RISE is excited to introduce a new line of shop items designed to make you grin, lift your heart, and quietly (or not so quietly) reflect your values. Our new t-shirts, stainless steel tumblers, and tote bags feature cheeky, affirming messages that bring a little joy into everyday moments — and maybe even spark some conversations.
Read MorePride Community Center celebrates its new shared space with RISE: Healthy for Life, and you are invited to join in Sunday, Oct. 26, from 5-7 p.m. Bring food AND come in costume if you want! All welcome!
Read MoreHelp RISE take the next step—support our subscription to CoactionNet for secure data handling and more as we work to establish new best practices in sexual health education!
Read MoreJoin us to look at common experiences from history, discuss how we can show that we are safe and welcoming to others, and explore ways to make our communities more supportive and healthy for everyone. Free and open to the public.
Read MoreRISE will be closed July 28-August 15 to give our staff and volunteers time to rest and recharge. Thanks for your understanding, and remember to take time for yourself, too!
Read MoreTo participate in the study, you must be between 15 and 25 years old, identify as having a disability, and meet additional eligibility criteria. Participants will receive a $50 Amazon gift card for participating in a 1 hour Zoom interview. For more information, please visit the study's website.
Read MoreTwo organizations are asking guardians to share information about the state of child and family wellbeing across the Southern region of the United States from the perspective of parents and caregivers. The survey should take no more than 5 minutes, and responses will remain anonymous. Please provide a response to the survey by June 12, 2025.
Read MoreWorkshop for local teens on Healthy Relationships for Life—your organization, your community, your extended family can have a workshop, too—just reach out!
Read MoreThe Tennessee Equality Project (TEP) and the Human Rights Campaign (HRC) have authored several new policy briefs on state-sponsored LGBTQ+ discrimination in Tennessee.
Read MoreEveryone can talk about natural things like bodies, sex, and relationships in responsible, affirming, ways that leave shame and stigma at the door and uplift bodily autonomy, responsibility, and healthy communication skills.
These are skills that we can build on for our whole lives. Sex ed isn’t just for teens—sex ed is for all!
Read MoreWhile TDOV is a day of celebration, it also reminds us that there is still work to be done. Transgender people continue to face challenges in healthcare, employment, housing, and daily life. As March 31st approaches, take a moment to celebrate, learn, and take action. By increasing visibility and understanding, we can build a future where transgender people are seen, heard, and respected every day of the year.
Read MoreThere are loads of options for preventing STIs and pregnancy. Folx have a lot to take into account when making a decision. Here are two resources from Bedsider and a brochure from RISE that can help!
Read MoreBuy great local chocolates, support great local workshops on Healthy Relationships—and the awesome trans folx in your life!
Read MoreRISE can help you keep up with bills that matter during the TN legislative session. RISE shares information about bills related to sexual and reproductive health, sex ed, and civil rights as they relate to these and sex and gender on Instagram (@risehfl) and Facebook (@Rise.HealthyforLife).
Read MoreBuy great local chocolates, support great local workshops on Healthy Relationships!
Read MoreThis Giving Tuesday, donate to RISE: Healthy for Life to aid in outreach dedicated to ensuring a healthier life for ALL!
Read MoreWant to take action after the presidential election? Check out RISE’s ‘Take Action’ Guide!
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