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As June begins, we are proud to celebrate PRIDE Month. At the CAPTC, we know that PRIDE isn't just a party. Across the country, challenges persist for the queer community. We remain committed to reducing the rise in STIs, HIV, and emerging diseases; making healthcare more equitable and inclusive; and dismantling structural barriers such as racism and LGBTQ+ phobia. We continue our crucial work on the front lines of public health, conducting trainings to build the capacity of health providers, disease intervention professionals, navigators, and other health professionals.
This June, CAPTC staff engaged in a collaborative activity where we discussed PRIDE and how it resonates with us, whether as members of the community or as allies.
One staff member, Luis Peñate, expressed, "PRIDE is a reminder to keep fighting against oppression everywhere. It reminds me of the quote: 'We are not free unless all of us are free.'"
Read on for more sentiments from the staff, mpox resources, trainings, and practice alerts.
Happy PRIDE Month from all of us at the CAPTC! Together, we celebrate diversity, advocate for inclusivity, and strive for a healthier future for everyone.
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