UPDATE
Due to the impact of COVID-19 and loss of resources, there is a change in services that are available. Currently, only HIV and STI Testing is currently available, with HIV Rapid testing having resumed since May. Psycho-social support has ended for the time being, as has the BFPA Doctor’s clinic. PrEP is also unavailable until further notice to due lack of the medication available in the island.
HIV Rapid testing and STI screening are $25 each individually, but if you are having a full screening done, it is $30
Drop In Center
The Safe Space is a drop-in center for sexual and gender minorities and is a space where persons are free to express themselves. The Safe Space offers some amenities to its community free of cost. The amenities include; wifi, computer access, TV and kitchen amenities (fridge, microwave, stove, storage). Please note that due to COVID-19, The Safe Space is currently closed from drop-ins, but will re-open shortly
HIV and STI Testing
The Safe Space offers free and confidential HIV and STI testing and counselling. Current tests available include: HIV rapid test, HIV delayed test, Syphilis, Ghonorrhea, chlamydia, and Hepatitis B and C. HIV rapid test results are returned in 20 minutes, while results from the other tests can take 1-3 weeks. Testing is currently available Thursdays 4 – 7 p.m. and Fridays 10 a.m. – 2 p.m
PrEP
Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) is a course of HIV drugs taken by HIV-negative people to reduce their risk of HIV infection. The anti-HIV drugs in PrEP stop the virus replicating in your body. If you are exposed to HIV but have been taking PrEP correctly, there will be high enough levels of the drugs to prevent you from getting HIV. Unfortunately, PrEP is currently not available country wide. Please follow our social media platforms for updates