Adolescent Sexual Health and the Dynamics of Oppression: A Call for Cultural Competency (Issues at a Glance) (Order publication - $2.00)
This paper is intended to assist in developing the cultural competency skills of those who work with youth, and ensure that programs empower young participants by involving them in all aspects of designing and running programs for youth as well as provide culturally appropriate interventions, with culturally competent adult and youth staff It provides guidelines for understanding the impact of prejudice and discrimination on vulnerable adolescents;assessing and addressing their needs; and building on their assets.

HIV and Young American Indian/Alaska Native Women (The Facts) (Order publication - $1.00)
Social, economic, and cultural barriers limit the ability of many American Indians/Alaska Natives (AI/AN) young women to receive accurate and adequate information on preventing HIV and other sexually transmitted infections (STI)s. Additionally, there is a striking lack of research on cultural issues that influence the reproductive and sexual health of American Indians/Alaska Natives, less on AI/AN adolescents, and even less on young American Indian women.. Learn more about the sexual and reproductive health of young AI/AN women and how their needs can best be met.

HIV Vaccine Research: Creating Support Among Communities of Color (Issues at a Glance) (Order publication - $2.00)
Communities of color are disproportionately infected with HIV and are also disproportionately affected by the HIV and AIDS pandemic. A successful preventive vaccine may be our best hope for ending the epidemic among communities of color across the United States. Yet relatively few people of color in the United States volunteer for HIV prevention vaccine trials. This paper examines barriers to HIV vaccine trial participation among people of color and provides guidelines for increasing education and involvement around vaccine research.

HIV/AIDS and the Young African American Woman: Get Your Talk On!  (Pamphlet) (Order publication - see order form for pricing)
Written by and for young African-American women, this practical pamphlet gives tips on communication with a partner about relationship expectations, past and present sexual relationships, contraceptive use, and past and present drug use.

Latina Adolescent Health (Issues at a Glance) (Order publication - $2.00)
Latinos comprise the fastest growing racial/ethnic group in the United States. In addition to the challenges all youth encounter during the transition to adulthood, social, cultural, economic, and biological factors influence the state of Latina adolescents' health. Some of these factors may place Latinas at risk, while others may assist in protecting their health. The complex interaction of these factors can also affect Latina teens' life choices, resiliency, and development. This paper examines the forces which affect Latinas’ health and provides recommendations for providers and communities in developing effective programs to promote the reproductive and sexual health of Latina adolescents.

Serving Youth of Color (Transitions) (Order publication - see order form for pricing)
This publication compiles information about issues faced by youth of color, including HIV-positive youth and gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, and questioning (GLBTQ) youth of color. It considers how concepts of masculinity contribute to young men's sexual risk behaviors and their problems in intimate relationships. It discusses the interplay of cultural competence and social justice and how to create culturally relevant programs. It discusses barriers to health care and arts programs that promote young people's sexual health and provides links to national and online resources.

The Impact of Homophobia and Racism on GLBTQ Youth of Color (The Facts) (Order publication - $1.00)
As members of more than one minority group, GLBTQ youth of color face special challenges in a society which often presents heterosexuality as the only acceptable orientation and in which nonwhites have disproportionately higher rates of negative sexual outcomes. Economic and cultural disparities, as well as sexual risk taking and other risk-taking behavior, make these youth vulnerable to HIV, pregnancy, and sexual violence. Holistic, culturally competent health care is essential to their well being.

The Sexual Health of Asian—American/Pacific Islander Young Women: Focus on Assets (From Research to Practice) (Order publication - $1.00)
Young Asian and Pacific Islander (API) women face unique challenges to good reproductive and sexual health, including barriers to good communication about sex, low rates of condom use, and a lack of culturally-specific sexual health programs and services. But cultural factors also provide them with unique assets they can draw upon to protect their well-being. This paper explores challenges and assets and provides guidelines for youth-serving professionals toward promoting good outcomes for these young women.

