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HMI’S PANTRY IS OPEN M-F 4-7PM. LAUNDRY FACILITIES ARE AVAILABLE M-F 4-7:30PM.

• Come to our front desk and make an appointment – only 1 appointment per day (one load per day and bedding counts as 1 load – please plan ahead) and it’s first come first serve so please book in advance.
• On your appointment day stop by early – you MUST start your load before 4:30pm. Clothes cannot be left in the dryer overnight.
• Please be careful with our machines – empty all your pockets, and do not move the machines.

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CALLEN LORDE’S HOTT VAN visits HMI every Wednesday 4-6pm. 

Services provided include:

• Urgent medical care
• Sexual health services
• HIV/STI screening and treatment
• Family planning
• PrEP/PEP treatment and counseling
• Transgender healthcare/hormone therapy
• Flu shots and vaccines
• Crisis counseling
• Referrals

NO APPOINTMENTS NECESSARY: Email Chris Murray at Cmurray@hmi.org for more info.

We can help you earn your HSE diploma!  We can work with your busy schedule – enrollment is rolling so contact us TODAY!  Email Chuck at ccrespo@hmi.org 

HMI’s College Prep program is expanding and we want to help you with all of your college needs. Whether applying for school or currently needing some assistance, please reach out to our coordinator at AJones@HMI.org for help today!

Join us for HMI’s Back to School Summit! Saturday, Sept 16th, 10am-2pm at 2 Astor Place 3rd Floor.  We will have an opening plenary, workshops for students by the wonderful HMI staff members, giveaways, and fun spaces to meet other LGBTQIA+ students.To register for this summit, you must be between the ages of 13 and 19. For adult staff, professionals, and parents, HMI’s Advocacy and Capacity building team is offering a two-workshop series with eligible CEUs from 10 to 2 p.m. Click here to register. Youth workshops include (Health and Wellness, NYC’s Host Homes Program, Storytelling Workshop, Financial Literacy, Vision Boards, DIY Fashion)! 

Join us for The Gay Agenda 2022-2023 Art Exhibition. The one-night exhibition will take place at Showfields Brooklyn, an event space that is a 10-minute walk from the Bedford L train station, located at 187 Kent Avenue, on Wednesday September 27^th 2023, from 4-7:30pm! We’ll be displaying artwork from this past year’s Open Art Studio and Art Blooms groups, along with some live button making, and an Open Mic!  A catered dinner and metro cards will be provided.  One special night only, all youth members and staff are welcome to participate!

Reach out to Leesa at LTABRIZI@HMI.ORG with any questions or for more information.  

For LGBTQ+ youth ages 13-18.  Space is limited for the in-person event for 25 people. Folks can rsvp at bit.ly/bcpcyouthrsvp or also give feedback any time at bit.ly/bcpcyouth 

Mathematica a non-partisan research organization is conducting a survey of transgender men and non-binary individuals and their experiences with cervical cancer screening and HPV vaccination.   The key goals of our survey are to understand the experiences of transgender and gender-diverse populations and to improve their access to cancer prevention and screening. This survey is completely anonymous and available in both English and Spanish.

HMI’s Open Art Studio offers a variety of materials for your free creative expression, including (but not limited to) watercolor and acrylic paints, oil and chalk pastels, pencils, pen and ink, collage materials, fiber arts, printmaking materials, sculpture materials (plaster, clay, model magic, found objects), paper crafts, glitter, and more.
Using materials to express yourself through art can reduce stress, increase self-awareness, foster growth of hands-on skills, improve communication abilities, and boost self-esteem too! Hosted by Leesa Tabrizi  Mondays 4-6pm in the art space.

KRAFTERNOON IS BACK! Mondays from 6-7:30pm (in the Art Space) get crafting with Abbie and Crimson!! Email cporco@hmi.org 

HMI Kiki Lounge (Mondays & Wednesdays, 6-7:30pm).  Kiki, Vogue, runway.  What’s your fancy?  Come hang out with your friends and house members to practice your skills and get ready for the upcoming function. Email Jonovia for more information at jchase@hmi.org

Get Psyched: About Games!” is a safe space to discuss mental health and psychology through the medium of video games! We will play a game together and discuss themes relating to mental health/psychology that show up – meet in room 302!

Join us to talk about gender and how it intersects with all other parts of your identity!  Treat yourself to snacks and a a community space for TGNC youth!  Join HMI’s Theo and Salem every Tuesday from 6-7:30pm in room 301.  As a courtesy to other attendees please arrive before 6:30pm. Email Salem at svazcones@hmi.org

HMI Kiki Lounge (Mondays & Wednesdays, 6-7:30pm).  Kiki, Vogue, runway.  What’s your fancy?  Come hang out with your friends and house members to practice your skills and get ready for the upcoming function. Email Jonovia for more information at jchase@hmi.org

Work through your thoughts and feelings with art at Art Blooms, Wednesdays 4-6pm in the Art Space.

Open Art Studio Wednesdays at 6-7:30pm   Email Ltabrizi@hmi.org for more info.

New Session of Open Art Studio is now offered on Thursday 4-6pm   Email Ltabrizi@hmi.org for more info.

Calling all BIPOC LGBTQIA+ youth 13-24! Come join HMI’s Asha and El every Thursday 6-7pm (movie nights 5:30pm). This support group for youth of color focuses on healing and joy and meets both virtually and onsite at 2 Astor Place 3rd Floor, room 345. 
Email for more info
aalexander@hmi.org or elayla@hmi.org
zoom link password: HMISoul

Anime & Chill: The place to chill, relax and watch your favorite anime. Email Crimson at cporco@hmi.org

Peace Portal is a quiet space for HMI members and Staff. A chill space for meditation, homework, research, resume-building, job searches, napping and other quiet activities. There are 9 laptops available for use upon request. Meet in room 305 Email Chuck at Ccrespo@hmi.org for more information.

Join us Tuesdays from 4-7:15pm for HMI’s Drop in Knit and Crochet!  No experience is required and all skill levels welcome!  Supplies will be provided or you can bring your own! Email Pearl at pmcandrew@hmi.org for more information

Get Psyched: About Games!” is a safe space to discuss mental health and psychology through the medium of video games! We will play a game together and discuss themes relating to mental health/psychology that show up – meet in room 302!

Every friday get assistance with all your housing needs!  Room 346, 4-5pm.  Email Areyah at asmith@hmi.org

On the 1st and 3rd Fridays of each month, from 6-7pm starting August 5th, come play games, watch movies and relax with friends! Email cgaji@hmi.org

Get help with all your Job Searching needs!  Resumes, interviewing skills, coverletters and more! 4-7:30pm every Friday.  Email Rin at relwell@hmi.org for more info.