Charleston Metro Area

As a Social Worker with the primary goal of addressing the needs of high-risk populations, including people newly diagnosed with HIV throughout the region, I was very excited that Charleston had become one of the first Fast-Track Cities in South Carolina. As a Fast-Track City, Charleston has become one of the leading forces in creating opportunities to build strong collaborations with partners who are committed to ending the HIV epidemic. These efforts are evident in collaborations such as the Tri-county Sexual Health STI Prevention & Education Initiative (SHAPE). SHAPE is a non-profit organization of dedicated community partners that consist of residents, healthcare providers, and volunteers who aim to reduce HIV and STI rates across Charleston, Dorchester & Berkeley counties, by engaging in coordinated, evidence-based initiatives and fostering a community-level approach to treatment and prevention efforts. We are confident that our concerted efforts to align our mission and vision with that of our city will help meet the needs of our community: one test, one life, and one partner at a time.