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< Return to STI Clinic Search AHF Wellness Center - Biscayne Call: (786) 522-2503 Website: https://www.freestdcheck.org/locations/fl-biscayne/ Have you been tested here? Fill out our STI Clinic Vetting Survey to tell us about your experience! 2400 Biscayne Boulevard, Miami, FL, USA Hours: Today (Fri): 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Sat: 10:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Sun: Closed Mon: 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Tues: 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Wed: 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Thurs: 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. CLOSED NOW Free Testing Walk-Ins Accepted Free Condoms PrEP On-Site PrEP Referral Parking type: Street Free Parking Tests Offered:

< Back Alexander Puga Content Creation Director A Miami-born creative with a passion for storytelling that uplifts and represents marginalized communities. With a background in film, content creation, and brand strategy, Alex brings bold visuals and culturally rooted narratives to life. He has led campaigns for local businesses, fashion brands, and queer initiatives. As Content Creation Director at PRISM, Alex is here to celebrate queer voices and create space for joy and identity across every platform. Outside of work, you’ll find him biking around the city, sweating through a workout, singing, or hanging with his boyfriend and their two pups, Nino and Winston < Back to Our Team

< Return to Open Positions Grant Writer We recommend reading more about our task forces before starting your application. Please select the following option below: Grant Writer Position Title Please select the requested option Want to apply for a different position? Click here to browse what's available. Have a question about open positions? Contact us at: careers@prismfl.org Grant Writers work with our management staff and Treasurer of the Board to write grant applications on behalf of PRISM. Currently, this is an unpaid volunteer position. What you get : An opportunity to make a difference in the LGBT community, improve your leadership skills, a chance to make an impact, and a new experience to add to your resume. Responsibilities : Stay in communication with the Treasurer of the Board and Fundraising Task Force Management Complete necessary paperwork for grant opportunities Assist in the effective distribution of grant funding to relevant programs Qualifications : Experience writing grant proposals Proven success in securing grant funding PRISM is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will consider applicants for this position without regard to race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, national origin, sex, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, HIV and/or STI status, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Women, people of color, LGBTQ+ people, young people, and members of other historically disenfranchised populations are strongly encouraged to apply. Next

< Return to Open Positions STI Clinic Search Manager We recommend reading more about our task forces before starting your application. Please select the following option below: STI Clinic Search Manager Position Title Please select the requested option Want to apply for a different position? Click here to browse what's available. Have a question about open positions? Contact us at: careers@prismfl.org PRISM relies on the dedicated contributions of volunteers to further its initiatives. The Survey Program Manager oversees the STI Clinic Search within our Research Task Force. Currently, this is an unpaid volunteer position. What you get: An opportunity to make a difference in the LGBTQ+ community, improve your leadership skills, a chance to make an impact, and a new experience to add to your resume. Responsibilities: Expand and maintain PRISM’s database of free and low-cost STI testing centers Oversee the STI Clinic Vetting program and its volunteers Recruit testing sites for the Certified Partner Program and ensure they meet and maintain all requirements for participation Qualifications: Experience with STI testing, prevention, or outreach Experience with Google Suite (Sheets, Docs, Slides, etc.) Management experience preferred Exposure to LGBT issues, sexual health/public health, or gender and sexuality PRISM is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will consider applicants for this position without regard to race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, national origin, sex, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, HIV and/or STI status, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Women, people of color, LGBTQ+ people, young people, and members of other historically disenfranchised populations are strongly encouraged to apply. Next

< Back to School Policy Hub Florida LGBTQ+ Organizations Launch #StayGay Campaign With the adoption of the infamous "Don't Say Gay" law on July 1st and other anti-LGBT bills sweeping across the country, PRISM FL, Inc. and several LGBTQ+ organizations throughout Florida have launched a new social media campaign and movement called "#SayGay" to place public pressure on companies to support LGBTQ+ organizations year-round. Rainbow capitalism or pink capitalism is a marketing tactic used by companies to embed LGBTQ+ topics into advertising and merchandise in order to make a profit, most commonly seen during Pride Month. Generally, LGBTQ+ marketing is seen as rainbow capitalism when companies also make contributions to anti-LGBT causes or political campaigns or when they do little to provide tangible support to the LGBTQ+ community. "Rainbow capitalism negatively impacts the entirety of the community worldwide," said CJ Walden, Vice-President of PRISM. "Corporations who gain profit from pride-related merchandise without giving back to the LGBTQ+ community only do us harm." #StayGay, which launches on June 20th, not only makes it known just how much companies contribute to anti-LGBT campaigns and the LGBT community, but it also shows companies how they can connect with LGBT nonprofits in the state. "With the Don’t Say Gay bill going into effect the day after pride month, it is so important that companies put their money where their mouth is," said Maxx Fenning, President of PRISM. "In June, they #SayGay. The other eleven months, they should #StayGay." Those interested in learning more are encouraged to visit www.staygay.org or contact PRISM FL, Inc. at staygay@prismfl.org .

