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										STI Awareness Week animated gifGIPHY Sticker CollectionSample Social Media Messages and GraphicsAdditional ResourcesThese social media messages for Twitter, Facebook and Instagram can help amplify STI prevention messages during STI Awareness Week. Select messages that align with your audiences and goals. Additional suggestions to keep in mind:
Use #STIweek and #SaferSexGamePlan hashtags on Twitter and Instagram during STI Awareness Week to join the conversation and share information, pictures and videos.
Use suggested daily themes to help plan your STI Awareness Week calendar, or mix and match campaigns
Share messages with suggested graphics or your own images, GIFs, and videos. Add some flair to your videos and stories with the sticker collection.
Customize messages with local testing options. Incorporate local hashtags that may help your messages reach your target audience.
Follow and tag @CDCSTD on Twitter and CDC STD on Facebook.Sample Social Media Messages and GraphicsDay 1: Spread Awareness about STI Awareness Week and the Prepare Before You’re There ThemePrepare Before You're There social media graphic**Post 1:**#STIweek is here! Use this week to make a #SaferSexGamePlan so that you’re prepared to prevent STIs before you play. Learn more, decide what’s right for you. https://bit.ly/3JU6Od3
**Post 2:**Don’t roll the dice with your #SexualHealth! This #STIweek, prepare before you’re there with a #SaferSexGamePlan. https://bit.ly/3JU6Od3
**Post 3:**What’s your #SaferSexGamePlan? #STIweek is the perfect time to figure it out! https://bit.ly/3JU6Od3
Download Facebook and Twitter GraphicDownload Instagram GraphicDay 2: Highlight Specific Prevention ActivitiesEncourage talking with sexual partners; using condoms; and/or asking healthcare providers about options such as testing or taking pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) to prevent HIV.Prepare Before You're There Social media graphic**Post 1:**Prepare Before You’re There! 1. Take a quiz to see if you’re at risk for an #STI and 2. Access resources to make a #SaferSexGamePlan before you go out or swipe right. https://bit.ly/3KwcZV2 #STIweek
**Post 2:**
Prepare Before You’re There! What’s going into your #SaferSexGamePlan? Condoms, testing, and talking to your partner(s) and healthcare providers are all great #STI prevention steps! https://bit.ly/3LsCxTV #STIweek
Download Facebook and Twitter GraphicDownload Instagram GraphicPrepare Before You're There social media graphic**Post 1:**Be ready *before* you’re in the heat of the moment with “Prepare Before You’re There.” Take some time during #STIweek to make a #SaferSexGamePlan and protect your #SexualHealth! https://bit.ly/3KwcZV2
**Post 2:**Be intentional about your #SexualHealth! Having a #SaferSexGamePlan in place before you play can protect you, even when sex isn’t planned. https://bit.ly/3KwcZV2 #STIweek
Download Facebook and Twitter GraphicDownload Instagram GraphicPrepare Before You're There social media graphicPrepare before you’re there! Make a #SaferSexGamePlan, choose the STI prevention steps that work for you! https://bit.ly/3KwcZV2 #STIweek
Download Facebook and Twitter GraphicDownload Instagram GraphicDay 3: Promote the Conversation Badge as a Conversation IcebreakerPrepare Before You're There social media graphic**Post 1:**
Need a #SexualHealth conversation icebreaker? Add the Conversation Badge to your dating profile to signal that STI prevention and sexual wellness matters to you: https://bit.ly/3DwIFHd #SaferSexGamePlan #STIweek****
**Post 2:**
Start a conversation about #SexualHealth, without the stigma, with the Conversation Badge: https://bit.ly/3DwIFHd #SaferSexGamePlan #STIweek****
**Post 3:**
Ready to #StopSTIgma? Add the Conversation Badge to your profile/dating profile app(s) to open up a #SexualHealth conversation – judgement-free! https://bit.ly/3DwIFHd #SaferSexGamePlan #STIweek
Download Facebook and Twitter GraphicDownload Instagram GraphicDay 4: Promote Conversations with Partners and Healthcare ProvidersPrepare Before You're There social media graphicSexually transmitted infections are NOT inevitable – they can be prevented! Use these tips for talking to your partner(s) and healthcare provider. https://bit.ly/3NSM48e #SaferSexGamePlan #STIweek
Download Facebook and Twitter GraphicDownload Instagram GraphicDay 5: Promote Surveillance Report NumbersThe State of STDs infographic2022 surveillance data underscores that STIs must be a public health priority. More than 2.5 million STI cases were reported in the U.S., with syphilis emerging as a unique public health challenge. https://bit.ly/3RWAYlx #STIreport #STIweek
Download Facebook and Twitter GraphicDownload LinkedIn GraphicTop of PageAdditional ResourcesGIPHY Sticker CollectionAdd some *Prepare Before You’re There* flair to your social media videos and stories. It’s easy! Here’s how:
Use the GIPHY tool feature of your favorite social media platform and search “sti week” or “safer sex”
Tap one of the GIFs and add it to your story
Tap and hold to move it, or use two fingers to rotate it or change the size
Add as many as you likeSee the full collection from the GIPHY websiteSTI Awareness Week animated gifSTI Awareness Week animated gifSTI Awareness Week animated gifConversation BadgesThe Conversation Badges can be added to your website for use.Download All Stop STIgma Conversation Badges[ZIP - 100 KB]Searching for prevention resources you can share with your community year-round? Visit the General Resources page for links to fact sheets, infographics, screening recommendations, and more. There’s something for everyone!The content on this page can also be syndicated (added to your website).Top of Page
							
					
							Last Reviewed:  February 5, 2024						Source: 	Division of STD Prevention, National Center for HIV, Viral Hepatitis, STD, and TB Prevention, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
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