The 519 Health Justice Hub is a one-stop program for 2SLGBTQ+ communities and neighbours looking for one-time legal supports, low-barrier access to health services, and social justice educational opportunities.
Health Justice HUB Program
About Us
Wednesdays, April 10 to June 19, 3 to 5:30pm at The 519 [519 Church St.]
Services Available:
HEALTH SYSTEM NAVIGATION: 3 to 5:30pm
- Talk to our coordinator about:
- Referrals to dental care, foot care, physiotherapy, cancer screenings
- Resources and education for finding gender affirming care
- Accessing STI testing and medication
Partners Services: 3 to 5:30pm
Toronto Public Library – April 10
Lumenus – counselling for 2SLGBTQ+ youth (weekly)
Psymood – low cost therapy referrals (weekly)
Polycultural – counselling for refugee claimants (weekly)
Legal Supports and Workshops: 3 to 5:30pm
- The 519 Legal Clinic intakes
- Learn about The 519 Access to Justice programs
- Special workshops
- Meet with other community organizations
- Monthly supports:
- 1st Wednesday: Information and intake for Trans ID Clinic
- 2nd Wednesday: Legal settlement support for newcomers
- 3rd Wednesday: Wills and estates legal advice
- 4th Wednesday: Advice about tenants’ rights and organizing
Special Events:
MPOX Vaccine Clinic: Wednesday, April 3 and Tuesday, April 9 • 10am to 5pm
- For ages 18+ only
- Drop-in only; first come, first served,
- Open until doses run out or it’s closing time
- Ontario Health Card not necessary, but good to bring if you have it
- Questions about the clinic? Reach out to: Community@The519.org
Introduction to Sexual and Reproductive Health – April 10, 5:30 to 7pm
A workshop by Táleah Chandler from Black Coalition for AIDS Prevention (Black CAP) for African, Caribbean and Black 2SLGBTQ+ folks
We’ll talk about:
- Sexual and reproductive health
- Sexual and reproductive health rights
- What services are available
- Benefits of learning about sexual and reproductive health
This workshop is for:
African, Caribbean and Black 2SLGBTQ+ folks interested in learning the basics of reproductive and sexual health
Criminalization of HIV non-disclosure – April 24, 5:30 to 6:30pm:
A workshop by Shakir Rahim, Board member at the HIV Legal Network and Director of the Criminal Justice program at the Canadian Civil Liberties Association & Ryan Peck, Executive Director at the – HIV & AIDS Legal Clinic of Ontario.
We’ll talk about:
- What is the law of disclosure
- Why is the law like this?
- I have HIV – what can I do to protect myself
- What are we doing to try and change the law
This workshop is for: Community members who have HIV, know someone with HIV, and anyone that wants to learn about the criminalization of HIV non-disclosure and support advocacy for changes to the law
Who Is the Health Justice HUB For:
The Health Justice Hub prioritizes underserved 2SLGBTQ+ communities, members of the neighbourhood, and those who do not have a family doctor.
No one will be turned away, but we will prioritize the following communities:
- 1st Wednesday: 2 Spirit, trans, and non-binary communities
- 2nd Wednesday: LGBTQ+ refugees and newcomers
- 3rd Wednesday: 2SLGBTQ+ older adults
- 4th Wednesday: 2SLGBTQ+ folks experiencing homelessness or who are underhoused
More Information:
Drop in or make an appointment.
For bookings call (416) 392-6874 ext. 4031; text 416-995-6241 or email Barb (she/her): BDosSantos@The519.org