< Return to STI Clinic Search AHF Wellness Center - North Miami Beach Call: (877) 259-8727 Website: https://www.freestdcheck.org/locations/fl-north-miami-beach/ Have you been tested here? Fill out our STI Clinic Vetting Survey to tell us about your experience! 100 NW 170th St #208, North Miami Beach, FL 33169, USA Hours: Today (Fri): Closed All Day Sat: Closed Sun: Closed Mon: Closed Tues: Closed Wed: 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Thurs: Closed CLOSED NOW Free Testing Walk-Ins Accepted Free Condoms PrEP On-Site PrEP Referral Parking type: Lot Free Parking Tests Offered: HIV Chlamydia Gonorrhea Syphilis

< Back to School Policy Hub Employment Discrimination What is Employment Discrimination? Timeline (1953-2021) Legacy What is Employment Discrimination? According to the National LGBTQ Workers Center, “ 4.5% of the population identifies as lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender” meaning that this legislation has the possibility of affecting nearly 14,769,000 people nationwide. (Image Source: Drew Angerer / Getty Images) The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission states that employment discrimination involves unequal treatment, harassment, denial of a reasonable workplace change, improper questions regarding disclosure, or retaliation on the basis of “race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, disability, age (age 40 or older), or genetic information.” While it may seem like a victory that should’ve been granted years ago, it was just as recently as June 2020 that the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that the 1964 Civil Rights Act protects employees who identify as part of the LGBTQ+ community from discrimination based on sex. The 6-3 ruling was an enormous victory for the LGBTQ community, especially in light of the presidential administration, led by President Donald Trump, siding with employers who were said to be discriminating against employees due to their identity. This win comes after a long and hard battle of employment discrimination that has affected the LGBTQ+ community for years. Historically, homosexuality, along with other sexual and gender identities, has been used as justification for firing individuals and discriminating against them in the hiring process by giving the job to another candidate instead, despite other qualifications. The list of instances where individuals were discriminated against in the workforce solely due to their LGBTQ+ identity is a long and tiring one involving a plethora of court cases and governmental acts. The LGBTQ+ community has continuously fought for years for protection in the workplace, and even in light of recent victories, the fight is far from over. Timeline April 1953 : President Dwight D. Eisenhower passed an executive order stating that gay people were banned from holding federal positions. Under this order, homosexuality was placed under the category of sexual perversion. Eisenhower’s executive order was in place for nearly 20 years. July 1975 : A bill was introduced by the federal government that would prohibit any form of discrimination based on sexual orientation. This was the first bill of its kind introduced. Unfortunately, it was never considered by the judiciary committee. However, homosexual workers were no longer instantly declined from federal positions. Don't Ask, Don't Tell was repealed in 2011 under President Barack Obama (Image Source: Justin Sullivan/Getty Images) February 1994 : Clinton passed the DADT (Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell) Act, which allowed gay men and women to remain in the military as long as they kept their sexuality hidden. Despite its intentions to protect, tens of thousands lost their positions. September 2011: President Barack Obama took action to repeal DADT (Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell). While its repeal was beneficial, close to 12,000 individuals who were in the military were discharged after they decided not to suppress and hide their sexuality. March 2020 : The White House staff passed a policy prohibiting transgender individuals from serving in the U.S. Military. Their argument on the permissibility of this policy was that the treatments transgender individuals receive, such as hormone therapy, may hinder their ability to serve and impact their readiness and ability to complete their duties. June 2020: The U.S. Supreme Court ruled that the 1964 Civil Rights Act protects employees who identify as part of the LGBTQ+ community from discrimination based on sex. The ruling won with a 6-3 majority to protect LGBTQ+ individuals in the