Phoenix Rising

Group support is at the foundation of our model for emotional health and wellness and Black Brothers Esteem (BBE) has pioneered support groups that respond to a range of physical and mental health and substance abuse concerns.

The Weekly Drop-In Support Group for African American men who have sex with men, and gay or bisexual, gender variant, and same-gender loving men is a place to build community with other members, reduce isolation, share concerns, and discover new perspectives.

BBE is a psychosocial support program for African American men who have sex with men, gay or bisexual, gender variant, and same-gender loving men who are at risk for HIV transmission. BBE brings together men who are interested in sharing their experiences, exchanging ideas, and uplifting one another.

Join us to share your thoughts, make new friends and find your community. It’s even better when you’re sharing in it with those who know you best.

Related Services

Sexual Health & Testing HIV, hep C & STI testing; linkage to treatment, anal health care, hormone level checks, pregnancy tests & more   PrEP & PEP Highly effective HIV prevention medication with benefits navigation and insurance support    HIV Support & Health Navigation Testing and treatment for STIs, HIV medication starts and linkage to HIV care, health navigation & HIV testing   Substance Use Treatment No-judgement counseling and treatment for people interested in changing their relationship to drugs & alcohol   Support Groups Advice, info & friendship in groups for people living with HIV, people addressing substance use & more   Counseling & Case Management Individualized support for substance use, accessing PrEP, medical needs and HCV/HIV care    Syringe Access & Disposal Safer injection & disposal supplies, overdose prevention, and other harm reduction tools   

Related Programs

Black Brothers Esteem

A program empowering gay, bisexual, and same-gender loving African American men who are at risk of HIV.

BBE Ask the Experts

Black Brothers Esteem hosts experts who share info and facilitate discussion around HIV and health topics.

Brothers Who Read

A book club created as a community where men can discuss their love of books. All are welcome.

BBE Movie & Game Night

Join Black Brothers Esteem for a get-together with board games, wacky bingo, cards and movies.

Something New

Join members of Black Brothers Esteem for free social outings around San Francisco and the Bay Area.