Let’s Talk About Sex SEXUAL SELF ESTEEM Sexual self esteem requires a positive, respectful approach to sexuality and sexual relationships, as the possibility of having pleasurable and safe sexual experiences, free of coercion, discrimination and violence. For sexual health to be attained and maintained, the sexual rights of all persons must be respected, protected and […]
What Is Harm Reduction
Harm reduction is a public health philosophy that seeks to lessen the dangers that drug abuse and our drug policies cause to society. A harm reduction strategy is a comprehensive approach to drug abuse and drug policy. Harm reduction’s complexity lends to its misperception as a drug legalization tool. In 1997 the New Mexico state […]
I Am My Sister’s Keeper A Huge Success
Women With A Vision and N’R Peace spear-headed the first conference dedicated to the health and community building of African American lesbians in the city of New Orleans. With speakers throughout the day, a meet and greet mixer, pajama party, and worship service, the women of New Orleans gathered like never before. Stay tuned for […]
Our Space Launches
Our Space is a new initiative of Women With A Vision. Its mission is to offer safe, respectful, free of judgment spaces for women and girls impacted by the sex trade and street economies to recognize and develop their goals, dreams and desires. We also hope to use Our Space to foster community building and […]
Lesbians And Breast Cancer
Are lesbians more at risk for Breast Cancer than our straight sisters? That depends. It is uncertain whether or not lesbians get more breast cancer. But what is certain, is that lesbians as a group have a higher incidence of certain risk factors known to be linked to breast cancer. Those risk factors are: having […]