Eidos LGBTQ+ Health Initiative

Peer mentoring is more than just friendly support—it can be lifesaving. A new study from Eidos postdoctoral fellow Jennifer Tran, PhD, published in JMIR Publications, explores how impactful peer mentorship programs are in preventing suicide by fostering connection and belonging.?? Read more about how community-driven support is shaping better mental health outcomes: https://lnkd.in/dyPNyWtJ

How can we better support LGBTQ+ mental health? Join us for Eidos Grand Rounds with Dr. John Pachankis, one of the country's leading experts and Director of Yale School of Public Health's LGBTQ+ Mental Health Initiative. With over 200 published scientific papers on LGBTQ+ mental health, his research is shaping the future of clinical psychology, psychiatric epidemiology, and public health. In this talk, he’ll break down the impact of stigma, mental health disparities, and the identity-affirming interventions that are making a difference. ?? Tuesday, March 25 at noon ?? Claire Fagin Hall, Room 118 (virtual option available) https://lnkd.in/g2DQgYpr

Do inclusive hospital policies and practices for diverse populations impact patient outcomes? Our recent analysis of six years of data from the Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (HCAHPS), which measures patient satisfaction with hospital care, and the Healthcare Equality Index (HEI), which measures LGBTQ+ inclusive hospital practices, reveals compelling insights into the relationship between LGBTQ+ inclusive practices and patient satisfaction. Main Findings: 1. HEI participation, regardless of performance, is positively associated with patient satisfaction across all patients. 2. Among participating hospitals, higher HEI performance is linked to greater patient satisfaction. 3. The effect size of participation was stronger than that of performance, indicating that simply participating and being assessed has a significant impact. Explore the full study published in BMJ Quality & Safety: https://lnkd.in/eGFPwJPQ Center for Health Outcomes and Policy Research (CHOPR) Eidos LGBTQ+ Health Initiative University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing Leonard Davis Institute of Health Economics (Penn LDI) Human Rights Campaign

We’re proud to have supported a new report that uses community action research to address the needs of Latine immigrant youth. Led by Eduardo Burgos Quezada, Mon Ocampo, and Jorge Reyes, the study amplifies youth voices, highlights mental health challenges, and underscores the need for safe spaces to explore identity, including LGBTQIA+ intersectionality. Hosted by the Nationalities Service Center and supported by JUNTOS, Mighty Writers El Futuro, and Puentes de Salud, Philadelphia Health Partnership, and the Stoneleigh Foundation, this research highlights the power of community-driven strategies in creating more effective outcomes for youth well-being. Read the full report: https://lnkd.in/esPHhXFn

LGBTQ+ youth need mental health support now more than ever—but with traditional support systems stretched thin, we need innovative, accessible, and culturally relevant solutions to help fill the gaps. Queer South African designer Jonathan McKay saw this need firsthand and created SameSame (SiyaFanaFana), a WhatsApp-based chatbot offering mental health support to LGBTQI+ youth across Africa, Asia, and beyond. ???? Hear more from Jono and other experts in our Connecting Conversations webinar, Digital Solutions for Mental Health: https://lnkd.in/e2MKyTPg

"There's power in the work we've done in the past, we just have to activate it again." -Jose Bauermeister LGBTQ+ communities have always existed and always pushed for equity— innovating solutions beyond systems that were never built for us. Within our neighborhoods and communities, LGBTQ+ people have the power to care for each other and keep one another safe, healthy, and free to live authentically. We’re not waiting for someone to save us— we’re shaping the solutions that reflect our community needs. And no matter what, we’re here to stay.

You don't have to work in healthcare to impact LGBTQ+ health equity. LGBTQ+ people need housing, pursue education, use childcare, and invest in local communities just like anyone else, yet we continue to face unique barriers to equity. Every sector— whether education, tech, finance, or beyond—has a role to play in advancing LGBTQ+ health. The real question is: How does your work impact this community? And how can you drive meaningful change in your sphere of influence?

How can healthcare systems better support LGBTQ+ communities? Eidos Postdoctoral Fellow David (Hyunmin) Yu set out to answer this question by interviewing 21 nurse leaders across the U.S. Discover all five of their recommendations and the strategies behind them: https://lnkd.in/esrauGtN

??Only 1 week left to register!?? Curious about the latest advancements in mental health care for LGBTQ+ communities? This virtual panel brings together researchers, innovators, and founders to explore how digital tools like apps and online platforms are making mental health care more accessible, inclusive, and equitable. ?? January 23 | ? 11am ET Featuring: ?? Jose Bauermeister, Eidos LGBTQ+ Health Initiative ?? Derrick Matthews, The Trevor Project ?? Jonathan McKay, SameSame (SiyaFanaFana) Reserve your spot now! ?? https://lnkd.in/eHXJDrmx?

We're thrilled to welcome Emily Gallo, MBA, to the Eidos Advisory Board! As Senior Vice President and General Manager of Cardinal Health? OptiFreight? Logistics, Emily drives innovation in healthcare logistics, creating tech solutions that streamline operations and reduce costs. A proud alum of The Wharton School, Emily is equally passionate about advocating for LGBTQ+ inclusion in the workplace and beyond. We're excited to have her expertise guiding our mission to advance LGBTQ+ health. Welcome aboard, Emily!