workplace. The ruling of Bostock v Clayton County was, therefore, a huge win as the LGBTQ+ community’s employment rights are now included in the protections of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, which also protects people based on race, color, religion, sex, and ethnicity. Gerald Bostock (Source: AFP via Getty Images) Bostock was a gay man working in Clayton County. He received great reviews and evaluations as a child welfare service coordinator. After years of working for the company, Bostock became involved in a gay softball league that was looked down upon by his employees. While in a meeting, a colleague of his mentioned sexuality in front of the supervisor of the company. Shortly after, Bostock received word from the county that he had been fired for “conduct unbecoming of its employees.” Bostock filed a charge with the Equal Employment Opportunity Committee (EEOC), claiming that he faced discrimination from the county based on his sexual orientation. After appealing through multiple courts, his case was finally heard by the Supreme Court, which ruled in Bostock's favor. January 2021 : On the 21st of January, President Biden passed an executive order titled “Preventing and Combating Discrimination on the Basis of Gender Identity and Sexual Orientation.” This executive order prohibits employers from discriminating against current or potential employees based on sexual or gender identity. The president explains that children should have access to bathrooms and sports regardless of identity, and adults should feel confident that they will not lose their job due to prejudice. The foundation of this orde r is based on the Constitution and backed by Bostock vs Clayton, in which “the Supreme Court held that Title VII’s prohibition on discrimination “because of . . . sex” covers discrimination on the basis of gender identity and sexual orientation.” This order strengthened protections for the LGBTQ+ community in the workplace and other environments. President Biden signing executive order to strengthen protections for LGBTQ+ employees against work place discrimination. (Image Source: The Washington Post) Only a few days later, on January 25, 2021, President Biden signed an executive order ( Enabling All Qualified Americans to Serve Their Country in Uniform ), which reversed Trump’s order banning transgender individuals from serving in the military. President Biden writes, “It is my conviction as Commander in Chief of the Armed Forces that gender identity should not be a bar to military service,” and emphasizes that transgender individuals hold no negative impact on the effectiveness of the U.S. armed forces. Legacy While the Supreme Court convenes inside to discuss if sexuality and gender identity are protected from employment discrimination, a rally forms outside. (Image Source: Bill Clark/CQ-Roll Call, Inc / Getty Images) While this timeline comes nowhere near to documenting the vast number of individuals who have experienced employment discrimination, it highlights some major instances and decisions. Not long ago, employment discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity was prohibited and recognized by the Supreme Court. However, this does not mean the struggle is over or that these biases no longer exist. References Bostock v. Clayton County . (n.d.). Oyez . Retrieved November 16, 2021, from https://www.oyez.org/cases/2019/17-1618 Dishman, L. (2018, June 11). A brief (and depressing) history of LGBT workers’ rights . Fast Company; Fast Company. https://www.fastcompany.com/40582182/a-brief-and-depressing-history-of-lgbt-workers-rights Executive Order on Enabling All Qualified Americans to Serve Their Country in Uniform | The White House . (2021, January 25). The White House; The White House. https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2021/01/25/executive-order-on-enabling-all-qualified-americans-to-serve-their-country-in-uniform/ Executive Order on Preventing and Combating Discrimination on the Basis of Gender Identity or Sexual Orientation | The White House . (2021, January 21). The White House; The White House. https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2021/01/20/executive-order-preventing-and-combating-discrimination-on-basis-of-gender-identity-or-sexual-orientation/ Supreme Court Delivers Major Victory To LGBTQ Employees . (2020, June 15). NPR.org. https://www.npr.org/2020/06/15/863498848/supreme-court-delivers-major-victory-to-lgbtq-employees What is Employment Discrimination? | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission . (2021). Eeoc.gov. https://www.eeoc.gov/youth/what-employment-discrimination

