ID: Gradient graphic with red, orange, and purple background. Bold white and black text reads: “Queer, Trans & S*x Worker survival is harm reduction.” White line drawings decorate the image, including sparkles, an umbrella, two dancing figures with a disco ball, and lighthouse logo in the corner.

(2/2) We've always created the tools, networks, and practices that keep each other alive and will continue doing just that.

We remember. We resist. We demand a world where our survival isn't criminalized, but celebrated.

ID: A promotional graphic with a lime green background & red-orange gradient reads, “What is chems*x? Getting into it.” The phrases slamsex, PnP, parTy, HnH are in the background. Logos for Building Healthy Online Communities, National Harm Reduction Coalition, & LLC on bottom.

(8/8) Resources:

Harm reduction info: @harmreductionco
Chems*x info: bhoc.me/chems
Free chems*x support: @ControlChemSex
M3th-specific: tweaker.org
S*xual health services: locator.hiv.gov
Order a free HIV or STI home test: tmhtest.me/csaweek

(7/8) Supplies: Naloxone, safer smoking, injection or boofing equipment, dr*g test strips, condoms, gloves, prevention medications (PrEP, doxyPEP, HIV treatment), soap, sterile water
Support: A sober spotter, self check-ins after sessions, supportive healthcare provider

(6/8) If considering making dr*g use part of yr sx life or if you’re thinking about changing yr practices, here are some examples of what 2 address:
Info: Accurate, science-based information about s*xual health & substance use, infection prevention, overdose/overamp prevention.

(5/8) It’s not about the specific drugs; it’s about how someone feels and functions in relation to their use. Remember: Drug use exists on a continuum, and everyone's relationship to drugs and s*x is different.

(4/8) Is it safe? With access to accurate harm reduction information, safer use supplies, and support, it can be. Chems*x can become harmful when it leads to distress, disconnection, or a sense of loss of control.

(3/8) Queer & trans people have many reasons for wanting to use dr*gs in their sx lives. Ex: Enhance pleasure, feel better in our bodies/identities, Improve endurance during sessions, Deal w/ stigma, (fatphobia, racism, & transphobia), provide safety & comfort w/ SW clients.

(2/8) Chems*x is using dr*gs to enhance or facilitate s*xual experiences. Substance use is a part of many queer + trans people’s s*x lives in different ways–from pleasure and endurance to survival and coping. Chems*x can include multiple types of drugs and ways of using them.

ID (2/2): ...health resources, guidance, and stories to engage our community, support healthcare professionals, & advocate for a non-stigmatizing, informed approach to chemsex for all.” Logos for Building Healthy Online Communities, National Harm Reduction Coalition, & Lighthouse on bottom.

ID (1/2): A promotional graphic with a lime green background and red-orange gradient reads, “May 12 to 18: The First Ever Chemsex Awareness Week: Chemsex–using drugs to enhance or facilitate sexual experiences–is a part of many queer and trans people’s lives. This week provides...

Del 12 al 18 de mayo se celebra la primera Semana de Concientización sobre el Chems*x (#CSAwarenessWeek), una campaña para promover la salud s*xual y estrategias de reducción de daños para personas queer y trans que consumen chems*x.

ID (2/2): In the background, there is a black-and-white image of a flame. The border is a colorful gradient. The Lighthouse logomark in the upper right corner.

ID (1/2): Bold text and visuals demanding justice for trans drug users and s*x workers. The phrase “trans drug users, and s*x workers won’t back down!” is in colorful ransom letters.

(2/2) They want us erased, silent, and afraid. But we are still here. We are still fighting. And we will never back down.

To our trans siblings surviving in the streets, in prisons, in the shadows: We see you. We fight with you. You are not alone.

Stay loud. Stay resisting. Stay alive. #TDOV

ID (2/2): Below, their name "JESSIE FANINI (they/them)" is displayed in bold, black text inside a white rounded rectangle. Underneath, their title "NYC Capacity Building Coordinator" written in smaller white text. Drawings of a "they/them" pronoun card icon & a rainbow with clouds on the right.

ID (1/2): Colorful vibrant gradient background. At the top, bold black text reads "WELCOME TO LIGHTHOUSE!" Below, a photo of Jessie, who has curly pink hair and wears black heart-shaped glasses. They sit at an outdoor cafe, sipping tea, wearing a colorful striped scarf and a purple coat.

(2/2) When they're not in school, you can find them reading horror/thrillers, trying new recipes, or weaving on their loom. 🧶📚👓

You'll see Jessie at our meetings, trainings, and maybe even run into them at a meeting or two! Say hi and compliment their iconic heart glasses! 💖✨