Marsa Sexual Health Center advocates for inclusive and equitable access to Sexual and Reproductive Health in Lebanon. Our services are provided by a multidisciplinary team in a safe, welcoming, accessible, and friendly environment that is free from judgment and bias. Everyone is welcome and particularly women, vulnerable groups, and economically disadvantaged individuals. Marsa works closely with the National AIDS Program at the Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) in Lebanon as part of the national strategy for HIV, and STI care and prevention.
Our services are available for everyone, and include:
Voluntary counseling and testing services (VCT)
Medical consultations on sexual and reproductive health
Psychosocial support counseling
Group awareness sessions on a multitude of subjects relating to sexual and reproductive health
Animation: Jad Azar
What is HIV?
Misinformation fuels stigma, but education breaks barriers. Let’s talk about HIV with facts. Knowledge empowers us to protect ourselves, support others, and challenge harmful misconceptions.
Take a moment to learn, share, and help break the stigma!
We’re here to support you with all your sexual health questions.
You can now reach us on our new dedicated number for confidential and reliable information about sexual health, HIV, STIs, protected practices, and more.
Available Hours: Monday to Saturday, 10 AM to 6 PM
Please note: Only calls will be answered—no messages.
Like any other
“Like Any Other” is an awareness campaign, led by Marsa, that aims to dismantle preconceived notions surrounding disability and intimacy. Because individuals living with disabilities are often asexualized or fetishized in our societies, we intend to challenge these prejudices and eradicate taboos by promoting a more inclusive view.
In this series of videos, we amplify the voices of four individuals living with different disabilities who open up about their relationship with their bodies and their own sexuality.
To learn more about the campaign, click here.
Cervical cancer is a preventable cancer.
Book your appointment today!
A Pap smear is a screening test designed to detect changes in cervical cells, including precancerous and cancerous cells. It is recommended for individuals with vaginas aged 21 to 65, and it should be performed once every 2 years, even if no abnormalities are detected! Early detection and treatment can significantly improve outcomes.
Illustration and Animation: Mabelle Sawan, Voice Over Talent: Maya Ammar
Marsa’s Free Condom Dispensers Campaign
As part of our efforts to promote safer practices, Marsa is installing free condom dispensers in diverse-friendly spaces and handling refills upon request, choose your design and contact us if you believe that your venue is the perfect fit for this initiative!
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
PCOS is a common condition for people with ovaries. It is a condition in which the ovaries create excessive androgens, sex hormones that regulate some male characteristics.
Animation & artwork: Mabelle Sawan
Endometriosis
Endometriosis is a common chronic condition that affects one out of ten people with uteruses.
Artwork and animation: Mabelle Sawan
What is the Internal Condom?
Illustration and Animation: Mabelle Sawan
Check out the video for more information on its proper use and all its added perks!