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Council Programming

Project L.E.A.P.

Sharpen your knowledge with a unique opportunity offered only in Houston.  Every year, the Ryan White Planning Council sponsors Project L.E.A.P. (Learning, Empowerment, Advocacy, Participation), the most comprehensive advocacy training program in the nation for HIV positive individuals.  The Ryan White Planning Council's Office of Support hosts this training.

Harris County accounts for 35% of all HIV cases in the State of Texas.  That is more than 24,000 Houstonians.

You will learn:

  • Who needs HIV-related services
  • The specific needs of the HIV community in Houston
  • How HIV organizations receive funding
  • Who makes the decisions regarding funding
  • Where HIV funding originates
  • How government decisions affect you
  • How YOU can have an impact on these decisions.

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  • A free 17-week training course for individuals living with and affected by HIV to gain the knowledge and skills needed to help plan for the HIV prevention and care services provided in the Houston Area.  Click here for an information flyer
  • Wednesdays, from July to November (subject to change)

    Students may choose to join one of two Project LEAP classes:

    • Option 1: Day class: 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
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    • Option 2: Evening class: 5:30 pm – 9:30 pm

    Lunch or dinner will be provided. Assistance with transportation and child care is also available.

  • A free 17-week training course for individuals living with and affected by HIV to gain the knowledge and skills needed to help plan for the HIV prevention and care services provided in the Houston Area.

Road2Success

Road2Success is a community education initiative led by the Houston Ryan White Planning Council to help people living with HIV understand and navigate the systems that support their care.

Through engaging sessions and peer-led discussions, R2S prepares consumers for upcoming changes to Ryan White services, Medicaid, Medicare, and health coverage options.

Our goal is simple:  to empower individuals with the knowledge, confidence, and tools they need to stay connected to care and advocate for themselves and their community.

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