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DREAAM Project

Our name, Determined to Respect and Encourage African American Men (DREAAM), embodies the values of our program. We welcome gay, bi, transgender, queer, questioning and intersex (GBTQQI) young men of African descent, ages 30 and under.

With the DREAAM Project, self-expression is encouraged. We don’t judge you for your body image, mannerisms, experiences, education level, or socioeconomic background. Respect starts within ourselves and the ability to take bold steps in the future starts with feeling supported now.

We create space for DREAAM leaders to build community, affirm and support each other, and connect to resources through programs and services.

Free HIV/STI testing, therapy and links to services and medical care are available. DREAAM is judgment-free because when you’re here, you’re home.

Check our social media:

Facebook

Program & event updates about our groups open to all GBTQQI men and their allies age 30 and under.

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Twitter

Open to LGBTQQI people of color and allies (non-LGBTQQI identified) #SF #DREAAM

@sfdreaam
“The DREAAM Project keeps me in the mind frame of wanting to do better for myself in many ways.”
Georale Huggins DREAAM member

Group Facilitators

Mayia Ogbebor

Manager, QTPOC Outreach and Engagement

Terrance Wilder

Program Coordinator, DREAAM Project

Phone: 415-487-8029

Darius “Jovon” Bright

Darius “Jovon” Bright

Program Assistant, DREAAM Project

FAQs about DREAAM

CAN I BRING FRIENDS FROM DIFFERENT CULTURAL BACKGROUNDS TO THE DREAAM PROJECT EVENTS?

Yes. Friends of different cultural backgrounds are welcome.

IF I’M OVER THE AGE OF 35, CAN I STILL BE A PART OF THE FRIDAY NIGHT GROUPS?

We advise you to check the Black Brother Esteem group that takes place every Wednesday from 4 pm – 6 pm at 1035 Market street (4th floor).

CAN I BRING A FEMALE FRIEND WITH ME TO THE FRIDAY NIGHT GROUP?

Yes, moral support is welcome.

CAN I BRING A FRIEND WITH ME ON THE MONTHLY SOCIAL OUTINGS?

Yes. Please RSVP your friend in advance.

IF I’M UNDER THE AGE OF 18, CAN I STILL COME TO THE DROP-IN GROUPS?

Please contact a member of the team.

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   Hepatitis C Free hepatitis C testing & treatment for people who formerly or currently inject, with social & group support   Support Groups Advice, info & friendship in groups for people living with HIV, people addressing substance use & more  

Related Programs

Black Brothers Esteem

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

QTPOC at Strut

A weekly social, learning and wellness group made by and for Queer & Trans People of Color.

TransLife

Group support and events for trans women, trans men, non-binary folks and genderqueer individuals.