Project Kesher Israel Hosts Session with Head of LGBTQ Health Clinic

Project Kesher Israel had the honor of hosting a workshop with Dr. Olga Ben Kurt, the head of an LGBTQ clinic at Clalit Health Services in Haifa. During the session, Dr. Ben Kurt provided comprehensive information on the health needs of LGBTQ community members, addressing participants’ individual concerns. Topics discussed included annual screenings and how to approach physicians about personal health concerns without fear of revealing queer identities. This is top of mind for many individuals in Project Kesher Israel’s network, who overwhelmingly come from environments where it’s not safe to live openly.

The organization is committed to continuing this support by bringing in more medical professionals who specialize in treating the LGBTQ population.