< Return to Open Positions Outreach Director We recommend reading more about our task forces before starting your application. Please select the following option below: Outreach Director Position Title Please select the requested option Want to apply for a different position? Click here to browse what's available. Have a question about open positions? Contact us at: careers@prismfl.org PRISM relies on the dedicated contributions of volunteers to further its initiatives. The Outreach Director helps recruit volunteers and get the word out about PRISM online and in person. Currently, this is an unpaid volunteer position. What you get: An opportunity to make a difference in the LGBT community, improve your leadership skills, a chance to make an impact, and a new experience to add to your resume. Applicants must be local to South Florida (Palm Beach, Broward, or Miami-Dade County) and must have reliable transportation. Responsibilities : Coordinate in-person and virtual outreach events (pride markets/parades, tabling, etc) and oversee staff and volunteers at these events Engage with other organizations to create meaningful connections within the community Provide information to potential volunteers, donors, and partners about PRISM and our initiatives Help direct potential volunteers to sign up on our site Provide necessary information to volunteers about task forces, community service, upcoming events, etc Coordinate community service and attendance logs for outreach events with other Task Force Managers and the Volunteer Manager Preferred Qualifications: Experience with volunteer recruitment Experience with community outreach/engagement Experience with event planning Understanding of LGBT and/or public health issues PRISM is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will consider applicants for this position without regard to race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, national origin, sex, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, HIV and/or STI status, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Women, people of color, LGBTQ+ people, young people, and members of other historically disenfranchised populations are strongly encouraged to apply. Next

< Return to STI Clinic Search Care Resource Community Health Centers - Midtown Call: (305) 576-1234 Website: https://careresource.org/testing-hours-locations/ Have you been tested here? Fill out our STI Clinic Vetting Survey to tell us about your experience! 3510 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33137, USA Hours: Today (Fri): 8:15 a.m. - 4:15 p.m. Sat: Closed Sun: Closed Mon: 8:00 a.m. - 6:15 p.m. Tues: 8:00 a.m. - 6:15 p.m. Wed: 8:00 a.m. - 6:15 p.m. Thurs: 8:15 a.m. - 4:15 p.m. CLOSED NOW Free Testing Walk-Ins Accepted Free Condoms PrEP On-Site PrEP Referral Parking type: Lot Free Parking Tests Offered: HIV (Rapid): Free HIV (Lab): Free Chlamydia : Free Gonorrhea : Free Syphilis (Lab): Free Hepatitis C (Rapid): Free

In 2021, Miami-Dade County Public Schools (MDCPS) recognized October as LGBTQ History Month for the first time within our schools. But in 2022 and 2023, the school board voted against renewing that recognition after intimidation from alt-right hate groups and our state government. In 2021, Miami-Dade County Public Schools (MDCPS) recognized October as LGBTQ History Month for the first time within our schools. But for the past three years, the school board voted against renewing that recognition after intimidation from alt-right hate groups and our state government. LGBTQ+ history is American history because LGBTQ+ Americans are Americans. LGBTQ-inclusive education benefits all students. It's time to teach OUR history. It's time to school the school board. We're flooding MDCPS's public hearing with the same stories of our rich LGBTQ+ history that they've deprived of students in our schools. Tune in, show support, and learn from the people of Miami as they detail the shoulders we stand on. RSVP to learn how to watch online or sign up to speak yourself! SIGN UP Watch It Live

< Back Damian Thomas Website Design Manager Damian Thomas is a full-stack web developer who has been working in and around progressive politics since 2017. Off the clock, he's a history nerd, fighting game enthusiast, and musician. < Back to Our Team

< Back to School Policy Hub PrEP and PEP PrEP and PEP are medications you can take to prevent exposure to HIV . These can be extremely effective in helping people who are at high risk of exposure. What is PrEP? Pre-exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) is a preventative medicine that when used as prescribed is effective in preventing the risk of contracting HIV from sex. It is an oral medication that is taken once per day. It must be taken for at least seven days to best prevent HIV. If you are in a high-risk group for HIV/AIDS, talk to a medical provider about whether PrEP is right for you. What is PEP? Post-exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) is a medicine used after high-risk exposure to HIV. PEP stops HIV from spreading in the body, so it lowers your chances of getting it. If you believe you may have been exposed to HIV through sex, you have up to 72 hours to start PEP. If you start PEP after 3 days, it won’t work. You can get PEP at most emergency rooms and some doctors’ offices. Important: Keep in mind that PEP isn’t a one-time pill. It’s taken for 28 days and should only be taken in an emergency by those who have had a high-risk exposure to HIV. Get Tested Today HIV testing is fast and easy. The Affordable Care Act ensures HIV screening is covered by health insurance without a copay, and some sites offer free testing without insurance. Check out the STI Clinic Search to find out where you can be tested in South Florida. References About HIV/AIDS | HIV Basics | HIV/AIDS | CDC . (n.d.). https://www.cdc.gov/hiv/basics/whatishiv.html What is HIV? What is AIDS? | How Can You Get HIV? (n.d.). Planned Parenthood. https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/stds-hiv-safer-sex/hiv-aids