The DMHS is a community-based organization that envisions creating safe spaces for key populations and marginalized community members deprived of fundamental health rights. To address and overcome the intersecting issues of insecurity, violence, abuse, and social exclusion experienced by TG persons and key populations, the DMHS is ready to jump through hoops with a clearly defined vision and mission, steering its strategic direction for the next three years. 

Vision: Social justice and well-being for all. 

Mission: We promote the right to access and equal participation in society. In our mission, we are committed to cultivating an inclusive mindset in local communities and taking action to address social injustice and health inequities related to the control and prevention of HIV/AIDS and Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs). At DMHS, we believe that the well-being of individuals can be improved with collective care and joint accountability. 

Values: At DMHS, our commitment is driven by core values. These values guide our mission and shape our actions, ensuring we stay true to our purpose and remain connected to our stakeholders, most importantly, our communities. 

• Acceptance: Society’s marginalized sections face the conundrum of finding respect and acceptance. Non-acceptance causes anger, helplessness, and resentment in individuals and groups, which can lead to strained relationships, hinder personal growth, and increase mental health issues such as depression and anxiety. Henceforth, the core value of acceptance underpins all designed programs and community engagement at DMHS. We promote positive self-regard at the organizational level. DMHS encourages ‘Acceptance’ of diverse ideas and individuals or groups that add value to our work with communities.
• Integrity: At DMHS, integrity is central to our work. The delivery of our health-related services must be equitable and safe. This also means our projects, programs, and stakeholders maintain transparency, ethical standards, and values. Upholding the value of Integrity is deeply personal to us because we nurture positive relationships through trust building, ultimately cultivating a sense of respect and safety in our staff and the communities we work with.

Equality: Our work aims to help our staff, like-minded organizations, local communities, healthcare providers, and government representatives develop a granular understanding of equality and social justice. To practice ‘Equality’ as a core value, DMHS uses a participatory approach and promotes egalitarianism.