As RAIN continues working to reduce HIV stigma and address the complex challenges faced by underserved communities, we are expanding our research initiatives through partnerships with Advocate Health and Wake Forest University School of Medicine. Beginning in September 2026, several new programs will be available to eligible community members.

Adelante (WFUSM)
Building on the success of RAIN’s Peer-to-Peer model, Adelante provides bilingual peer navigation, at-home testing, and HIV prevention and treatment support for members of the Latine community. The program is designed to increase access to services by addressing language barriers and connecting participants with culturally responsive care.

PrEPared Minds / Mentes PrEParadas (WFUSM)
This study combines mental health support with HIV prevention. Participants receive up to 10 free Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) sessions tailored for Latine LGBTQ+ individuals. Researchers will examine how CBT impacts mental health and whether participation encourages PrEP uptake, helping to improve understanding of the relationship between mental wellness and HIV prevention.

CASCADE (Advocate / WFUSM)
Funded by Advocate Health, CASCADE explores the intersection of HIV and substance use among people who use stimulants. This year-long, status-neutral study focuses on increasing access to both PrEP and HIV treatment, known as anti-retroviral therapy (ART), while gathering insights that can help shape future prevention and care strategies.

Research is essential to advancing HIV prevention, treatment, and care. By participating in these studies, community members help generate knowledge that improves services, informs future programs, and ensures RAIN remains at the forefront of innovation in HIV care and health equity.