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Honorarium 2026 is Friday, November 6 at Wynn Las Vegas. Here's what to know as The LGBTQ+ Center honors four community leaders.

Submit an abstract for Building Bridges 2 Health 2026, The Center's summit connecting providers, advocates and people affected by HIV with current care.

Losing Medicaid doesn't have to mean losing care. Learn your coverage options and how The Center's team can help you stay insured. Includes a Spanish version.

More than 150 people celebrated Black and Brown queer Ballroom culture at the Secret Garden Kiki Ball at The LGBTQ+ Center of Las Vegas on August 15.

The LGBTQ+ Center of Las Vegas has acquired Aid for AIDS of Nevada (AFAN) and Golden Rainbow, expanding support for people and families affected by HIV/AIDS.

Highlights from The Center's 2026 Juneteenth Block Party on June 21, celebrating freedom, culture and community with music, food and games.

Las Vegas businesses, artists and partners are hosting Pride Month fundraisers and give-back events benefiting The LGBTQ+ Center this June.

Why some PrEP and PEP medications affect blood donation eligibility, ahead of The Center's Inclusive Blood Drive with the American Red Cross.

Why donor diversity matters, and how to join The LGBTQ+ Center's Inclusive Blood Drive with the American Red Cross on May 29.

A Center sexual health advocate reflects on the AIDS Drug Assistance Program (ADAP) crisis and what it means for access to HIV medication in Nevada.

For STI Awareness Week, the Arlene Cooper Community Health Center offered free STI testing April 13–19. Learn what's included and why testing matters.

The Center hosted a discussion on how the federal 340B Drug Pricing Program supports access to affordable care at the Gavin J. Goorjian Community Health Center.

The CyberCenter at The LGBTQ+ Center, 401 S. Maryland Pkwy, has reopened, restoring free computer access and learning space for the community.

The Center's Linkage to Care team joined LIMA, a program that redirects people with mental health and addiction needs away from jail and into care.

The Center's January spotlight: holiday event highlights, community updates and upcoming events at The LGBTQ+ Center of Las Vegas.

The Gavin J. Goorjian Community Health Center now offers laser hair removal and other aesthetic services to support identity and self-expression.

The Center's 2025 World AIDS Day Awards Dinner on December 4 honored community members for exemplary work in HIV prevention, care and advocacy.

Nominate someone for The LGBTQ+ Center's 2025 World AIDS Day Awards Dinner, honoring exemplary work in the HIV field in Southern Nevada.

Recap of Building Bridges 2 Health 2025, The Center's HIV summit on prevention, awareness and care, themed “Youth & Young Adults – The Future Is Now.”

Honorarium 2025 is October 25 in the Lafite Ballroom at Wynn Las Vegas. Event details and what to know before you go to “Under the Bigtop.”

Condom Couture 2025, held September 19, showcased local designers' creations at The Center's annual safer sex awareness fashion show.

Together in Transition, a free October 11, 2025 event, connects trans and gender diverse Southern Nevadans with resources, community and celebration.

The Nikki Woods Switch Closet offers clothing, accessories and affirming styling support for the trans and gender diverse community at The LGBTQ Center.

The Center marked National Health Center Week 2025 with a Health Happy Hour honoring the staff and supporters behind community health care.

Call for abstracts: Building Bridges 2 Health 2025, The Center's HIV Health & Wellness Summit focused on youth and young adults.

Nearly 190 people and 29 vendors joined The LGBTQ Center's first Juneteenth Pride Block Party on June 15, honoring Black liberation and queer pride.

Dive Into Your Health, The Center's Pride 2025 pool party on June 14, promoted holistic wellness and LGBTQ+ joy.

The LGBTQ Center was awarded $670,000 for year one of a three-year State Opioid Response grant to support peer recovery services, with Alchemy as a partner.

The LGBTQ Center's new 12-week Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), launched April 21, 2025, offers identity-affirming substance use recovery.

