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Did you know that 48% of LGBTQ+ youth reported engaging in self-harm in the last 12 months, according to a recent Trevor Project mental health survey? LGBTQ+ youth are under a lot of pressure. In addition to the regular stressors of being a teen, LGBTQ+ youth may also face bullying, rejection from family members, poorer health outcomes, and homelessness.

Tune in Friday night to find out how we can all work together to create a safer, more welcoming future for them.

Join Cole Foust, LGBTQ+ Division Manager of Metro Inclusive Health, as he facilitates a discussion on LGBTQ+ Youth Mental Health with Toli Gintoli, a METRO behavioral health therapist, Ren Joseph, an LGBTQ+ advocate & musician, and Lourdes Hernandez-Gonzalez, Coordinator for the Office of Diversity and Inclusion with Hillsborough County Public Schools.

Interested in getting your teen enrolled in Metro Inclusive Health’s no-cost LGBTQ+ youth programming? Email LGBT@MetroTampaBay.org for more info!

Originally broadcast via Facebook Live on the Metro Inclusive Health page on Sep 11, 2020. If you have any questions or suggestions for future discussion topics, please email LGBT@MetroTampaBay.org. For more information on potential sponsorship opportunities, email JamesK@MetroTampaBay.org. Music for this episode is "Wide-Eyed Wonder" by Global Genius.

WHAT THE PrEP?! PrEP (or pre-exposure prophylaxis) is a daily pill that reduces the risk of getting HIV from sex by 99%. Join Metro Inclusive Health's Christian Klimas, Kiala Emmons, Toli Gintoli, and Darius Lightsey as we unpack:


PrEP feelings and decision-making
How to get a PrEP prescription during the pandemic
Top 5 myths about this crucial drug for HIV prevention

Originally broadcast via Facebook Live on the Metro Inclusive Health page on Aug 28, 2020. If you have any questions or suggestions for future discussion topics, please email LGBT@MetroTampaBay.org. For more information on potential sponsorship opportunities, email JamesK@MetroTampaBay.org. Music for this episode is "Wide-Eyed Wonder" by Global Genius.

Let's talk sex work! Movement of Color is our ongoing cultural sexuality discussion series, led by Teriko Perkins, a space for exploring topics of interest within the Black/African American community. This week, we've gathered sex work experts and advocates to discuss sl*t shaming, online work and OnlyFans, sex workers' resources and organizations, and more! Featuring:


ZaeBay (OnlyFans content creator)
Mariah Moore (Organizer with Transgender Law Center and Co-founder of House of Tulip, a nonprofit collective creating housing solutions for TGNC people in Louisiana)
Mulan M. Williams (Community Outreach Coordinator for Orlando's Miracle of Love, a nonprofit community-based minority HIV/AIDS organization).

Originally broadcast via Facebook Live on the Metro Inclusive Health page on Monday, August 24th. If you have any questions or suggestions for future discussion topics, please email LGBT@MetroTampaBay.org. For more information on potential sponsorship opportunities, email JamesK@MetroTampaBay.org. Music for this episode is "Wide-Eyed Wonder" by Global Genius.

Gossip that's good for you. Three of our METRO ladies speak what's on their minds when it comes to dating: turn ons (and offs), the honest truth about dating apps, sexual health and empowerment, unexpected pregnancy, and the pros and cons of protection. Meet up with Tiffanie, Erin and Leigh! XOXO

Originally broadcast via Facebook Live on the Metro Inclusive Health page on Friday, August 7th. If you have any questions or suggestions for future discussion topics, please email LGBT@MetroTampaBay.org. For more information on potential sponsorship opportunities, email JamesK@MetroTampaBay.org. Music for this episode is "Wide-Eyed Wonder" by Global Genius.

Don’t lie. Your quarantine needs more fun, doesn't it? Join Preschard, Pablo, and Evan for "Guys' Night In!" These three sex health experts talk courting methods, stylish looks to attract your next partner, date night ideas, and how to be PrEPared and safe in the dating world. We may even dish on some past relationship blunders... 

Originally broadcast via Facebook Live on the Metro Inclusive Health page on Friday, July 24th. If you have any questions or suggestions for future discussion topics, please email LGBT@MetroTampaBay.org. For more information on potential sponsorship opportunities, email JamesK@MetroTampaBay.org. Music for this episode is "Wide-Eyed Wonder" by Global Genius.

Ever feel anxious or down? And you're not sure why? Talk therapy and medication management can be supportive mental health tools for these emotions. Behavioral Health Manager Carolyn and Psychiatric Expert Susan discuss what these treatments are, their differences, what happens when you pair them, and what patients are saying about them. The discussion is facilitated by Chief Marketing & Experience Officer, Brian Bailey.

Originally broadcast via Facebook Live on the Metro Inclusive Health page on Friday, July 17th. If you have any questions or suggestions for future discussion topics, please email LGBT@MetroTampaBay.org. For more information on potential sponsorship opportunities, email JamesK@MetroTampaBay.org. Music for this episode is "Wide-Eyed Wonder" by Global Genius.