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    Consent

    Consent isn't just mandatory, it's sexy! Learn about what consent is, how to ask for consent and some situations where you can't get consent. Read more

  • Sex in the Time of Corona Virus

    Sex in the Time of Corona Virus

    We advise that you should stay at home and minimise your contact with others to stop the spread of Corvid 19. But if you're going to have sex then please follow these guidelines to minimise your risk. Read more

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Sexual Health

Sexual Health is a huge issue for Gay and Bisexual Men (sometimes called MSM or Men who have Sex with Men). Sexual Health is important to any and all individuals. Looking after your sexual health is just as important as looking after your own mental or physical health. This section explores key questions many MSM ask about their sexual health. It also contains an agony aunt section. Should you have any queries and don’t wish to have them answered over the phone message them to us here.

Consent

Consent

Consent isn't just mandatory, it's sexy! Learn about what consent is, how to ask for consent and some situations where you can't get consent. Read more

Published: 3rd November, 2020

Updated: 5th November, 2020

Author: Leo Lardie

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Sex in the Time of Corona Virus

Sex in the Time of Corona Virus

We advise that you should stay at home and minimise your contact with others to stop the spread of Corvid 19. But if you're going to have sex then please follow these guidelines to minimise your risk. Read more

Published: 23rd March, 2020

Author: Leo Lardie

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How to Access PrEP in NI

How to Access PrEP in NI

The Royal Victoria Hospital & Altnagelvin Hospital GUM clinic has recently launched its HIV Prevention/Risk Reduction clinic that aims to help applicable individuals access PrEP via the NHS. Read more

Published: 1st October, 2018

Updated: 20th November, 2020

Author: Leo Lardie

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Relationships & Sex Education

Relationships & Sex Education

The Rainbow Project works in partnership with Relate NI and Nexus to deliver relationship and sexual health education to young people in a community setting. Read more

Published: 9th August, 2017

Updated: 22nd August, 2019

Author: Stephen Donnan

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Balanitis, Cystitis, Non-Specific Urethritis, Proctitis and Thrush

Balanitis, Cystitis, Non-Specific Urethritis, Proctitis and Thrush

Balanitis, Cystitis, Non-Specific Urethritis, Proctitis (part of a group infections called NSGI’s or Non-Specific Genital Infections) and Thrush are all common infections which are caused by an inflammation of the lining of certain parts of your body. Read more

Published: 25th July, 2017

Updated: 19th June, 2019

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Know your STIs

Know your STIs

Sexually Transmitted Infections have been around for centuries. Some people like to decry them as a modern problem. The reality is that we are aware of infections, such as Syphilis, existing as early as the middle ages. Read more

Published: 25th July, 2017

Updated: 10th September, 2018

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Get a safer sex pack

Get a safer sex pack

The Rainbow Project is funded to provide LGBT individuals with access to free Safer Sex Packs in Northern Ireland. You can receive a pack by simply filling out the form attached below and you will receive your pack within 2 weeks. Read more

Published: 29th June, 2017

Updated: 20th November, 2020

Author:

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Outreach clinics

Outreach clinics

The Rainbow Project works closely with other providers to provide full sexual health screening in Satellite Clinics. Read more

Published: 29th June, 2017

Updated: 18th March, 2020

Author:

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HIV Testing, STI Testing : Know your Status

HIV Testing, STI Testing : Know your Status

The Rainbow Project provides free Rapid HIV and Syphilis Testing across Northern Ireland. These are primarily based in Belfast LGBT Centre, and our Foyle LGBT centre. Read more

Published: 29th June, 2017

Updated: 21st January, 2020

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HIV Awareness

HIV Awareness

On this page you will find answers to frequently asked questions about HIV. If you would like to speak to one of our staff about HIV or any other sexual health issue please contact us through our website, telephone or social media. The Rainbow Project also provides free confidential rapid HIV and Syphilis testing available through contacting our office on 028 9031 9030. Read more

Published: 29th June, 2017

Updated: 28th February, 2019

Author:

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Steps to Zero

Steps to Zero

The STEPS to ZERO campaign aims in the next 10 years to reduce the number of new HIV diagnoses to zero. Read more

Published: 29th May, 2017

Updated: 2nd October, 2017

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    Balanitis, Cystitis, Non-Specific Urethritis, Proctitis and Thrush

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    The Rainbow Project is devoted to promoting the health and well-being of lesbian, gay, bisexual and/or transgender people and their families in Northern Ireland, as well as those questioning their orientation or gender, through partnership, advocacy and the development and delivery of appropriate support services.

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    The Rainbow Project provides the only LGB&/T specific counselling service in Northern Ireland. Counselling offers an opportunity to talk in confidence about challenges, losses, problems or issues that concern you.

  • Get a safer sex pack

    Get a safer sex pack

    The Rainbow Project is funded to provide LGBT individuals with access to free Safer Sex Packs in Northern Ireland. You can receive a pack by simply filling out the form attached below and you will receive your pack within 2 weeks.

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    Outreach clinics

    The Rainbow Project works closely with other providers to provide full sexual health screening in Satellite Clinics.

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    The Rainbow Project couldn’t carry out its work without the help of our amazing team of volunteers. We have a strong volunteering ethos and seek to create opportunities for people to contribute to our overall organisational aims and objectives.

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“When I was younger and home alone I sometimes put on a swimsuit during a shower since I probably would never get to wear it to swim… Thanks @TRPNI for changing that tonight!” - Help keep our trans swimming service afloat. Read more

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