



At Whitman-Walker we are rooted in community. Since 1973, we have aspired to be a welcoming space for those who need and want our services.
Our journey began as a space for Experiencing attraction solely (or primarily) to some members of the same gender. Can be used to refer to people of any gender who are attracted to other people of the same gender. Also an umbrella term used to refer to the queer community as a whole, or as an individual identity label for anyone who is not straight. men to receive STD care without discrimination and fear. In the 1980’s, we became the epicenter for those impacted by HIV/AIDS during the AIDS epidemic. First caring for Experiencing attraction solely (or primarily) to some members of the same gender. Can be used to refer to people of any gender who are attracted to other people of the same gender. Also an umbrella term used to refer to the queer community as a whole, or as an individual identity label for anyone who is not straight. men and later establishing programs to address the needs of women impacted by HIV. And today we continue our legacy of providing care and services with respect, dignity and grace to anyone who wants to be part of our community.
We recognize that we have not always lived up to the expectations that those in our care and in community have of us. We strive to learn from those past experiences, and we endeavor to be an inclusive space that centers the needs and experiences of Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, LGBTQIA+ people, and systemically underserved communities. This requires a collective commitment to promote equitable and inclusive care, research, policy, education and an infrastructure and culture that supports this commitment.
Rooted in the experiences of social justice movements, Whitman-Walker pledges to provide a space where each unique story is celebrated. And we welcome you to help us celebrate our story as we move through 2023 and beyond.
Thank you for being part of our community.
A little more about Whitman-Walker in 2023:
For over fifty years, Whitman-Walker has been part of the fabric of the DC and national community as first responder and care-provider for those living with HIV; a leader in LGBTQ care and advocacy; a research center working to discover breakthroughs in HIV treatment and prevention science; and one of the DC’s most trusted partners when health emergencies impact the city.
Whitman-Walker envisions a society where all people are seen for who they are, treated with dignity and respect, and afforded equal opportunity to health and wellbeing. Through care, advocacy, research, and education, the organization strives to ensure all persons can live healthily and love openly. At the core of the organization is a desire to create safe spaces where people are seen for who they are.
Our spectrum of services include:
At Whitman-Walker Health (WWH) we provide primary medical care, behavioral health care, dental care, and a range of health-related legal and support services to more than 20,000 individuals and families annually in the greater Washington, DC region. Our care continues to be centered around our expertise and legacy in LGBTQ+ and HIV care. At Whitman-Walker Health -- "We See You" -- which means to us that we see patients, but we see the person first.
Whitman-Walker Health System is driven to help Whitman-Walker Health grow and to position the organization as the nation's leader in LGBTO-inclusive care, advocacy, research, and education. Whitman-Walker Health System (WWHS) exists to support the operations of WWH and expand the capacities of some of our most important and crucial functions including fundraising, research and thought leadership.
Whitman-Walker Institute is one of the country's premiere organizations focused on advancing the health and wellbeing of people facing barriers to quality care, particularly LGBTQ people and people living with HIV, through the strategic integration of clinical expertise, research acumen, quality education and policy change. The Institute has its own 501 (c)3 designation and board of directors. Through the Whitman-Walker Institute - "We Hear You" - which means that our advocacy, education and research must be community-centered in order to make a difference in our community.
Whitman-Walker Foundation uses community-based philanthropy to ensure sustainability and support growth for all Whitman-Walker companies. The Foundation has its own 501 (c)3 designation and board of directors. At the Whitman-Walker Foundation - "We Need You" - which means that we need community support in order to support our community.
Real Property Holdings guides the organization to make strategic business decisions regarding our real estate so that we can invest the earnings back into community.






For 50 years, we have been a sanctuary for the underserved communities of Greater DC.
Through multiple sites, our staff provides stigma-free, culturally competent and vital healthcare to the Experiencing attraction solely (or primarily) to some members of the same gender. Can be used to refer to people of any gender who are attracted to other people of the same gender. Also an umbrella term used to refer to the queer community as a whole, or as an individual identity label for anyone who is not straight., A woman who is primarily attracted romantically, erotically, and/or emotionally to other women. Women and non-binary people may use this term to describe themselves., A person who experiences attraction to some people of their gender and another gender. Bisexual attraction does not have to be equally split, or indicate a level of interest that is the same across the genders an individual may be attracted to. Often used interchangeably with “pansexual”., A gender description for someone who has transitioned (or is transitioning) from living as one gender to another. Also an umbrella term for anyone whose sex assigned at birth and gender identity do not correspond in the expected way (e.g., someone who was assigned male at birth, but does not identify as a man). and An umbrella term to describe individuals who do not identify as straight and/or cisgender. Also a slur used to refer to someone who is not straight and/or cisgender. Due to its historical use as a derogatory term, and how it is still used as a slur in many communities, it is not embraced or used by all LGBTQ people. The term “queer” can often be use interchangeably with LGBTQ (e.g., “queer people” instead of “LGBTQ people”). communities, as well to those living with or affected by HIV; and to individuals who cannot afford to pay or feel uncomfortable in other healthcare settings.
For 50 years, we have been a place where we see the person first; a place where patients are treated with the dignity, respect and love they deserve.
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