Empowering Our Community Together
Triangle Empowerment Center is a nonprofit serving Durham, Raleigh, and Chapel Hill — providing free health services, education, events, and community support for everyone, especially minority and LGBTQ+ communities.
A Happy, Healthy, United Community
To create a happy, healthy, united community through empowerment and education. Triangle Empowerment Center has been operating since 2008 — serving anyone in crisis and in need of job readiness, placement, substance abuse assistance, and empowerment.
We believe in meeting people where they are. No membership fees. No minimums. No exclusions. Everyone is welcome — no matter your background, identity, or situation. Come as you are.
Programs Built for Our Community
Life-changing programs that educate, support, and empower individuals across the Triangle area.
MClub
Young MSM outreach targeting men ages 16–29, using the CDC MPowerment intervention for HIV/STI prevention.
Learn more →S.L.S.
Seasoned to Live Strong — outreach program for Black MSM ages 30+, using CDC 3MV intervention.
Learn more →L.O.T.T.
Ladies of the T — holistic support for the Transgender community: housing, job placement, education & more.
Learn more →G.E.P.
Giving Empowerment and Positivity — HIV+ support group focused on survivor goals and community.
Learn more →It's All About Me
Support group for minority women using CDC VOICES intervention — empowerment, healthy living, self-sufficiency.
Learn more →Love the Glove
TEC's Condom Distribution Program — making safer sex accessible and changing community attitudes.
Learn more →Support When You Need It Most
All services are completely free. No membership required. Everyone is welcome.
HIV/STD Testing
Free, private, and confidential HIV/AIDS/STD testing and counseling. Walk-ins and appointments welcome.
Schedule a Test →PrEP Navigation
Get connected with PrEP — a once-daily pill that prevents HIV. We help you access it for free or at low cost.
Learn About PrEP →Housing Assistance
We help those at risk of homelessness connect to housing resources, shelters, and long-term stability programs.
Find Housing Help →Support Groups
Join a supportive community of people who share similar experiences. Safe spaces for healing and connection.
Find a Group →Job Readiness
Job placement assistance, training, and empowerment programs to help you build a stable career.
Get Support →Street Outreach
After-hours testing and outreach in Durham and Raleigh. Gift cards and free safe sex kits provided.
Learn More →Join Us at Our Next Event
Social Events
Bowling, movies, beach trips, game nights
Educational Events
Workshops, seminars, awareness campaigns
Volunteering
Give back and make a difference
Absolutely Nothing. You Come As You Are.
There are no membership fees, no initiation, no minimum requirement of meetings or events to attend. Everyone is welcome — no matter your color, shape, sexual orientation, religion, or culture.
New people sign up for our email list every week. Whether you're straight, gay, lesbian, transgender, or anywhere in between — we welcome you. The only requirement: come as you are.
"Stronger Together. Brighter Tomorrow."
Triangle Empowerment Center, Inc. • Est. 2008 • 501(c)(3) Nonprofit • EIN #45-5610993
Ready to Get Involved?
Whether you need our services, want to volunteer, or wish to support our mission — there's a place for you at Triangle Empowerment Center.