| Soul Food
Soul Food is a health and wellness promotion program for men of
African ancestry who practice same sex desire. Soul Food is committed
to keeping same-gender-loving men of African ancestry alive and
healthy.
Soul Food was born out of the Gay Men of Color Discussion Group
held at the Gay Men's Health Crisis in the late 80's. In order to
decrease HIV infection rates among gay men of color, we believe
in the need to provide them with education and information as well
as an opportunity to talk openly about their sexual behavior.
Soul- In the African-American community refers to our wholeness,
which includes sexual identity, sexual expression, and gender construction.
Food -Speaks to the general need for sustenance. Food includes
life-affirming information and resources that will reduce HIV infection
rates in the community.
Soul Food speaks of how Black gay and non gay identified men interact
with each other.
Program Activities
Mt. Morris Baths Inc.
Twice a month Soul Food conducts outreach at this historic Bath
House in Harlem. We provide safer sex kits, sexual health brochures,
one-on-one counseling and referrals to its patrons.
Sacred Space
Drop-in group for brothers who are interested in doing some self-reflection
and self-healing through intense conversation.
The Soul Food Discussion Group
Drop-in group to talk about the issues that impact our decision
making and ultimately our lives as same-gender-loving men of African
ancestry.
Loungin' in Giovanni's Room
An open to all drop-in space for participants to share amazing
stories through poetry and free expression and receive support and
validation.
Kitchen Duty
A group where participants prepare safer sex kits while discussing
current events and the impact they have on the lives of same-gender-loving
men of African ancestry.
Services Available
- HIV, Syphilis, and Hepatitis C testing through the David Geffen
Testing Center.
- Drop-in Safer Sex Counseling
- Substance Use Counseling
- Sexual Health Workshops
All available through the Institute for
Gay Men's Health.
© 2003 Gay Men's Health Crisis
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