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Open for New Volunteers: Come Join Us!

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Amidst the usual hustle and bustle of everyday living, do you sometimes feel you want to do something a little different from your usual mundane stuff? You may have been caught off-guard with that singular awareness, of an urge to express, reach out, and do something for purposes much bigger than yourself. You aren't alone. Many of us were drawn into this advocacy because we felt the same way. We sensed that we needed to do something, we knew we could do something different, to contribute something relevant and significant for the community. And when we became part of Love Yourself, when we allowed ourselves to feel that something within, and moreso when we let that feeling break through -- that allowed us to do amazing things. Feel it inside you.  LoveYourself is a growing community of passionate, committed volunteers who are taking on the issues that matter to people like us: self-worth, being MSM, and the escalating situation of HIV in the community. Our volunteers have one thin...

Discreet Meet (Final Details)

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A one-of-a-kind wholesome group meet-up for discreet men. On Saturday evening, 24 May 2014, 6-9 PM. Classy venue on Taft Ave., Malate, Manila. P300 door fee, includes dinner.   Only selected participants (maximum 30) shall be sent invites and venue details. Limited slots - please register now.  Final confirmation -  go to  at  http://go.loveyourself.ph/dm24 If you have questions, email migs@loveyourself.ph

Call for Expression of Interest: Contractors for LoveYourself Anglo and UNI

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TLY 3S EOI #05 Call for Expression of Interest  Project: Construction of HIV Testing Hubs in Mandaluyong and Pasig Cities. Loveyourself, Inc. in partnership with Positive Action Foundation Philippines, Inc. (PAFPI) are in the process of developing and constructing clinics for HIV testing and prevention under the 3S Project at two locations; one in Mandaluyong City, and one in Pasig City. PAFPI, on behalf of Loveyourself, Inc. hereby request for expression of interest from eligible and competent contractors to submit pre-qualification information for construction / refurbishment of two clinics at Mandaluyong City and Pasig City, which includes the following major components: a.                   Make measurements of the rented space for the clinics b.                   Design effective floor plan for effic...

LoveYourself Cafe: Dating Dudes (Olongapo Edition)

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The Love Yourself Cafe presents... http://go.loveyourself.ph/DDolongapo Are you still waiting to exhale? Do you want to let go of the fear, shame, doubt, or grief that keep you from finding love and letting it in? Join us as we dare to explore and start to break down the things that keep us from enjoying a fulfilling, lasting relationship with another man. Together, we shall unlock our minds and hearts and allow ourselves to love and to be loved. This cafe is intended to be experiential, experimental, and inspirational.  We will endeavor to have fun, of course, but at the same time have a chance to look deeply into our own patterns of thinking and behavior.  We will attempt to uncover stories and wounds that remain unaddressed, and keep us from living a happy life. We’ll have an opportunity to talk about sex, dating, eroticism, intimacy, exclusivity, open relationships, trust, balance, passion, magic, spark, and anything that we feel is related and important as we converse. Ou...

The Most Discreet and Premium HIV Testing Service

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LOVEYOURSELF PLATINUM - the most discreet and premium HIV testing service in the country today. Happening on May 15 & 29 (Thursdays) | 06:00 PM - 10:00 PM only. Limited slots. Book your appointment today :  http://go.LoveYourself.ph/PLATINUM Who deserves LoveYourself Platinum? This is perfect for people who do not want to be seen taking their HIV test in a center, clinic or hospital. Everything is mindfully prepared to run smoothly for the most discreet and delicate clients. What is the difference when you come for Platinum? Testing happens somewhere along Shaw Blvd in Mandaluyong City. When you register, a coordinator will closely and confidentially communicate the details of your appointment with you, including the exact location and address. During your appointment, you arrive and a private room is reserved for you -- where you will meet your counselor, and a medical technologist who will do the test for you. You receive the results within 2 hours, also in the privacy of you...

Job Opportunities

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Love Yourself is currently implementing a specially-funded program that started in April 2014, and to execute this, we are looking for the following project-based employees: Clinic Manager  Administration and Finance Assistant Nurses Medical Technologists The project duration will be for 12 months starting on July 1, 2014. Below are the qualifications for each job opening. TLY 3S EOI #1 CLINIC MANAGER Perform administrative and other tasks to make sure the clinic is operating smoothly. . (More details of the job duties and candidate requirements can be found  here .)  TLY 3S EOI #2  ADMINISTRATIVE AND FINANCE ASSISTANT The assistant shall assist the program team in the development and/or implementation of administrative and financial process for the program... (More details of the job duties and candidate requirements can be found  here .)  TLY 3S EOI #3  NURSES Prepares all consultation rooms; checks for the completeness of supplies needed; ensures th...

Call for Proposals: Advocacy Grant for HIV, SOGIE, and Human Rights

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CALL FOR PROPOSALS: ADVOCACY GRANT FOR HIV, SOGIE AND HUMAN RIGHTS Expression of Interest No. : EOI No. TLY-05 Date Issued : March 24, 2014 (Monday)  Closing Date and Time : April 20, 2014 (Sunday); 5:00 PM Subject : Call for Proposals – CBO Advocacy Grant Support  E-mail Address : info@loveyourself.ph (cc: pngoc.iseanhivos@gmail.com) Introduction: In 2010, to address the increased vulnerability of men having sex with men (MSM) as well as transgenders (TG) to HIV transmission, especially in the context of South East Asia, the Insular Southeast Asian Network on MSM, TG, and HIV (ISEAN) and the Humanist Institute for Co-operation with Developing Countries (Hivos), jointly submitted a regional proposal to the Global Fund Round 10. The grant agreement was approved and the contract for the grant was signed on October 6, 2011. This grant, has since then been called, the ISEAN-Hivos Program. For more information about IHP, visit: http://me.isean.asia/final/about About the Advocac...