#datingadvice 💕 Dating, #disclosure, and talking about intimacy don't have to be hard conversations. Understanding basic facts can increase your confidence and help you feel better equipped to start your next relationship. It is important to remember that there is much more to you than #HIV. ⤵️

"Through the hospital visits, the medication changes, the frustrations, the prayers, the tears — I am still here. I am smiling as I write this blog post." Each life with #HIV is unique because each woman walks a different path. #AGirlLikeMe @godsbabi.bsky.social takes us along her journey ⤵️ #WCW

"If I lived, others were able to live too. That is the sacred chain of advocacy." It's no surprise that Maria #HIV Mejia has a spot in the #Top10Tuesday countdown. Her powerful, touching entry in at number 7 is a testament to the impact of #advocacy and determination to live.

Are you newly diagnosed with #HIV? This fact sheet offers answers to questions you may have about HIV and women, will introduce you to concepts about thriving with HIV from #women currently living with the virus, and provides resources you can turn to. Follow the link to learn more. #WomenandHIV ⤵️

The Well Project offices will close on Friday, Jan 30, 2026, in observance of the US general strike: We encourage you to participate if you are able, and to take action in whatever way feels right for you if you are not. Take good care of yourselves and each other. We are stronger together. ✊🏿✊🏽✊🏻✊🏼✊🏾

#ICYMI There was a must-hear conversation on our platforms last week. Ciarra "Ci Ci" Brown & Lynette Trawick confronted the expectations that #women must always be the "strong ones." Watch the full exchange of "Societal Expectations of Women Living with HIV"➡️ bit.ly/AGLMLive39 #womensupportingwomen

"Your life may be so noisy, so dark, trying to figure out how you got to that part. Walking back and forth wondering if you're coming or going." Sometimes a few words are all you need to know you aren't alone. Blogger Destiny123 reminds us to keep moving. Read ⤵️ #AGirlLikeMe #womenempoweringwomen

It’s #Top10Tuesday! In at number 8, #AGirlLikeMe blogger ‘mina’ shares her dreams of #studyingabroad - and the barriers she's encountering. “I’m still searching for a country where I can live, study, access healthcare, find housing, and build something stable... I’m keeping the dream alive.” Read ⤵️

New blogger Alert! "Through #AGirlLikeMe, I want to share honest reflections on living with #HIV in Caribbean contexts, where resilience exists alongside vulnerability, and where joy, growth, and leadership are still possible." Welcome Kimberly! Read the full intro, and drop a comment to say hi!

#FACT: Words can inspire, empower, and bring us hope. They can also bully, scare and destroy our sense of self. Words and language describe who we are and how we connect with the world around us, and with ourselves. It's #FactSheetFriday so let's talk #language - especially as it relates to #HIV ⤵️

"A global network for women living with HIV is a dream I never knew existed at 15 .... I want #women to know how vital they are, including those of us with #HIV and those who don't know how to pay for their meds and appointments." Welcome Eunice into our #AGirlLikeMe community!

Don't forget to join us Thursday, 1/22/26 for a transformative episode of #AGirlLikeMe LIVE! We'll confront societal expectation that #women must always be the "strong ones" and explore the mental and emotional toll this can place on those managing #HIV. On our Facebook, Instagram & YouTube pages.

"I didn’t realize so many patients were misinformed and were not living their life due to #stigma. That just didn’t sit well with me." Our #community of #women continues to grow. Read our spotlight on Justine Davenport one of our Woman Making a Difference, learn about her #HIV #advocacy, and more!

"[T]he love I seek—has to come from within first. It has to protect me from any version of love that is less than I deserve." Our #9 #AGirlLikeMe blog of 2025 affirms that learning to love yourself after trauma is a big part of healing. Read below and come back each #top10utesday for the countdown!

🎤 Communicating through mainstream media is a great way to inform the public about issues and day-to-day realities of living with #HIV. But it’s not as simple as pressing record or writing words on a paper. Learn about ways that may help you start, or improve your #media presence. ⤵️

"I've learned to rebuild not just my #health but my relationship with my body. To listen when it whispers. To rest when it needs it. To feed it with care and protect it like the sacred home it is.🪬" Cupcake80 #AGirlLikeMe Numbers play a role but aren't the whole story when you live with #HIV ⤵️

"Some time ago, I said that I had become a shadow of myself. I was searching for the strength and courage to stand up again and return to what I have always loved." It's a new year & #AGirlLikeMe blogger mina is back, taking steps to find herself & her happiness. Read on for some #wednesdaywisdom ⤵️

