GBQ Men’s Health
HIM’s mission is to strengthen the health and wellbeing of many communities including self-identified gay, bi and queer (GBQ) men. HIM offers wide-ranging services, programs and resources to GBQ men across BC:
Sexual Health Services
From STI/HIV testing and treatment, vaccinations, access to PrEP and PEP, to access to harm reduction supplies and services, HIM is here to support your sexual health. Click here find out more about the sexual health services that HIM offers.
Mental Health Supports
At HIM we want to make it easy and accessible for all GBQ guys to explore the mental, emotional, cultural, social and spiritual aspects of their lives. It is our hope to create a community where taking care of these parts of yourself is as important as your sexual and physical health; without shame or stigma Click here to find out more about our mental health programs and services for GBQ men.
Sex Work Supports
From access to health services to safety, HIM is here for you to support you in maintaining your social, sexual, mental, and physical health while doing sex work. Click here to find out more about sex work supports at HIM.
Capacity Building
HIM believes in building healthier lives together, that’s why HIM invests in GBQ men’s knowledge and leadership in the communities we server. Click here to learn more about our capacity building programs.
Harm Reduction
“Harm reduction” refers to a wide range of practices, programs, and public policies that reduce harms associated with substance use and substance use stigma, which includes supervised consumption sites, housing-first policies, drug checking, needle exchange, decolonization, and so on. Click here to learn more about our harm reduction programs.
Resources for GBQ Men
Find resources that support your health and wellbeing; learn about sexual health strategies, PrEP, PEP, HIV prevention and make informed decisions about your health. Click here to discover the resources we’ve developed at HIM.
Get Involved with HIM
We are powered by people like you! HIM is a dynamic and ever-evolving movement lead by staff, volunteers, participants, and community members. We invite you to consider the many ways that you can join with us in our collective effort of building healthier lives together. Find out how you can get involved with HIM in your community.
Community Groups and Events for GBQ Men
Here are some upcoming group events dedicated to GBQ men.