Persad Center

03/14/2026

Want to keep up to date on what our Persad OWLS group is doing? Click here https://tinyurl.com/2jnubxxb to subscribe to our newsletter and mailing list.

03/12/2026

Some things in life are simply out of our control—and learning to accept that can be one of the most powerful things we do for our mental health.

Not every situation will go the way we hoped. Not every plan will work out. And not every outcome is ours to manage. But what is within our control is how we care for ourselves through it.

Take a breath.
Step back when you need to.
Protect your peace.

Let go of the pressure to fix everything and focus on what you can do: showing up for yourself, being kind to your mind, and taking things one moment at a time.

Your mental health matters more than trying to control every outcome. 🌱
Sometimes strength looks like letting go. 💭

03/11/2026

HIV doesn’t discriminate, but it affects women in deeply personal ways, especially within the LGBTQ+ community. 🌍✨

Women, particularly Black and transgender women, face unique challenges in their battle with HIV, from financial barriers to the stigma that follows them every day. Did you know that in the U.S., Black women make up 13% of the female population but account for 58% of new HIV diagnoses among women? 📊 The data speaks volumes about the disparities we still face.

At Persad Center, we are committed to optimism, hope, and resilience in the face of these realities. Our goal is to create a space where everyone—especially women from marginalized communities—can access care, support, and advocacy without fear of judgment. 🌈💖 We stand strong, knowing that through compassion, education, and support, we can close the gender gap in HIV care and prevention.

To all the women out there—cis, trans, and non-binary—know you are seen, heard, and cared for. You are not alone in this journey. Together, we move toward a future where health equity and access are a reality for all. ✨🌿

👉 Click this link https://www.cdc.gov/stophivtogether/locator/index.html to find a testing location near you.

👉 Discover how we can help at www.persadcenter.org.

03/11/2026

Our Transtastix in-person support group for teens 14-18 will be holding its first Book Club on Wednesday, March 25 from 6-7:30 PM. Everyone is welcome and you do not need to be receiving any services from Persad. If you would like to register to attend, email info@persadcenter.org

03/11/2026

The monthly PFLAG Greensburg support group meeting is this Sunday, March 15, 2026 from 2-4 PM at Trinity United Church of Christ, 139 North Main Street Greensburg (in the basement area). The meeting is open to all; you do not have to be a member to attend these meetings or any of their events.

03/10/2026

Today at 5:30 PM at Phoenix Fitness Gym at Persad Center.

03/09/2026

🌈Welcome to the world of OWLs – our LGBTQ+ 50+ community! 🦉 Sip on steaming cups of joy, laugh till tears escape, and savor cozy conversations surrounded by awesome friends at Persad Center! 💫

Join our weekly gathering of Older Wiser Leaders every Thursday from 10-noon at Persad Center and embark on a journey of friendship, laughter, and connection. 🌟

Questions? Call 412-441-9786 email owls@persadcenter.org You are also welcome to just stop by on any Thursday and get ready for an incredible experience!🥳 See you soon at Persad Center!




Image description: A pride flag inspired Persad OWLS promo featuring images from Persad OWLs gathering.

03/08/2026

Persad was proud to join PA Health & Wellness to honor the survivors, donors and caregivers at the National Kidney Foundation Gift of Life gala at the Carnegie Museum.

More than 1 in 7 U.S. adults have Chronic Kidney Disease. It is a leading cause of death and disability, often progressing silently without early symptoms.

03/08/2026

03/07/2026

Phoenix Fitness Members! Join us for this important demonstration on Tuesday, March 10 from 5:30-6:30 PM. Learn techniques to defended yourself taught by Tarna Batman, a personal trainer and Muy Thai fighter.

Phoenix Fitness, located at Persad, is a gym for the trans and gender non-conforming community. Join for free at www.phoenixfitnessgym.org

03/06/2026

Which part of ourselves are we willing to hide? How gay is too gay?

Persad is excited to partner on the upcoming show [Palatable] Gay Robot, a wildly smart, campy, heartfelt comedy written and performed by Stephen Brower (recently on Broadway in "Lempicka"). The show is a fantastically funny conversation all about self-acceptance.

The show takes place on Friday, March 20 at 7 PM at the Greer Cabaret Theater in downtown Pittsburgh and we have 2 tickets to give away to a lucky winner!

To enter, simply "follow" our page then send your name, email and phone to info@persadcenter.org. Deadline is Monday, March 16.

03/04/2026

Creating safe, affirming spaces for LGBTQ+ people doesn’t happen by accident—it happens through education, empathy, and action. 💡 At Persad Center, our training programs are more than lessons; they’re a cultural shift in motion.

Whether it's healthcare teams, teachers, service professionals, or entire agencies—our trainings meet people where they are and guide them toward allyship that’s authentic, informed, and rooted in respect.

Because change starts when people are willing to listen—and transformation begins when they’re ready to learn. 🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈
If you’ve ever wondered how to be part of a world that truly sees and serves LGBTQ+ lives, this is how.

🌐 Learn more: persadcenter.org/training
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