LoveYourself Launches Cozy HIV Testing Center in Cebu
After seven years of serving the Greater Manila Area, the LoveYourself, Inc. officially launches today (27 April) its first community center in Cebu City – the LoveYourself White House.
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The Other “L” Word
Different couples may have different takes on sex and its role in the relationship. But for those who consider it a crucial part of the dynamic, the topic of condom use is an item that must not be left out. On one hand, condom use is the simplest and easiest form of protection. On the other, the pleasure of bare skin contact may be preferred by your partner.
LoveYourself To Open Home in Cebu to Combat HIV
The LoveYourself, Inc., the leading community-led HIV services provider in Manila, will extend its reach to Cebu with the grand opening of its newest center – the LoveYourself White House on 27 April 2019 near the Fuente Circle.
Cut or Uncut? No Problem!
For Filipinos, circumcision is a social norm and is considered as a rite of passage for majority of pre-pubescent males. In fact, according to a 2011 report, 93% of Filipino males are cut[1]. So, it is not common to meet uncircumcised guys here. However, meeting one is not impossible. So what do you do when you meet one? Here are a few things you might consider.
Batch Bitoon – The Stars in the Making
LoveYourself White House has welcomed a new batch of volunteers to join its stronghold in the HIV Advocacy in the heart of Cebu City, located in Fuente Osmeña. Batch Amuma now has additional 31 new brothers and sisters in the LoveYourself Family – Batch Bitoon who shared their passion for volunteerism. LoveYourself Whitehouse has been hard at work with its Metro Manila co-founders Vinn Pagtakhan and Chris Lagman to further fortify its services in preparation for its opening in late April 2019. Batch Bitoon has been equipped with basic knowledge of HIV transmission, and HIV counseling skills.
Celebrating and Recognizing Trans-Pinay Rights
Women’s month is a celebration of women’s success and contribution to our society. Inclusion has been a long standing issue in the movement towards equality, and for LGBTQIA+ women it is a bigger struggle to remain visible. During dictatorship in the 1980’s, the lesbian community struggled to be visible to the public due to subsumption of their rights between women’s rights that were previously heterosexual in nature and gay movement that previously regarded them as female version of homosexual men. It is already 2019 and the same struggles can be seen happening in the trans community.
Pia Wurtzbach Amplifies Everyone’s Courage at Love Gala 2019
More than four years after winning Miss Universe 2015, Pia Wurtzbach has remained committed to her causes, especially on HIV awareness campaign as she headlines “Love Gala 2019: Courage Amplified” – an event powered by the LoveYourself, Inc.
WEAR LOVE FOR MORE LOVE: Official LoveYourself Merchandise now available on Shopee
In collaboration with Inspi, this T-shirt for a cause campaign is made available anywhere in the Philippines through online via Shopee. There are two distinct designs: The LoveYourself Black Shirt and The Love.Fight.Cure. Red Flip Shirt.
Batch Amuma: Taking its First Leap in Battling HIV and the Stigma that Comes with It
A batch of 18 aspiring volunteers went through ‘HIV Counselor Training’ with the help of our Manila representatives: Kahel Sta. Maria and Danvic Rosadiño, together with LoveYourself’s pioneer Cebu-based counselors. The trainers proudly produced competent counselors and fire up their burning passion for volunteerism.
Pia Wurtzbach Headlines Love Gala 2019
Now more than ever, we need to be brave in expressing our love. Staunchly proving this is Miss Universe 2015 Pia Alonzo Wurtzbach, who headlines the Love Gala 2019: Courage Amplified.