Knowing your status is empowering. For STI Awareness Week, learn why regular testing matters and where to get tested at The LGBTQ Center.

The LGBTQ Center honors the power, resilience and leadership of women during Women's History Month and every day.

Join The LGBTQ Center on March 30 for a free Trans Day of Visibility celebration honoring trans and nonbinary community with music, performances and more.

The Gavin J. Goorjian Community Health Center now offers IUD insertion and removal with LGBTQIA+ inclusive, affirming reproductive care.

The Center's first World AIDS Day Awards Dinner in 2024 honored community members for their dedication and leadership in the HIV field.

The 2024 Honorarium, themed “Healthcare for All,” drew 800 attendees and raised $6.3 million to launch the Gavin J. Goorjian Community Health Center.

The LGBTQ+ Center of Southern Nevada announced $5.7 million in donations at its 2024 Honorarium to support its new community health center.

Details for the 2024 Honorarium on November 1 in the Mariposa Ballroom at ARIA, honoring four community leaders and The Center's impact.

Ballroom icon Dale Blackheart Revlon leads a free 4-week Ballroom Bootcamp: Las Vegas Edition at The Center.

Celebrate Anne Rice's birthday with a book fair featuring local authors in The Center's main lobby on Friday, October 4, from 12 to 4 PM.

Injection Site, an exhibition by artist Linda Alterwitz, makes vaccines visible. Join an evening of art and conversation at The Center on September 26.

A nurse practitioner at the Arlene Cooper Community Health Center answers common questions about genital hygiene, douching, deodorants and intimate wipes.

What is a nurse practitioner? A Center NP explains their training and the care they provide.

The Center's panel with the sheriff and LGBTQ+ Metro officers is rescheduled to July 24, 7–9 PM, with a message addressing community concerns.

Asian and Pacific Islander LGBTQIA+ advocates from Las Vegas traveled to Washington, D.C. for a flag presentation and meetings with members of Congress.

What is Doxy-PEP? A Center nurse practitioner explains how doxycycline after exposure can help prevent bacterial STIs, and who may benefit.

Injection Site, an exhibition by artist Linda Alterwitz, makes vaccines visible. Join an evening of art and conversation at The Center on September 26.

Herpes is common and manageable. A Center nurse practitioner explains HSV-1 and HSV-2, testing, treatment and living well without stigma.

People of all genders who have had receptive anal sex should be screened for anal HPV. A Center nurse practitioner explains why and what to expect.

Las Vegas Sun: as HIV cases rise, Dr. Jerry Cade and health officials stress the need to reduce stigma and expand testing and treatment.

For American Heart Month, The Center's Chief Clinical Officer shares practical ways to keep your heart healthy.

Nevada Current: 488 new HIV cases were diagnosed in Clark County in 2022, and more than 11,000 people there are living with HIV.

ABANDON at Vegas Theatre Company donated a portion of ticket sales from its Friday, October 13, 2023 performances to The Center.

Day-of details for the 2023 Honorarium at Encore Las Vegas on September 29, celebrating The Center's 30th anniversary.

Narcan (naloxone) saves lives in an overdose. Learn how the Arlene Cooper Community Health Center helps put it in the community's hands.

A spotlight on the honorees of The Center's 2023 Honorarium at Wynn Las Vegas, celebrating 30 years of service to the LGBTQ+ community.

KLAS 8 News interviewed Center COO Brian Hosier about the Pride Fund and support for people affected by anti-LGBTQ legislation in Southern Nevada.

For Pride and The Center's 30th anniversary, former NFL player Carl Nassib launched a 7-day, $30,000 donation match challenge.

The iconic Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas sign lit up in rainbow colors in honor of Pride Month.

A guide to Pride Month events happening throughout Las Vegas in June.

The Center took part in Give OUT Day, the annual Pride Month fundraiser that connects LGBTQIA+ organizations with supporters.

The Arlene Cooper Community Health Center provided PrEP to a record 80 patients in one month. Here's why more people should consider PrEP.

Sands’ 2023 partnership with The Center includes entry into the three-year program, along with capacity-building support to help the nonprofit advance its service to the LGBTQ+ community.

The Center and Genoa Healthcare opened an on-site pharmacy to expand access to HIV treatment, prevention and care in downtown Las Vegas.

The Center's Enchanted Forest Youth Prom gave LGBTQ+ students a safe, affirming prom night to remember.

With AARP's Wish of a Lifetime, Howard Shapiro, an older adult supported by The Center, fulfilled his dream of appearing on a Broadway stage.

The Center received MolinaCares funding as part of $1.2 million in grants to address HIV and health disparities in Clark and Washoe Counties.

The Center honors Robert (Bob) Forbuss and ten years at the Forbuss Building, its home at 401 S. Maryland Parkway.

A February 9 learning session for pharmacists, providers and community members on accessing condoms through a prescription.

The Center and partners marked World AIDS Day on December 1, 2022 with speakers on U=U and HIV care.

The Center welcomes Dr. Leana Ramirez, a certified HIV pharmacist, as its new Chief Clinical Officer.

A $100,000 UnitedHealthcare grant will fund Thrive, an affirmative counseling program for LGBTQ+ youth at The Center.

The Center's 2022 Back to School Bounty Fair supplied 1,000 students with backpacks and school essentials.

What are gender pronouns and why do they matter? A guide to understanding and respectfully using people's pronouns.

The Center's 2022 Honorarium gala comes to Resorts World Las Vegas on October 14, with dinner on the Rose Rooftop.

Las Vegas Sands extended its partnership with The Center with just over $142,000 in Sands Cares funding.

A Pride Month message from Center CEO John Waldron to the LGBTQIA+ community of Southern Nevada and our allies.

The Center mourns the passing of beloved board member and friend Gavin Goorjian, whose generosity left a lasting impact on our community.

The Center's schedule of events for Pride Month 2022, celebrating LGBTQIA+ voices, culture and rights.

More than 50 people attended Noche de Cine, an LGBTQIA-themed film night at The Center with the Consulado de México en Las Vegas.

An LGBTQ+ Supervisory Special Agent with the U.S. Diplomatic Security Service presents an inside look at the agency at The Center.

Governor Steve Sisolak toured The Center and the Arlene Cooper Community Health Center and presented a Transgender Day of Visibility proclamation.

More than 150 people attended GenderFest 2022 at The Center, celebrating transgender, non-binary, genderfluid and gender-diverse communities.

Read QVolution's first zine, featuring art and writing on LGBTQ+ identities by creators ages 13 to 25.

The Center received a grant from the NV Energy Foundation as part of its 2021 giving to Nevada nonprofits.

Las Vegas Review-Journal: The Center plans to expand its health care services with primary care in downtown Las Vegas.

Remembering Robert “Bob” Lee Forbuss, who helped The Center find, renovate and fund its home on Maryland Parkway.

A community-generated guide to trans and gender diverse resources in Southern Nevada.

The Center became Nevada's first nonprofit Recovery Friendly Workplace, supporting employees in treatment and recovery.

The Human Rights Campaign's glossary of LGBTQ+ terms, to help make conversations about sexual orientation and gender identity easier.

Pivot, The Center's support group for family members of LGBTQ+ people, begins a new session June 30.

News coverage on the Las Vegas Raiders' first game after Jon Gruden's resignation and the team's standing in the community.

Affirmations offers LGBTQ+ affirmative mental health therapy and substance use treatment for LGBTQ+ people and their families at The Center.

The Center Advocacy Network 24/7 Victim Hotline supports all victims of crime. Call toll-free (833) 740-0500 or (702) 745-4600 in Las Vegas.

A video about Jeffrey Alvarez and his journey to recovery.

A short history of The Center, from a small former dentist's office to the 16,000 sq. ft. Robert L. Forbuss Building in downtown Las Vegas.

A video on the history of the LGBTQIA+ community from the Stonewall Riots to today.