Cherry DC

12/27/2025

Hey, Cherry Family! Who's coming to MAL this year? Our friends at BRÜT are coming back and heating up DC! You don't want to miss it!
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BRÜT has redefined the gay party scene since 2013 with its electrifying House Tech beats, Becoming the largest underground LGBTQ+ event in the USA.

09/27/2025

Observing - National Gay Men's HIV/AIDS Awareness Day - September 27th

In 2008, the National Association of People with AIDS launched National Gay Men’s HIV/AIDS Awareness Day to recognize the disproportionate impact of the epidemic on gay men. The observance offers an opportunity to raise awareness about stopping HIV stigma and encouraging HIV testing, prevention, and treatment for HIV among gay and bisexual men, who often face multiple challenges—such as racism, homophobia, discrimination, and stigma—which may increase the risk of HIV. Local Testing Information - https://dchealth.dc.gov/service/hivaids.

09/18/2025

Observing - National HIV/AIDS and Aging Awareness Day - September 18th

Led by the AIDS Institute National HIV/AIDS and Aging Awareness Day (NHAAD) is observed each year on September 18 to focus on the increasing number of people who, because of major advancements in HIV treatment, are living long, full lives with HIV. The awareness day also calls attention to the unique health and social needs, as well as the challenges of HIV prevention, testing, treatment, and care among people who are aging. Local Testing Information - https://dchealth.dc.gov/service/hivaids.

09/18/2025

The DC LGBTQ+ Community Center nominated for the Washington Blade’s 2025 Best of LGBTQ DC Awards under Best Nonprofit! Every vote helps shine a light on the work we do to uplift, support, and connect our community across DC. Voting is open now through September 30th — help us continue making a difference. Vote today! https://www.washingtonblade.com/2025/09/17/2025-best-of-lgbtq-dc-readers-choice-award-finalist-voting/

09/09/2025

Observing - National African Immigrants and Refugee HIV and Hepatitis Awareness Day - September 9th.

September 9 is National African Immigrant and Refugee HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis Awareness Day (NAIRHHA Day). Founded by advocates in Massachusetts, Washington, D.C., and New York, NAIRHHA Day has been observed annually on September 9 by communities, advocates, healthcare professionals, government officials, and other stakeholders since 2014. The purpose of NAIRHHA Day is to bring national and local attention to the HIV and viral hepatitis needs of African immigrants living in the U.S. in a culturally and linguistically appropriate manner.

By addressing some of the unique issues that African immigrants in the U.S. face through awareness, education, and resources, NAIRHHA Day helps to eliminate the pervasive stigma surrounding HIV and hepatitis in these communities and empower individuals within these communities to take charge of their health by encouraging screenings, treatment, and hepatitis B vaccination. Local Testing Information - https://dchealth.dc.gov/service/hivaids.

09/01/2025

Free HIV Testing – No Appointment Needed!

In collaboration with Damien Ministries and We The People Community Health Worker Corps, The DC LGBTQ+ Community Center offers free rapid HIV tests every Friday and Saturday. It’s simple, confidential, and for EVERYONE.

Hours: Fridays: 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm (last test at 3:30 pm) / Saturdays: 11:00 am - 3:00 pm (last test at 2:30 pm). Your health matters – take the first step toward knowing your status. Stop by and get tested today! Everyone is welcome, and no appointment is required. Drop by and get tested! https://thedccenter.org.

08/25/2025

Observing - National Faith HIV/AIDS Awareness Day - August 25th

August 25, 2024, is National Faith HIV & AIDS Awareness Day (NFHAAD). NFHAAD is a day to engage faith communities to work together for HIV/AIDS education, prevention, treatment, care, and support, and to reduce and eliminate stigma and discrimination. Local Testing Information - https://dchealth.dc.gov/service/hivaids.

08/20/2025

Observing - Southern HIV/AIDS Awareness Day - August 20th

Southern HIV/AIDS Awareness Day (SHAAD) is August 20. Founded by the Southern AIDS Coalition, SHAAD is a day that individuals, communities, and organizations can unite to call attention to the disproportionate number of people living with HIV in the South. SHAAD is an opportunity to provide people in the South with HIV testing and linkage to HIV medical care if necessary, education on HIV prevention, including ways to stop HIV stigma, and other HIV-related care resources. Local Testing Information - https://dchealth.dc.gov/service/hivaids.

08/01/2025

Sharing…Your Health, Your Future, Your Test

Did you know that early detection is key to managing HIV? The DC LGBTQ+ Community Center has partnered with Damien Ministries and We The People Community Health Worker Corps to offer free, rapid HIV testing every weekend. No appointment necessary – just walk in and take control of your health! Remember: Testing is fast, confidential, and FREE!

Hours: Fridays: 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm (last test at 3:30 pm) / Saturdays: 11:00 am - 3:00 pm (last test at 2:30 pm). Your health matters – take the first step toward knowing your status. Stop by and get tested today! https://thedccenter.org.

07/21/2025

Observing - Zero HIV Stigma Day - July 21st

July 21st marks Zero HIV Stigma Day, spearheading a movement and uniting people, communities, organizations, and entire countries to raise awareness and take action against HIV stigma, which reinforces and amplifies the HIV pandemic and related inequalities. While occasions such as World AIDS Day bring needed awareness to HIV in general, there has never been a global awareness day specifically to challenge the impact of stigma, which persists despite biomedical advancements in HIV prevention and care. Local Testing Information - https://dchealth.dc.gov/service/hivaids.