It's 2026 and traditions matter when you're trying to make sense of the world - so we're once again counting down the top 10 #AGirlLikeMe blogs from the previous year. Catch our countdown each #Top10Tuesday until we get to the #1 blog of 2025! Up first in the #10 slot is a story about #love 💞 ⤵️

Join us Thursday, January 22, for #AGirlLikeMe LIVE, where we'll confront societal expectation that #women must always be the "strong ones." We'll explore the mental and emotional toll this can place on those managing an #HIV diagnosis. You won't want to miss it! Register now ➡️ bit.ly/AGLMLive39

It's #FactSheetFriday! The start of a new year is a good time to think about #mentalhealth & how to take care of yourself. Living with #HIV intersects with every aspect of health & well-being, not least of which are mental & #behavioralhealth. Learn more & get tips on taking care of yourself ⤵️

The Well Project is proud to endorse the 16th International Workshop on #Women & #HIV this April! Get more info about conference format, registration & how to submit your #abstract (just over 1 week left!) at amededu.co/3VznspX Be sure to follow @academicmededu.bsky.social for updates! #womenhiv

"I find myself back full circle... once again worrying about how not to die while navigating life with HIV" Changes to US policy around #insurance access made advocate @sosaidred.bsky.social revisit a blog about #HIV and old feelings about how to live without fear of dying. Read the full piece ⤵️

Did you know there could be a relationship between your menstrual cycle, changes in flow, and HIV? Learn more about how #HIV may impact your menstrual cycle, including tips on how to take care of yourself. #women #getthefacts #themoreyouknow

"She falls. She cries. She doubts. She gets angry. But she never stays down. NEVER." Some people identify #strength as physical power, while others consider it our emotional and mental ability to push through. For #AGirlLikeMe blogger "Maria #HIV Mejia" it's in our ability to rise. Read her #blog ⤵️

We at The Well Project wish all members of our community, and all their loved ones, a joyful and restorative end to the year. We offer this collection of our resources about mental health and wellness – newly updated for the 2025 season – as a holiday gift to our beloved community. #eachonereachone

💡 This #FactSheetFriday we remind you that #reproductivehealth is part of your overall #wellness. Taking care of your whole body includes caring for your genital and reproductive organs, no matter your sexual activity, gender, or pregnancy intentions. Knowledge is power (and health)! #GettheFacts ⤵️

"I saw the light one day The sun started to peak through my windows The strength of it pierced through my walls God filled my heart with his spirit I breathed again" #Poetry is a powerful form of expression. In her poem, Ashley gives a call out of faith and testimony to her resilience and strength.

"He is my number one fan and I never had a relationship this supportive in the past. It's crazy how you find your person when you are not looking." 💬 JustineDD, #AGirlLikeMe In this fun and lighthearted blog, Justine makes it clear that she has a "Bae" and he is her person. Read the full blog ⤵️

Gynecologic Care & HIV: What to Expect Living with HIV means caring for your whole body. Regular GYN care helps prevent cancers, catch concerns early, and keep you healthy. #HIV #HIVwomen #HIVCare @thewellprojecthiv.bsky.social www.thewellproject.org/hiv-informat...

The Well Project addresses all measures of women’s well-being. Watch the final video of our fundraising drive; hear women leaders living with HIV share how our offerings enrich quality of life; and donate today toward that impact! ➡️ bit.ly/TheWellProjectDonate or text “GIVE" to 844-431-7707.

The menopausal transition is a span in which women's quality of life is impacted. Join us tomorrow, December 17 at 12pm ET / 9am PT for this episode of #AGirlLikeMe LIVE discussing community and sisterhood in the change of #menopause. Register -> bit.ly/AGLMLive38 #WellnessWednesday #transitions

"[N]ever doubt your strength. You know the connection you had with your baby inside your womb, that love will continue to grow and will motivate you to support your baby. Our love is powerful. Our children are brilliant. We are proudly #HIV positive moms and we thrive." @hivstigmafighter.bsky.social

Our featured partner for December is... 🌟 Black Women's Learning Institute 🌟 ... a national center focused on the health & #wellness needs of #BlackWomen - especially in the southern United States. BWLI aims to improve health outcomes for Black women across the lifespan. #blackwomenshealthmatters

"The virus is not the problem anymore. What keeps killing is ignorance, stigma, & stupidity." Facing #stigma & misinformation about #HIV is frustrating. Maria Mejia has been in advocacy for a long time & lets stigma have it in this fiery blog. Lea en español: www.thewellproject.org/a-girl-like-...

