HIV is the virus that causes AIDS. It damages your immune system, making it easier for you to get sick. HIV is spread during sex, but condoms can help protect you.
HIV Resources
You can’t tell if you have HIV just by the way you feel, because most people who get HIV don’t have any symptoms for years. The only way to know for sure if you have HIV is to get tested.
Visit one of our community centers for a free, confidential, rapid HIV test.
The Space is a community drop-in center offering free rapid HIV testing, safer sex kits, PrEP and PEP navigation, and community support. Our space is open to all, with some core programs designed for LGBTQ+ teens and adults.
HIV Testing Hours:
Monday-Friday from 12:00 - 8:00 p.m.
MPower Albuquerque
MPower is a drop-in program for gay, bisexual, queer, and questioning men and trans individuals ages 18-29. We host community outings and activities, as well as meetings for core members. Follow us on Facebook to see what’s coming up!
We are a group of LGBTQ+ youth and allies who come together and make memories. We support one another and recognize one another for who we are, not who the world wants us to be. We are truly safe to be ourselves, and the staff support us in what we want to do.
Serious stuff we talk about:
We can talk about issues that affect us, like challenges around being LGBTQ+ in school, what we need from allies, or tips and tricks for challenging gender roles and expectations. We can learn about safer sex and HIV prevention in fun ways, and about healthy relationships. We also learn what other members of our LGBTQ+ community are up to.
Less serious stuff you can expect:
There's ALWAYS free food
Games and music
Fun and funny people
Movie and TV marathons are a must
Dance parties definitely happen
Super Smash Bros. is brilliant
The couches are super comfy
Did we mention free food?
Join our Discord!
Joining our Discord server is a great way to make friends, build community, and to stay in touch with other teens in a safe and welcoming space — wherever you are in New Mexico. Email us at [email protected] to find out how you or the LGBTQ+ youth in your life can join the fun!
2785 East Desert Inn Rd, Ste 260
Las Vegas, NV 89121
(702) 718-0231
The Spot offers free rapid HIV testing and PrEP and PEP navigation in a welcoming community space. We provide LGBTQ+ inclusive sex education and host discussions, movie nights, and more.
Regular hours are Monday-Friday, 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. If you cannot make it during these times, please call us. We're happy to set up another time to meet with you.
