.

Kia LaBeija isn't afraid to take up space, especially when it also makes room for other q***r women of color to be seen, heard and celebrated.

Photo Credit: Eleven, 2015 by Kia LaBeija

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Tuesday 8:15am - 8:15pm
Wednesday 8:15am - 8:15pm
Friday 9:45am - 4:45pm
Saturday 9am - 3:15pm

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