Adolescent Health Initiative

AHI had an amazing time at the 2026 National School-Based Health Care Conference! We presented on ways to empower providers, support adolescents affected by community violence, and center youth in health care. It was also a wonderful opportunity to expand our community of youth-serving professionals. Thank you School-Based Health Alliance!

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IMAGE 1 shows an attendee of the conference smiling and holding AHI's poster titled We Want to Earn Your Trust.
IMAGE 2 shows AHI's program specialist Iman Saleem (she/her) and assistant director, Marlanna Landeros (she/her) standing by a screen with the SBHA logo. Iman describes herself as having dark brown eyes, brown skin, and red hair. Marlanna describes herself as having brown eyes, light skin, dark brown hair, and glasses.
IMAGE 3 shows Marlanna and Iman seated for a presentation. They both wear conference badges and Iman has a navy AHI jacket.

Happy Pride! 🌈 We've spent the month celebrating the importance of affirming, inclusive health care for all LGBTQIA2S+ youth. Health care professionals can have a positive impact by creating welcoming environments, connecting youth to resources, and committing to ongoing learning. AHI offers free trainings, starter guides, videos, and other tools to support health centers in providing patient-centered care for LGBTQIA2S+ adolescents: https://michmed.org/vQ4MX



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White background with black text. Title has gradient rainbow sparkles behind it. Rainbow fists at the bottom. AHI logo at the top.
IMAGE 1 reads happy pride month. a time to celebrate LGBTQIA2S+ identities, communities, and contributions while recognizing the importance of creating safe, supportive environments for all.
Gradient rainbow background. White text box and black text.
IMAGE 2 reads affirming care matters. LGBTQIA2S+ youth continue to face health disparities due to stigma, discrimination, financial barriers, and a lack of
provider support. You can make a difference by: Creating welcoming environments, Using inclusive language
Connecting youth to supportive resources, Providing culturally responsive, evidence-based care, Continuing professional learning and growth.
IMAGE 3 reads resources. AHI offers no-cost resources to help health centers provide affirming care, including:
* LGBTQIA2S+ Spark Trainings
* LGBTQIA2S+ Starter Guides
* Youth videos sharing health care experiences
* Additional tools and resources for health professionals & teams to reference
Learn more at https://michmed.org/vQ4MX