Advancing Queer Affirming Care in South Dakota

The Problem

2SLGBTQ+ people need access to affirming medical and mental health care across the state of South Dakota.

The Gap

Currently, there is no statewide data on the 2SLGBTQ+ community's demographics, health outcomes, or general attitudes and perspectives on living in South Dakota. There is a need for systematic education regarding affirming medical and mental health care.

Why This Work is Necessary

2SLGBTQ+ South Dakotans deserve to be fully represented in medical, mental, and public health data systems to ensure equitable health outcomes and access to affirming, evidence-based care.

What’s Shaping the Community

The Inclusive Care Collaborative is establishing itself as experts in 2SLGBTQ+ data, research, and education through community-based research. Queer people leading queer work for change.