See which states are taking action to repeal HIV criminalization laws, which can carry harsh penalties for behaviors now proven to have no risk of transmitting HIV.
These laws endanger public health by perpetuating dangerous stigma and misinformation about HIV, creating a strong disincentive for individuals to find out their HIV status, and disproportionately targeting LGBT people.
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Thanks @huffingtonpost for including our #HIVCrim report!
“Far too many people have sexual partners with whom they’ve never had a conversation about HIV, STIs, and their own sexuality.” Read Khafre’s story. (via @lgbtmap)
Across the United States, 19 states have LGBT nondiscrimination protections that typically guard against being fired from jobs, kicked out of housing or denied services in places like restaurants or hotels.
All hardworking people—including LGBT people–should be treated fairly and equally. Nobody should have to live in fear of discrimination simply because of who they are.
Only 64% of men ages 18-24 who have sex with men are aware of their #HIV status. Black/African-American men and Latino/Hispanic men have lower awareness compared to white men. Find a testing location near you today: 1.usa.gov/1xPDECu
TWENTY FOUR. That’s the number of anti-LGBT bills introduced in #Txlege this year, more than any other time in TX history
These license-to-discriminate laws go so far beyond flowers and cake. These are laws that will legalize discrimination against LGBT people, unmarried couples, single mothers, religious minorities, and more.
MUST READ: With more than 100 anti-LGBT bills being introduced in 29 states in the past five months, the country is seeing a shift. States are going after the most vulnerable people.
Corporate execs should focus on LGBT inclusion & equality. It’s the right thing to do and it’s good for business.
