It’s June, and around the world many celebrate diversity and the beauty that comes with being who you are. Pride is not only a month that encourages those who struggle with their own identity to shed any doubt or fears, but it is also a time to remind everyone that there are many of us who are supportive and are wholeheartedly on your side.
This is also something to consider: It gets better.
Not only do we have a host of organizations who are here to offer help, but Washington D.C. also has clinics that are catered specifically to support those in the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer or questioning, intersex, and asexual community.
Did you know, the Whitman-Walker Clinic offers not only medical and gender care, but mental, dental, legal, and youth & family support services as well? With multiple locations within the District, Whitman Walker is an excellent option to any who want quality healthcare in an environment where you will not be judged. Whitman Walker will not pry into your personal life, they are well known for letting you make informed decisions for yourself. GW also collaborates with the Whitman-Walker to train future health care providers via the Healing Clinic through which SMHS students have a unique opportunity to learn and conduct one-on-one HIV & STI testing and counseling at WWH clinic sites, mobile testing vehicles, and special events.
At Himmelfarb Library, we have a number of resources that can provide further insight on LGBTQIA healthcare. For example, we have physical and electronic copies of Lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender healthcare: A clinical guide to preventive, primary, and specialist care and online access to The Fenway guide to lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender health.
Some additional titles you can find at Himmelfarb include:
- Journal of Gay & Lesbian Mental Health
- Black LGBT health in the United States: The intersection of race, gender, and sexual orientation
- HIV Prevention and Bisexual Realities
- Transgender Mental Health
Many additional resources can be found through our catalog. If you are unable to find what you are looking for, you can always contact us at himmelfarb@gwu.edu or set up an appointment with a reference librarian to help you sharpen your research skills!
Wishing you all a joyous and safe Pride filled month from the Himmelfarb library.
