Drumbeat Program for the Africa, Caribbean and Black Communities
Provides information, community and support to reduce stigma and barriers to accessing resources, addressing HIV in the African, Caribbean and Black (ACB) communities.
Service offers:
- access to HIV testing and support services
- education for clients and staff in programs and organizations serving ACB communities
- outreach at ACB community gathering places such as immigrant serving organizations, churches, businesses, cultural associations, and events
- consultation on best practices and cultural competency training for engaging ACB communities in health and social services
- free safer sex supplies and information material in the community
- HIV information brochures available in several African languages
- special events and activities such as Round Dance, African Kitchen and Ping Pong tournaments