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 THE SERVICES
Today we offer a wide array of services. Our programs range from providing support for members of the community who are infected or affected by HIV virus, to providing a safe space for community members to drop in. We are working towards telling our stories through research, advocacy and public policy. As we continue to evolve and discover new ways to live our lives, POCC Inc., will continue our dedication to programming that not only advocates for us, but propels us towards enjoying richer and fuller existences. Black Gay Research Group
A collective of black researchers committed to making sure the stories of our lives are told. Bleu Magazine
A quarterly publication dedicated to creating space for the Lifestyle & voices for the Alternative Reader. Community Advocacy
Timely, appropriate and effective responses to the issues that concern us. Computer Lab
A bank of computers for checking e-mail, surfing the web and light word processing. Confidential HIV Testing
A free HIV test…Know your Status! Derrick L. Briggs Discussions
An intimate space created for men of color to interact on a both creative and intellectual level. The mission of the group is to reinforce the strength of our voices as Black and Latino gay men, as both individuals and as a community with monthly topic discussions that range from online dating, communication strategies and internalize homophobia. Drop-In Center/Safe Space
A secure space to hang out, watch TV, and interact with people like you and our friendly staff. HIV Support Group
A space to discuss one’s experiences living with HIV as well as sharing ways to remain healthy. Individual Level Interventions
One-on-One support to assist clients navigate the maze of New York City’s emergency social services system. Many Men, Many Voices
A six-week seminar that looks at our lives as black gay men, the choices we make and how they play into risk for HIV. Outreach Services
We come to where you are and you can learn about POCC and our services. Prevention Case Management
Individual sessions with a counselor to achieve healthier and fulfilling lives. Pride in the City
Members of the community coming together to celebrate pride. Pride in the City honors the lives of black gay, bisexual, lesbian and transgender people from around the country. Youth Support Group-Things of That Nature
Things of that Nature is a weekly discussion group specifically for youth and young adults. Activities include open discussions where group members have an opportunity to talk about anything of interests to them as youth. There are also conversations that are targeted towards prevention including: online dating safety tips, guest speakers/authors, HIV 101, safer sex strategies, movie night and game night to name a few of the activities available. During the beginning of every month, we celebrate every member of the youth group who is celebrating a birthday. Young Men of Color Coalition
A collaboration of New York City agencies serving gay young men of color looking at the issues affecting our youth and finding ways to work collectively to better address them. The Federation of Houses
The Federation of Houses is a group made up of the current Mothers and Fathers of the Houses in New York City. This coalition was created to better serve the House ball community by disseminating information, creating innovative programs to assist the youth of the HB community to achieve stability in career, education, health and wellness as it specifically deals with HIV/ STI and other maladies that disproportionately affect the HB community. Sanctuary:
A Gathering for Black Gay/SGL men meets once a month in the offices of POCC in Brooklyn, NY. The group has been in existence since 2004. Substance Use Education
This is a quarterly presentation given to other Community Based organizations specifically speaking to the issues of Substance abuse and support services that will be needed to combat this ongoing issue within our community. The C.O.R.E. NYC
Coalition of Responsible Entrepreneurs: New York City’s Hottest Party Promoters. This is a group of local Party Promoters dedicated to the health and wellbeing of the LGBT community of color. They are instrumental in presenting creative and innovative events at their venues that encourages confidential testing, counseling and linkage to proper health care and social services. Trans-Group
Reflections are a transgender and gender non-conforming support group. Reflections goal is to explore transgender and gender non-conforming person who is in need of supportive services. The group's goal is to support and assist the transgender and gender non-conforming community with accessing resources available and successfully transitioning in a healthy and safe manner. We will provide assistance with accessing Health Care, Housing, Legal, name changing programs, Education, Social Services, Job readiness, resume building, safer sex methods and harm reduction, basic life skills, know your rights. Reflection has created an internet support group were client may discuss issue that are impacting the community. Black Light Project
Blacklight is an initiative conceived by POCC, a Brooklyn-based prevention agency that targets black gay men. The purpose of the BlackLight series is to build a progressive network of black LGBTQ college students in the NY Metro area to discuss issues concerning our lives such as: community building and social life, job opportunities, popular culture and new coalitions between academia and grassroots politics. Canwebefrank.com / |
