808.242.4900 | info@mauiaids.org
PROGRAMS
Advocating for our community’s sexual health
HUI O ANUENUE (EMPOWER'D)
Empower’d is a LGBTQI and Allies youth group for those between the ages of 14-26. The goal of Empower’d is to create a safe, comfortable, fun and educational space for group members to develop self-empowerment and discovery through activities and discussions.
For more information and/or to make an appointment contact Robert Clark at 808.242.4900 or robert@mauiaids.org
H.E.A.R.T.S HAWAII'S EMPOWERED ALLIANCE REACHING TRANSGENDER SERVICES
HEARTS is a peer lead supportive group for Mahu Wahine, Mahu Kane, Transgender MTF, Transgender FTM, Gender Non-Conforming, Non-Binary and their supportive ally’s. The HEARTS program aims to create a safe environment here at the Maui AIDS Foundation. Here is some of what the HEARTS program entails:
• Linkage to HRT (Hormone Replacement Therapy) with Maui County Medical Providers
• Linkage to Medical Insurance if non-insured
• Linkage to Transgender Behavioral Health Specialist
• Transgender Sensitivity Training for medical establishments, schools and any organization or corporation needing education and resources.
• Guidance for legal Name Change & Gender Marker Changes
• Group Level Interventions and Individual Level Intervention
• Supportive assistance and guidance with family, friends and partners
For any information please contact Tiare Sua at (808) 242-4900 or email: tiare@mauiaids.org
PREP PROGRAM ASSISTANCE
MAF’s PrEP Clinic connects HIV-negative individuals to Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP), a once-daily pill approved by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention that is more than 90 percent effective in preventing HIV transmission. The PrEP Clinic’s on-staff medical provider can prescribe PrEP, monitor labs, and offer assistance navigating through insurance issues. The Clinic also provides education about PrEP to local health providers and the Maui County community at large.
For more information and/or to make an appointment contact Bryan Chin or
Tiare Sua at 808.242.4900.
PROJECT KULEANA
Are you a parent or family member of a Transgender, Mahu or LGB+ individual?
We are here for you.
JOIN OUR PROJECT KULEANA
SUPPORT GROUP
To inquire or join contact Tiare Sua at 808.242.4900. | tiare@mauaids.org
THE CORRECTIONS PROJECT
MAF provides provides HIV/Hepatitis-C (HCV) education and testing for the inmates at Maui Community Correctional Center (MCCC). Linkage to care for HIV and HCV is also provided upon release, as well as regular screening/testing for HIV/HCV/STIʻs. If you have been recently incarcerated, please get in touch with us because we can help you!
For more information contact Mana Shaw-Rodriguez at 808.242.4900 ext. 5352 or mana@mauiaids.org
COUNSELING, TESTING AND REFERRALS
MAF provides free confidential counseling and testing for HIV, HCV, Syphilis, Gonorrhea and Chlamydia, Monday through Friday, and evening hours on Wednesdays. MAF also provides Saturday testing a few times a month. We also advocate for our clients sexual health by helping them to navigate through community resources. Our free testing services are also available in Lahaina at the Comprehensive Health Center on specific days/times. Call for more information. Our testing services may also link you to MAF’s clinic for chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis testing and treatment.
For more information and/or to make an appointment contact our Prevention Department at 808.242.4900.