Our 2024 Annual San Antonio Luncheon was a celebration of vision, commitment and impact for a healthier Texas. Since its inception in 2010, this luncheon has been a key gathering for San Antonio's civic, business, and philanthropic leaders to raise awareness of sexual health and to support programs that foster positive outcomes for Texas youth and women. This year, we proudly honored outstanding community leaders who have made remarkable contributions to our shared mission.

Thank you to everyone who attended and supported this year’s luncheon. Your contributions enable Healthy Futures of Texas to continue delivering transformative programs for youth, families, and communities across Texas.

The White House has announced a proposed rule that would require private insurance companies to pay for over the counter birth control pills and other contraceptive methods. This regulation would also expand access to birth control methods such as IUDs without cost sharing. If approved, it would go into effect next year. The new rule would cover Opill, the first over the counter birth control pill, which was approved for sale in drugstores without a prescription earlier this year.

Incarnation House provides a safe space for Dallas youth facing housing insecurity, offering wrap-around services where youth can build relationships, enjoy a meal, and gain new skills and resources in the community. Driven by their mission to break the cycle of generational poverty and transform young lives, Incarnation House has been a valued partner for over four years, collaborating with us to deliver sexual health and healthy relationship programming to their youth while equipping their team with essential training and support.

October is recognized as Let’s Talk Month, a time to foster open communication with youth. As we conclude this month, we encourage you to initiate simple conversations about relationships and feelings, laying a safe groundwork for discussing more sensitive topics. When teens see you as a trustworthy listener, it enhances their willingness to engage in future dialogues.

The 14th Annual Healthy Futures of Texas Symposium is a unique educational event uniting professionals across Texas. It provides in-depth training, technical support, and networking with experts in adolescent and women's sexual and reproductive health, equipping attendees with effective strategies for driving positive change. The Symposium will be offered in-person only from April 28-April 30, 2025 in Dallas, Texas, with one-day of virtual programming scheduled for May 1, 2025.

Deadline to Submit your presentation is now Friday, Nov. 8, 2024. For details, contact Melanie Chasteen at [email protected] or 512.791.5110.

If you're a Dallas resident, please complete this survey to help Dallas ISD prioritize the community's needs. Showing support for sexual health education can play a key role in promoting the well-being of our youth.