Sebelius Annouces that HHS will collect LGBT data

In response to the report published by the Institute of Medicine, HHS Secretary K. Sebelius announced that the HHS will collect LGBT data. This data will work towards LGBT persons gaining better access to care by providing a broad brush stroke of our health disparities and needs. The data collected will be given to physicians to improve their treatment methods and focus when encountering an LGBT person at their practice. Finding out more information is key to changing medical and public health practices.

Groundbreaking Essence Magazine Article

Essence magazine’s March 2011 issue (on newsstands now) breaks new ground by publishing a four-page article in which a Black, active duty, female servicemember details her life as a lesbian living under the discriminatory and now—thankfully—repealed Don’t Ask Don’t Tell (DADT) policy. Take a moment and pick up your copy today!

Today is International Women's Day!

Tuesday, May 8, 2011 marks the 100-year anniversary of International Women's Day - a global day celebrating the economic, political and social achievements of women past, present and future. For more information about International Women's Day visit the website.

Welcome to the relaunch of S.H.E. Circle's "Talk Circle."

Whenever we come together as women – especially as African American women – there is magic and power!

Based on the principle of Ujima – “collective work and responsibility to build and maintain our community together”– S.H.E. Circle harnesses the power of this sisterhood to empower, energize, and engage African women in a personal journey to healthy living.

As the first national health education program focused on African American women who partner with women, the local S.H.E. Circles provide a safe space where African American lesbian and bisexual women can learn about health issues, ask questions, share information, connect with resources, and provide support to each other.

Let S.H.E. Circle be a starting point for you to rediscover yourself. Learn more about your body, mind and spirit - and let us begin a journey toward wellness, wholeness and health - together. Stay tuned for more information on health topics, ongoing and upcoming S.H.E. Circles, and more.