Sex 101
Generally speaking, sexual activity is any activity — either alone or solitary, between two persons, or in a group — that gets you aroused sexually. It’s important to practice safe sex to prevent unintended pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections (STIs).
STIs (or STDs) are infections you can get from skin to skin contact with another person’s genitals or anus. They’re super common — more than half of all people get one by the time they’re 25. Since a lot of STIs don’t have any symptoms, many people don’t even know they have one. Getting tested is the best way to know for sure if you or your partner has an STI.
Testing at a Clinic
You can get tested for STDs at your Tribal or community health Clinic. If you would like a little more privacy, you can also check out the Planned Parenthood website, or find a Planned Parenthood Health Center near you.
Testing at Home
If you live far away from a clinic, it is also possible to test yourself at home. We know a great service you can use to test yourself for free wherever you want — at home, at school, or in another safe space. This service is called Indigi-IWTK (I Want The Kit).
What is Indigi-IWTK?
Indigi-IWTK is a free, confidential, accurate, at-home STI/HIV test kit.
Who can use it?
Anyone at least 14 years old can order from Indigi-IWTK. You just need access to the internet and a shipping address.
When to use it?
You are at risk for HIV & other STIs if you:
- Had vaginal, anal, or oral sex (risk is higher if no condom was used)
- Shared needles or syringes when injecting drugs, medications or vitamins
- Shared needles for tattoos or body piercing
Why use it?
Indigi-IWTK is a safe and trustworthy way to get tested whenever and wherever you are. Knowing your status empowers you to keep yourself and your community safe.
You’ve got questions – we’ve got answers!
Below are some commonly asked questions about ordering and using the Indigi-IWTK service, along with answers from our relatives!
- I’ve heard about Indigi-IWTK, HOW do I order a kit?
- I decided to order a kit, WHAT CAN I EXPECT AFTER I go to place an order?
- My test from Indigi-IWTK came back positive, now what?
- My kit just arrived in the mail, now what do I do?
- I have to prick my finger to collect my sample, what are some tips for collecting my sample?
