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GMoC Fellowship
The Gay Men of Color (GMoC) Fellowship seeks to equip its members with the tools needed for impactful advocacy. The program’s goal is to ensure that they have what it takes to engage in local and national decision-making processes.
The purpose is to make sure the HIV movement is led by the people most affected by the epidemic. We are building a group of advocates who are committed to making the movement more equitable and focused on ending HIV for good.
Why focus on GMoC?
Efforts need to center gay men of color to address disparities. In 2023, over 39,000 people were diagnosed with HIV in the U.S.. Over 80% were men, with 66% attributed to male-to-male sexual contact. From 2019 to 2023, there was an 8% increase in new HIV acquisitions through male-to-male sexual contact.
Source: HIV Diagnoses, Deaths, and Prevalence: 2025 Update
A closer look at the data reveals stark disparities among different racial and ethnic groups. In 2023, Hispanic and Black individuals each accounted for more than a third of new HIV acquisitions. Ages 25–44 accounted for 60% of diagnoses and the South region represented 51%. More specifically, the image below shows that for individuals aged 13–24 years (N=5,918), Black/African American males accounted for 47% of diagnoses, followed by Hispanic/Latino males at 36%. Among those over 24 years (N=19,998), Hispanic/Latino males comprised 40% of diagnoses, Black/African American males 30%.
Gay men of color face structural factors that others do not, like stigma, discrimination, and barriers to accessing healthcare. These systemic issues affect the well-being of the individual by restraining them from receiving the healthcare they deserve. That is why the Gay Men of Color Fellowship is invested in supporting leaders from these communities, individuals who understand the needs of their peers and can use their voice to shape the policies that impact their health.
How are the GMOC Fellows selected?
NMAC recruits Fellows from diverse backgrounds across the United States and Puerto Rico. To join the Fellowship, prospective participants must fill out an application detailing their advocacy experience or expectations, their interest in increasing HIV treatment and prevention access for GMoC, and what they contribute to the overall GMoC movement.
An Intergenerational Learning Exchange
Cohort members are paired with seasoned advocates, forming mentor-mentee relationships seeking to elevate their professional and HIV advocacy journeys. This personalized mentorship offers tailored guidance, knowledge sharing, and networking opportunities, creating a supportive environment for skill development. Drawing from their expertise, mentors help mentees navigate challenges, set goals, and create the connections necessary to build a GMoC movement.
GMoC Fellowship Mentors
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GMoC Fellows
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