Established in May 2015 and Security and Exchange Commission registered in February 2020, GentleMEN Bicol for Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights, Inc. (GM for SRHR) is a non-stock, non-profit, and non-government community-based organization based in Daraga, Albay, serving the Bicolandia communities. GM Bicol lives by the principles of human rights, equality and non-discrimination firmly com
mitted to advance sexual and reproductive health and rights, gender equality, universal health care, children protection, women’s rights, and community empowerment, convinced that these ideals can be realized through a responsive, community-based and participatory organization, in active solidarity with like-minded local and national organizations. We aim to become a strong organization, working with allies in the public and private sectors, through training and education, community organizing and mobilization, and policy advocacy. GM envisions a caring and inclusive society where every person is valued regardless of their sexual orientation, gender identity and expression. We strive to promote universal access to sexual and reproductive health education and information, and health services. ISSUE AND FOCUS
GM continues to focus on SRHR and HIV/AIDS education and prevention with greater attention to:
1. Youth Health and Development
(1 in 3 diagnosed of HIV infection is a young person. GM works with schools, Local Youth Development Office(s), and Sangguniang Kabataan, and provides technical support along awareness raising and capacity-building)
2. Men's Sexual and Reproductive Health
(in 2018, 19 in every 20 diagnosed of HIV infection are males. GM works with male groups, MSMs clans and LGBT organizations)
3. Policy Advocacy
(in 2018, the Philippines is looking at 32 new HIV cases every day. GM works with policy-makers and program implementers to advocate for functional Local AIDS Council, HIV programs, and available & accessible health services)
PROGRAMS AND STRATEGIES
Awareness Raising
SRH and HIV education in schools, workplaces and communities
Services
• Community-based HIV screening
• School-based / Community-based learning sessions
• Counseling
• Link to care (treatment)
• PLHIV Support Group
Leadership and Capacity Building
Volunteer programs, communication and advocacy training
Networking and Linkage Building
Working with allies and creating bridges between vulnerable groups and the marginalized to services and information
Evidence-based Advocacy
Multi-level evidence-based advocacy working with relevant government agencies, the media, and local government units. Website: https://www.gmbicol.org/
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Email: [email protected]
Contact #: 09458518767
