SFAF Announces Community Leaders Jupiter Peraza and Brian Lucero Contreras as Tribute Gala Co-chairs July 21, 2026
Our voices There’s a Juneteenth lesson for ending the HIV epidemic June 19, 2026 "Freedom did not arrive late everywhere at once. It arrived last where the people held were furthest from power."
Community Our voices Alexander Skarsgård is infuriating in Pillion–and that’s exactly the point April 10, 2026 What does the dominant top's character reveal about power & entitlement in this dark comedy exploring BDSM in queer relationships?
Research New research: High prevention efficacy and “breakthrough infections” on lenacapavir for PrEP February 24, 2026 Research presented at the Conference on Retroviruses and Opportunistic Infections (CROI) 2026, plus info from our medical director on "what this means for you."
Our voices Heated Rivalry Is Everywhere. Should Straight People Watch It? February 11, 2026 To some extent, it’s cute that straight people think they finally have a pop culture crib sheet for gay sex, but let’s be honest—Heated Rivalry is about to become the first and last stamp in their gay sex passport.
PrEP Can I afford injectable PrEP? Can I get it at Strut? July 21, 2026 Need-to-know info about Yeztugo and Apretude, two medications for HIV PrEP, from an SFAF pharmacist, clinician, and health navigator.
BBE Spotlight Black Brothers Esteem changed community for Black men in San Francisco July 15, 2026 This year, we honor and celebrate 30 years of Black Brothers Esteem (BBE) at SFAF.
Our voices Still Fighting for Our Lives July 1, 2026 A moving account of advocacy fighting to restore HIV, LGBTQ+, sex worker, and harm reduction funding in San Francisco, and what makes this fight so personal.
Our impact This year, Strut turns 10! June 22, 2026 We're celebrating a decade of impact in San Francisco through Strut. Thank you to all who came to party with us at our 10th Anniversary Tea Dance!
Community Pronouns: Why They Matter December 16, 2020 Pronouns are a huge part of our identity and give us a voice to express ourselves. Using the correct ones helps our community be seen and heard.
Community Living well Our voices How to Prevent Suicide and Protect your Mental Health this Holiday Season November 24, 2020 You are not alone. Marnika Shelton shares ways to prevent suicide and available resources that offer support.
Advocacy Our voices ‘Elections and voting are tools to change our circumstances’ October 29, 2020 Senior Strategist and Advisor Ernest Hopkins shares a message of hope before the 2020 presidential election.
Community Research HIV trends: ‘One-size-fits-all’ fails our communities October 19, 2020 Although the number of new HIV infections declined again last year, other disparities continue -- and may only worsen with COVID-19.
Harm reduction Substance use Expanding services for people who use meth October 19, 2020 With fatal meth overdose on the rise, we are exploring new ways to help people make changes to their use of meth and other stimulants.
Advocacy The San Francisco Principles 2020: Addressing the unmet needs of long-term HIV survivors in San Francisco September 16, 2020 Five long-term survivors outline the challenges they face and demands for inclusion, resources, and treatment that addresses the specific needs related to aging with HIV.
Press releases Decline in 2019 SF HIV infections, but gains likely to be challenged by COVID-19 September 10, 2020 The 2019 HIV Epidemiology Annual Report shows decreases in the number of new HIV diagnoses and progress in HIV care outcomes in San Francisco.
Harm reduction Substance use Am I drinking too much? Partying too hard? September 9, 2020 Two of our counselors with the Stonewall Project shared their thoughts about when the “right time” might be to talk to someone if you’re questioning your use of drugs or alcohol.
Community Pronouns: Why They Matter December 16, 2020 Pronouns are a huge part of our identity and give us a voice to express ourselves. Using the correct ones helps our community be seen and heard.
Community Living well Our voices How to Prevent Suicide and Protect your Mental Health this Holiday Season November 24, 2020 You are not alone. Marnika Shelton shares ways to prevent suicide and available resources that offer support.
Advocacy Our voices ‘Elections and voting are tools to change our circumstances’ October 29, 2020 Senior Strategist and Advisor Ernest Hopkins shares a message of hope before the 2020 presidential election.
Community Research HIV trends: ‘One-size-fits-all’ fails our communities October 19, 2020 Although the number of new HIV infections declined again last year, other disparities continue -- and may only worsen with COVID-19.
Harm reduction Substance use Expanding services for people who use meth October 19, 2020 With fatal meth overdose on the rise, we are exploring new ways to help people make changes to their use of meth and other stimulants.
Advocacy The San Francisco Principles 2020: Addressing the unmet needs of long-term HIV survivors in San Francisco September 16, 2020 Five long-term survivors outline the challenges they face and demands for inclusion, resources, and treatment that addresses the specific needs related to aging with HIV.
Press releases Decline in 2019 SF HIV infections, but gains likely to be challenged by COVID-19 September 10, 2020 The 2019 HIV Epidemiology Annual Report shows decreases in the number of new HIV diagnoses and progress in HIV care outcomes in San Francisco.
Harm reduction Substance use Am I drinking too much? Partying too hard? September 9, 2020 Two of our counselors with the Stonewall Project shared their thoughts about when the “right time” might be to talk to someone if you’re questioning your use of drugs or alcohol.