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Play But Play Safe

couple 1Sex! It sounds fun…but there is a lot to consider.

There are a number of “UNWANTEDS” that may come along with sex. Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) such as gonorrhea, chlamydia, HIV and syphilis are all bad news if not treated. And unwanted pregnancy can change lives forever.

Don’t take a chance. If you have insertive sex, USE A CONDOM.

In addition to condoms, there are a number of ways to make sex safer. An important safer sex practice is to get tested regularly. Make it a habit to get tested for STIs every 3 months. It’s an easy and healthy routine for you and your sexual partners.

The best advice? BE INFORMED. Check out the SAFER SEX…CONDOM TALK…CONDOM USE…and FACTS drop downs for more information.

Capital City AIDS Fund’s (CCAF) Play But Play Safe project is dedicated to keeping you informed…keeping you healthy…and reducing the number of HIV and STI infections in our community.

Love yourself. Love your partner. Get tested and use condoms with insertive sex.

Outreach

LGBT Center Testing and Outreach Van

LGBT Center Testing and Outreach Van

August 20, 2015

LGBT Testing and Outreach Van CCAF’s Play ButCenter  Play Safe project has made a significant donation to the Sacramento LGBT Community Center to help launch their new testing and outreach van. In add...
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Bar Promotions

Bar Promotions

April 28, 2015

Bar Promotions Our Play But Play Safe team works with midtown Sacramento bars to co-host safe play promotions. Typically held quarterly throughout the year, our volunteers are on-hand to distribute fr...
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<em>Play But Play Safe</em> Outreach

Play But Play Safe Outreach

April 28, 2015

Play But Play Safe Outreach Our Play Safe ads and editorial articles run regularly in targeted local media including Outword Magazine and the Sac State Hornet Newspaper. Without a cure, we know that t...
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Safer Sex

couple kissing

Condoms are extremely effective in preventing HIV and STIs when used properly. That’s why our PLAY SAFE team distributes more than 500,000 free condoms per year. Free condoms are also available on college campuses, at the LGBT Center and many other non-profit locations.

In addition to condoms, there are other ways you can make sex safer…

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Condoms are extremely effective in preventing HIV and STIs when used properly. That’s why our PLAY SAFE team distributes more than 500,000 free condoms per year. Free condoms are also available on college campuses, at the LGBT Center and many other non-profit locations

Condom Talk

The more you know, the better. It’s important to make good decision about your health, your body and your partners. Be prepared to TALK about condom use with your partner. If you need help, roll over the statements below and we’ll provide you with what to say and how to respond.

You can also download our Condom Talk: We’ve Gotcha’ Covered booklet for more suggestions.

It doesn’t feel as good with a condom on.
But we did it before without a condom.
Are you worried about catching something?
I wont enjoy sex if we use a condom.
I don’t know how to put it on.
Don’t you trust me?
Condoms ruin the mood.
Don’t you love me?

News

United States Conference on AIDS

United States Conference on AIDS

August 20, 2015

United States Conference on AIDS From Las Vegas to New Orleans, San Diego, and Washington D.C., CCAF keeps its finger on the pulse of HIV/AIDS by attending the U.S. Conference on AIDS (USCA). The USCA...
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National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day

National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day

May 1, 2015

Mark your calendar for next March 10, 2022. CCAF will be helping to spotlight the 14th Annual National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day, right here in Sacramento. We will help promote the specia...
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Facts

FACT: HIV can be effectively treated with a once daily pill.

FACT: HIV can be effectively treated with a once daily pill.

When an individual with HIV is on medication and is “undetectable” there is zero risk of passing on HIV.

FACT: Many people who tell you they’re HIV negative or free of STIs simply don’t know their status.

FACT: Many people who tell you they’re HIV negative or free of STIs simply don’t know their status.

Don’t take a chance. Use a condom when having insertive sex.

FACT: 1-in-5 Men-Who-Have-Sex-With-Men (MSM) is HIV+.

FACT: 1-in-5 Men-Who-Have-Sex-With-Men (MSM) is HIV+.

FACT: Sacramento has some of the highest rates of STIs (gonorrhea, chlamydia and syphilis) in all of California.

FACT: Sacramento has some of the highest rates of STIs (gonorrhea, chlamydia and syphilis) in all of California.

FACT: STIs are hitting Sacramento youth the hardest.

FACT: STIs are hitting Sacramento youth the hardest.

The majority of those infected are ages 15 to 25.

FACT: People can have an STI for years and have no symptoms.

FACT: People can have an STI for years and have no symptoms.

Don’t think you or others are STI-free based on looks.

FACT: About 20% of all young people living with HIV are unaware of their infection.

FACT: About 20% of all young people living with HIV are unaware of their infection.

Among young gay men, up to 60% of those who are HIV+ don’t know it! HIV can be treated. Get tested!

FACT: African Americas are four times more likely to have chlamydia than their white counterparts.

FACT: African Americas are four times more likely to have chlamydia than their white counterparts.

Condom Use

DON’T ASSUME YOUR PARTNER WILL TAKE CARE OF THE CONDOMS

DON’T ASSUME YOUR PARTNER WILL TAKE CARE OF THE CONDOMS

It takes two to have sex. Always be prepared with a condom if there is a possibility of sex. R-E-S-P-E-C-T. Respect your partner and respect yourself. Be prepared.

RECYCLING NOT ALLOWED

RECYCLING NOT ALLOWED

Only use condoms once and then discard. And never use two condoms together; this provides no additional protection and increases the chance of breaking the condom.

SLIP ‘N SLIDE

SLIP ‘N SLIDE

Most condoms are lubricated, as noted on the packaging. To provide more comfort, enjoyment and reduce the chances of tears to the skin, apply a water-based lubricant to the outside of the condom after putting it on. Also, using a drop of lube inside the dome of a condom can provide increased pleasure. NEVER USE VASELINE OR OIL-BASED LUBES; these can cause the condom to break.

HARD IS GOOD

HARD IS GOOD

Roll the condom on after the penis is erect and before any genital contact.

LINE IT UP…ROLL IT ON

LINE IT UP…ROLL IT ON

Make sure the rolled-up ring of the condom is on the outside. Then hold the tip of condom between your fingers as you put the condom on the hard penis head. Finally, roll the condom all the way down to cover the entire penis.

NO RE-USE

NO RE-USE

Again, use a condom only once and then discard. Also, if changing from vaginal to anal sex, use a new condom.

HOLD ON…YOU’RE NOT DONE

HOLD ON…YOU’RE NOT DONE

Pull out immediately after cumming and while still hard. Make sure the condom stays in place on the penis while pulling out. Next, remove the condom, wrap in a tissue and throw in the garbage.

Projects

Helen Veress-Mitchell Scholarship Program

Helen Veress-Mitchell Scholarship Program

August 20, 2015

Since 2002, CCAF has raised and distributed nearly $400,000 to young HIV+ people to attend college or technical school. All these years later, the Helen Veress Mitchell Scholarship Fund, named in memo...
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<em>Play Safe</em> Project

Play Safe Project

May 7, 2015

CCAF’s Play But Play Safe project CCAF’s Play But Play Safe project operates 7 days a week/52 weeks per year. Our team of volunteers distributes FREE condoms and lube in midtown area bars on a continu...
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Sac City College “Condom Connection” Cart

Sac City College “Condom Connection” Cart

April 28, 2015

CCAF designed, custom-fitted, and donated the Condom Connection red golf cart to Sacramento City College. Designed with student input, the cart travels around the SCC campus on a regular basis, distri...
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