bethegeneration

bethegeneration is The Center's comprehensive Sexual Health & Wellness program that ensures individuals are empowered to take charge of their sexual health.

In 2014, The San Diego LGBT Community Center launched the groundbreaking campaign as an aggressive and strategic effort to end new HI V transmissions in San Diego. Based on findings from both the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the World Health Organization, reports showed that use of PrEP and PEP medications could decrease a person’s HIV risk by up to 99 percent. T

he campaign was prompted by that medical evidence
and offered a much-needed new opportunity to stop HIV as an epidemic with a bold new campaign. Today, has morphed into an entire program at The Center that focuses on Sexual Health and Wellness for the LGBTQ+ community and beyond.

( ) is The Center’s comprehensive Sexual Health & Wellness Program that ensures individuals are empowered to take charge of their sexual health and well-being. Comprised of five tenets, this program will Empower by utilizing a robust combination of education, engagement, and services; Fight to reduce stigma
and barriers and improve access to screening; Test so individuals know their status; Protect by providing information to make informed choices on how to remain HIV negative and STI free; and Treat by providing resources and care should they be diagnosed with HIV and other STIs.

05/29/2026

We’re honored to be a beneficiary of Elton John Impact Awards—celebrating the changemakers who are redefining culture and uplifting the LGBTQ+ community. 🌈

Because of this support and visibility from The Elton John Impact Awards, , and The Looking Out Foundation, The San Diego LGBT Community Center is able to continue providing essential services such as food, mental health support, housing, and sexual health and wellness to the LGBTQ+ community.

This year’s honorees—including Jonathan Bailey, Laverne Cox, Melissa Etheridge, Billie Jean King, Orville Peck, and Chappell Roan—have driven change, shaped culture, and made a positive impact on society.

🌸 May 19th is AAPI HIV Awareness Day Join us at Golden Lotus Discussion Group a safe, affirming space for AAPI folks liv...
05/19/2026

🌸 May 19th is AAPI HIV Awareness Day

Join us at Golden Lotus Discussion Group a safe, affirming space for AAPI folks living with HIV to connect and heal.

🪷 Every Monday, 5:00–6:00 PM
📍 The Center, 3909 Centre St, San Diego, CA
✉️ avo@thecentersd.org

💜 Fentanyl is in our community, and knowing the signs of an overdose and how to use Narcan can save a life. Swipe throug...
05/08/2026

💜 Fentanyl is in our community, and knowing the signs of an overdose and how to use Narcan can save a life. Swipe through, share this with someone who needs it, and find free Narcan near you.

🌈 Ready to learn more? Join us for our FREE training focused on 2SLGBTQ+ opioid and stimulant use prevention.
📅 May 21, 2026
⏰ 1–3 PM

🔗 Register at thecentersd.org/trainings

💪🏽 🌈 Thank you to everyone who came out to the San Diego City Council to advocate for re-appropriating $300,000 from the...
05/07/2026

💪🏽 🌈 Thank you to everyone who came out to the San Diego City Council to advocate for re-appropriating $300,000 from the Opioid Settlement Fund to our Substance Use Disorder Treatment Services.

Join our FACE Fierce Advocacy and Civic Engagement Volunteers team at thecentersd.org/FACE

🌈 Today, The Center was proud to attend End the Epidemics advocacy day in Sacramento, where we advocated for budget requ...
05/06/2026

🌈 Today, The Center was proud to attend End the Epidemics advocacy day in Sacramento, where we advocated for budget requests supporting our communities affected by HIV/AIDS, STIs, and substance use disorder.

Thank you to State Senator Padilla, as well as the offices of Assemblymember Chris Ward and Assemblymember Darshana Patel for meeting with our coalition to discuss the importance of funding these essential services.

Join us for The Sexual Health Check‑In on April 17 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at The Center, an engaging community event fo...
04/09/2026

Join us for The Sexual Health Check‑In on April 17 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at The Center, an engaging community event focused on promoting sexual wellness, prevention, and access to care.

This gathering offers a welcoming space to learn about STI testing, PrEP, and PEP while connecting with knowledgeable health experts and community members. Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions, access resources, and explore ways to take charge of their sexual health in a supportive and inclusive environment.

RSVP: https://bit.ly/sexual-health-check-in

💛 Want to make a meaningful impact? Become a fundraising leader by starting a fundraising page today, then join us for D...
04/03/2026

💛 Want to make a meaningful impact? Become a fundraising leader by starting a fundraising page today, then join us for Dining Out For Life® San Diego on April 23.

Rally your friends, family, and coworkers to join the cause and multiply your influence. You can create a Fundraising With Friends team or sign up as an individual fundraiser. The more we raise, the more we can make a difference!

🔗 Learn more and sign up: thecentersd.org/dofl

🎉 This year marks the 20th Anniversary of Dining Out For Life® San Diego, and we’re looking for passionate community mem...
03/26/2026

🎉 This year marks the 20th Anniversary of Dining Out For Life® San Diego, and we’re looking for passionate community members to help make this milestone spectacular!

As a DOFLSD Ambassador, you’ll help bring the celebration to life by volunteering during morning, lunch, or evening shifts at participating restaurants and sharing the spirit of Dining Out For Life with guests. 🍽️

🔗 Learn more and sign up: thecentersd.org/dofl

🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ This week, we are recognizing National LGBTQ Health Awareness Week 2025!At The Center, we provide a variety of...
03/16/2026

🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ This week, we are recognizing National LGBTQ Health Awareness Week 2025!

At The Center, we provide a variety of Sexual Health and Wellness resources, including free and confidential HIV and STI testing, Behavioral Health Services, Support Groups, and more. Our goal is to eliminate barriers and create safe, inclusive, and welcoming spaces for the San Diego LGBTQ+ community to receive the support they need.

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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