In this week's featured video, hear from our colleagues on how The Well Project expands health literacy through our online library of women-centered HIV information. Help ensure we can continue our work – centering #women living with #HIV! bit.ly/TheWellProjectDonate or text “GIVE" to 844-431-7707.

“The day started out like any other day...” The diversity of women living with #HIV brings a diversity of stories and voices telling them. Blogger @jreed73.bsky.social shares her journey towards healing from multiple traumas. A heartrending read, it is also a show of resilience and bravery.

"In celebration of #WorldAIDSDay 2025...we organised the 6th edition of the Gihanga Talent Show under the theme 'Let's stand together against #HIVstigma.' This event remains one of the best opportunities to educate young people and raise awareness about #HIV and #AIDS." @hivstigmafighter.bsky.social

✴️ How to know whether symptoms are related to #menopause or #HIV? ✴️ How does menopause impact a person's sexual health and desire? ✴️ And what's the difference between perimenopause and menopause, anyway? In an impactful conversation our panel discussed issues from symptoms to mental health WATCH ⤵️

The #postpartum period is usually considered the first three months after giving birth. In reality, that period of adjustment can last up to a year. The questions and resources in the materials below can serve as reminders to reach out for the support you need – wherever it may come from. ⤵️

"There are people who would argue that any ally is a good ally. I disagree." Allyship is when people outside of targeted groups actively take up a cause to be of support and to lift people up. #HIV advocate Red40something tackles what she thinks "Intentional Allies" are in her latest blog. ⤵️

📣 Let's talk #sisterhood and symptom management of #perimenopause & #menopause. Join us Wednesday 12/17 for #AGirlLikeMe LIVE as we discuss healthy coping strategies and the power of community and storytelling in navigating this transition for #women living with #HIV. Register 👉 bit.ly/AGLMLive38

"Surviving the diagnosis is one thing. Surviving people is another." #HIV alters the relationships #women have with the people around them and the society they live in. "...I'm not in the business of softening myself anymore. Not after everything I've survived." Cupcake80 #AGirlLikeMe Read more ⤵️

It's #GivingTuesday! #TheWellProject programs & platforms facilitate a sense of community, improving mental health, social connectedness, & empowerment. Watch this week's video & help ensure we can continue enhancing community engagement! bit.ly/TheWellProjectDonate or text "GIVE" to 844-431-7707.

Amid devastating upheaval in public health, #TheWellProject leans into community, collaboration, & connection. On #WorldAIDSDay & every day, we are grateful to be part of a wide, diverse network of advocates that speak truth, live joyfully, & engage in transformative work! #WAD2025 #onewomanatatime

"A milestone I never imagined I’d reach... I just submitted my first ever conference abstract! 🌍💫 ... To anyone who ever doubted themselves: trust me, you are more than enough. Keep showing up, keep speaking up, and watch doors open. 🚪✨" Maria #HIV Mejia, #AGirlLikeMe Read more ⤵️

The Well Project is dedicated to advancing the #HIV research & policy agenda on women across the gender spectrum. Watch this video featuring research and policy experts from The Well Project's community & consider donating at 🔗 bit.ly/TheWellProjectDonate or text “GIVE" or "DONATE" to 844-431-7707

"I know that one day ... I will finally be able to take back control of my life". Blogger 'mina' bravely shares her journey towards #healing and finding herself again after betrayal. ❤️‍🩹 #AGirlLikeMe #womenandHIV The full #blog is available by following the link ⤵️

#GetTheFacts 💡 For parents living with #HIV who wish to explore infant feeding, the information available can be confusing. In our fact sheet, "Can I #Breastfeed While Living With #HIV?" learn about benefits and challenges of breast/chestfeeding while living with HIV. ⤵️ #FactSheetFriday

On #TransgenderDayofRemembrance we observe this day of reflection, reverence, and action amid all-out attacks on trans communities and #trans personhood. We stand strongly with our community and family members of trans, nonbinary, and gender-expansive experience, in this devastating time and always.

"The work to end anti-trans violence begins with honoring the truth: that trans people deserve to be seen in their full humanity and live long, safe, and authentic lives." Read @transequality.bsky.social 2025 Remembrance Report now ⤵️ transequality.org/news/a4te-re... #TDOR #transdayofremembrance