We’re excited to announce Skin Like Mine – a new HIV prevention programme for London’s Black heritage communities, delivered by One Voice Network and funded by the London HIV Prevention Programme under the Do It London campaign.
From January to April 2026, we’ll be bringing HIV prevention directly into communities through pop-up testing events and culturally informed activities – making HIV testing and prevention part of everyday self-care.
Black Londoners face unique challenges when it comes to HIV prevention, from stigma and structural barriers to unequal access to services. Over half of new HIV diagnoses in Black heritage people are made late, increasing health risks and onward transmission.
This inequity must end.
The Skin Like Mine programme is designed to serve Black Londoners by breaking down barriers and ensuring everyone has the tools to protect their health.
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Thank you to London Association of Directors of Public Health and London Councils for supporting this work.
#SkinLikeMine #HIVPrevention #BlackHealthMatters
We’re still buzzing from last week’s Spoken Word Pharmacy!
It was electric to see Skin Like Mine and @poeticunity to come together to host amazing performances by @bybintayade , @iam_tariqq , and @jae.only and an open mic competition, and to create the space for health promotion and creativity to thrive together 🙌🏽
A big shoutout to @thelovetankcic for joining us and offering #PrEP initiations and info 🫶🏽
Thank you @doitldn for funding @onevoice.network ’s Skin Like Mine HIV prevention programme by Black Londoners, for Black Londoners and @phoenixhealthm for capturing all the amazing video content 🎥
Skin Like Mine is where community, culture, and sexual health combine 🔥
We chatted with Julian at the Healthy Hearts event in Deptford, curious to hear his thoughts on HIV testing!
“It’s nice to have such events in the community” — we understand just how busy people’s lives are, between school and work, to caring responsibilities and commitments, it can be challenging to find the time to go to the GP or clinic, which is why we’re testing to you!
Everyone should have access to sexual health testing, treatment, and information, and Skin Like Mine is the programme doing just that!
Test with us at one of our pop up events or order a free kit to your address from skin.shl.uk 🙌🏽
"O dara Lati se ayewo loofee bayi."
Meet Omoh, he's a volunteer with @redribbonlivingwell and has been living well with HIV for the past 25 years.
Omoh shared with Skin Like Mine a bit of his story, and is showing everyone what living with HIV really looks like today. His message to you? Don't delay; testing is free for anyone living in the UK. You can get tested at your GP or online at skin.shl.uk.
Sharing this in Yoruba helps make sure more people can access clear, relevant information about #HIV.
"Mo rowa ki gbogbo wa, lomode ati agbalagba lo se ayewo ara wa bayi."
Too many people in Black communities are still diagnosed late. Not because we don’t care, but because stigma and lack of clear information get in the way.
We have to take charge of our health, and testing for HIV is part of that. Testing is quick, confidential, and it puts you in control.
Thank you Omoh for sharing with us all and to @doitldn for funding this work!
We’re loving being part of Skin Like Mine, the HIV Prevention programme for Black Londoners led by @onevoicenetwor2 & funded by @doitldn . Co-hosts of Positive Health @susancolehaley & Denis Onyango spoke on the latest episode about some of the events coming up - including a free Poetry Pharmacy tonight! Find out more on @onevoicenetwor2 Insta.
#hivprevention
We were proud to share the One Voice Network HIV Patient Rights Charter at the Black Health Inequalities Summit 2026.
This work centres the voices of Black people living with HIV, calling for care that is respectful, inclusive, and free from stigma.
Because everyone deserves to be heard, involved, and treated with dignity.
@onevoicenetwor2@susancolehaley@ldninspire_@cahn_uk
#HIVAwareness #PatientRights #BlackHealth #HealthEquity
Fancy a full glam? ✨
We’re with the @doitldn #GlamSqaud at Wood Green Shopping Centre today until 4pm offering HIV testing, health checks and makeovers 🫶🏽
Sunday 19 April: Bernie Grant Arts Centre, Tottenham
Saturday 25 April: Morley’s Department Store, Brixton
Sunday 26 April: Peckham Palms, Peckham Rye
#blackwomenshealth #thingstodolondon
"There's still so many people that have never heard of HIV PrEP!"
Taofique and Christina break it down into a simple conversation: what is HIV PrEP, how you can take it, and where you can get it (note: it's free through the NHS!).
Talk to your local clinic, your GP, a pharmacist or local sexual health charity about your options. It's part of your well-being and self-care, so why not be informed?
MEET THE POETS
Skin Like Mine and Poetic Unity are excited to announce the line up for our Spoken Word Pharmacy! 🎤
IAM Tariq (@iam_tariqq ) is a writer who discusses people, power and politics through poetry and spoken word.
Binta Yade's (@bybintayade ) poetry, delivered in soft, melodic tones explores the complexities of being human, simultaneously weaving narratives of resilience, community, and love and an unyielding hope for justice, she draws from her heritage to amplify marginalised voices.
Joshua Aketse-Entsie's (@jae.only ) poetry serves as a bridge between culture, history, and healing, with a unique ability to blend artistry with activism.
WHEN: Thursday 23 April
WHERE: The Upstairs Bar, Ritzy Cinema, SW2 1JG
TIME: 7-9PM
🎟️ Tickets are free but limited, get yours now through the link in our bio!
@PoeticUnity@onevoicenetwor2@doitldn
"Sexual health testing is an amazing way to empower yourself."
Taofique has a message for you: testing has never been more accessible than it is today. You can go a sexual health clinic, your local sexual health/HIV charity, or even order a kit straight to your address at skin.shl.uk!
Make regular testing fit with your lifestyle by knowing your options and how easy it can be to get testing done.
Get Testing, London!
Pleasure joining @marct_01 on @bbclondon Radio with @shaykaurgrewal to talk about Skin Like Mine - the groundbreaking HIV prevention programme by and for Black Londoners, led by @onevoicenetwor2 and funded by @doitldn
Loving working on this programme on behalf of @phoenixhealthm alongside the phenomenal One Voice Network partners delivering this work! #hivprevention #blackhealthmatters #SkinLikeMine
