US: Condom use philosophy and behaviors among young men whohave sex with men: Variations among HIV pre-exposureprophylaxis users and nonusers

In the United States, sexually transmitted infections, particularly HIV, occur at disproportionately high rates among young men who have sex with men (YMSM). Oral pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) is a highly effective in reducing HIV acquisition. Reduction of condom use has been noted among adult populations of MSM using PrEP.However, less is known about PrEP and condom use among YMSM.

US: Pompeo’s “Rights Commission” Is Worse Than Feared: 7 Concerns to Watch

This is the second of a two-part series examining the work of the Commission on Unalienable Rights, formed in July 2019 by Secretary of State Mike Pompeo.

AMAZE brings animated videos and age appropriate sexual health education in multiple languages

AMAZE envisions a world that recognizes child and adolescent sexual development as natural and healthy, a world in which young people everywhere are supported and affirmed and the adults in their lives communicate openly and honestly with them about puberty, reproduction, relationships, sex and sexuality.

Africa: How girls’ education and safety will be harmed by the covid response

African governments must act to ensure these statistics are not further worsened by the pandemic. There are many ways that they can start to mitigate the harm to girls.

Morocco: LGBT + community targets social media whistleblowing campaign

For several weeks, the Moroccan LGBT + community has been the victim of an intense campaign of denunciation, defamation and in some cases of extortion. The target, users of dating applications dedicated to the community who find themselves trapped by fake accounts, who threaten to reveal their identity.

US: Reflections on Stress, Isolation and Hope from LGBTQ Students

Coming home for spring term means leaving many things behind at Dartmouth. Almost all students had to abandon campus, in-person classes, sports teams and social groups, all of which are losses we feel acutely. For members of the LGBTQ community, coming home can also mean abandoning or hiding entire components of their identity.

Iraq: The Need for More Gender Inclusive Humanitarian Service Provision for Men, Boys, and SOGI Survivors of Sexual Violence

Towards addressing the suffering of all, and to upholding the humanitarian mandates of neutrality and impartiality, more gender inclusive services must be provided for all victims of sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV).