Test Positive Aware Network (TPAN)
Cause Area
- Advocacy & Human Rights
- Community
- Crisis Support
- Health & Medicine
- LGBTQ+
Location
5537 North Broadway St.Chicago, IL 60640 United StatesOrganization Information
Mission Statement
Saving lives and empowering those affectedby HIV/AIDS and related illnesses.
Description
Our vision is to be a nationally recognized model of a community-based organization providing comprehensive health and wellness programs to everyone impacted by HIV/ AIDSwhile following the "E-A-S-I-E-R" core values:
Empowerment: Encouraging individuals to face challenges and to overcome biases by providing tools, resources and support that promote self-sufficiency, productivity and personal/professional development;
Adaptability: Identifying the changing needs of people living with HIV/ AIDS and implementing innovative and effective services and programs that meet those needs;
Sex Positive: Affirming sexuality as an integral part of being human and providing support, knowledge and services that enable everyone to enjoy a full, responsible sex life without stigma or judgment;
Inclusiveness: Recognizing strengths, showcasing differences and seeking opportunities to further understanding of all individuals;
Excellence: Exceeding the highest level of expectations of clients, staff and donors;
Respect: Considering the feelings, ideas and rights of others while maintaining integrity through honest, open and fair interaction.