The Sexual Health of Latina Adolescents—Focus on Assets (From Research to Practice) (Order publication - $1.00)
This document briefly highlights sexual health data on young Latinas and then summarizes the findings of asset-focused research. Its aim is: 1) to assist youth-serving professionals to identify and incorporate youth development strategies into their programming; and 2) to encourage policy makers, at all levels, to make fiscal and policy investments that will promote the sexual health of young Latinas.

Tips and Strategies for Meeting the Needs of GLBTQ Youth of Color (From Research to Practice) (available online only)
GLBTQ youth of color face stigma related both to race/ethnicity and to sexual orientation and/or gender identity. Most models of homosexual identity development are based on the experiences of white, middle- and upper-middle class lesbians and gays; while programs for youth of color may not yet acknowledge the presence and needs of GLBTQ youth among those they serve. This document provides strategies for effectively meeting the needs of GLBTQ youth of color.

Tips and Strategies for Taking Steps to Cultural Fairness (From Research to Practice) (available online only)
Understanding cultural differences and striving for cultural competency are vital skills for youth serving professionals. This document provides steps for assessing one’s own cultural influences and biases, and provides tips for dealing with all people of different cultural backgrounds and specifically for working with GLBTQ youth.

Understanding Disparities in the HIV Epidemic (Issues at a Glance) (Order publication - $2.00)
African Americans suffer from negative sexual health outcomes at greatly disproportionate rates, with young women and young men who have sex with men particularly at risk. This paper provides a close examination of the extent of the HIV and STI epidemics and their underlying causes, examining how racism, poverty, incarceration, and other social factors have contributed to heightened risk.

Walk in My Shoes (Book) (Order publication - $10.00)
Walk in My Shoes is a collection of inspirational essays to empower young African American women to become involved in the fight for reproductive justice. It draws on the author's 30-plus years of experience as a Black woman working in the reproductive rights movement. The essays examine the history of African American women in the women's rights movement and provide guidance for young African American activists on: avoiding the pitfalls of becoming the black "expert" in white women's organizations; knowing when and how to assert leadership; building a support base; and setting goals to diversify the movement to meet every woman's needs.

Young African American Women and HIV (From Research to Practice) (available online only)
Rates of HIV infection and AIDS were relatively rare among black women in the early years of the epidemic. Now however, HIV and AIDS disproportionately affect black women, especially young black women. This document looks at some of the factors—behavioral and non-behavioral—that put young black women at disproportionate risk of HIV. It also recommends policies and programs to assist young black women to protect their health and save their lives.

Young Women of Color and the HIV Epidemic (The Facts) (available online only)
Rates of HIV infection are disproportionately high among young women of color, especially those who are members of the working poor and, therefore, lack health insurance and easy access to health care. This fact sheet describes the risks and issues young women of color face and how programs can address them.

Young Women of Color and Their Risk for HIV and Other STIs (Issues at a Glance) (Order publication - $2.00)
Socioeconomic, cultural, and gender barriers limit the ability of some young women of color to receive information on sexually transmitted infections (STIs), including HIV, access culturally appropriate health care, and reduce sexual risks. The estimated prevalence of HIV and other STIs is especially high for young women of color, many of whom lack health insurance and have little or no access to health care. A lack of well-funded prevention programs specifically addressing young women of color further limits the capacity of some these young women to protect themselves against HIV infection. This paper examines these young women’s heightened risk and provides guidelines for programs to effectively address it.

Youth of Color - At Disproportionate Risk of Negative Sexual Health Outcomes (The Facts) (Order publication - $1.00)
In the United States, rates of HIV and other sexually transmitted infections (STIs) as well as of unintended pregnancy are disproportionately high among youth of color, especially among black and Hispanic youth. Social, economic, and cultural barriers limit the ability of many youth of color to receive accurate and adequate information on preventing HIV, STIs, and unwanted pregnancy. This fact sheet describes the risks and issues young people of color face and how programs can address them.