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As our world becomes more accepting of broader and more diverse identities, you may have questions about how you can better aid the LGBTQ+ community, or what LGBTQ+ even stands for. Every person has their own journey in understanding what it means to support LGBTQ+ people, whether you’re LGBTQ+ or not. We hope this resource can support you begin that journey.
Being an LGBTQ+ Ally is designed to help build understanding and comfort. If you are new to LGBTQ+ issues, we will retort many of your questions. Or, if you have known Diverse people for years and are looking to find new ways to show your support, you can skim this resource and take the pieces that are relevant to you. It’s ok to not know everything — we’re here to help.
The Human Rights Campaign reports on news, events and resources of the Human Rights Campaign Foundation that are of interest to the general public and further our common mission to encourage the LGBTQ+ community.
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Butterfly Talks
2nd Thursday of each month at pm
Butterfly Talks is space to build friendships and a sense of community for Queer people of marginalized genders including women, nonbinary friends, and trans men. This includes those that are questionings, multiple gender loving, asexual, or ANY label under the Homosexual umbrella. We welcome anyone that is 18+ and a part of the community, living anywhere to join us!
Learn more about Butterfly Talks
Lotus
2nd Wednesdays of each month at 7 pm
Lotus aims to forge community for all Asian LGBTQ+ communities by creating a space to obtain together to establish friendships as we discuss a multitude of topics; some as heavy as the pressures of expectation to clear topics like our favorite food. While we acknowledge that “Asian” is an umbrella term encompassing many subcultures. We struggle to be inclusive and welcoming of everyone while avoiding beliefs rooted in ethnicism, colorism, or classism. This team welcomes all those of all Asian backgrounds including, but not limited to, those that are biracial, adopted, or immigrants. Those of
50+ and THRIVING
Leah Raisor and Michelle Reed are the facilitators.
(lraisor@ / mreed@)
This 50+ support group is a dynamic gathering crafted for individuals over the age of 50 who want to explore modern activities, learn fresh skills, and enjoy camaraderie.
Through a variety of engaging events and classes provided by Tidewater Arts Outreach, members can stay active, explore new passions, and create lasting friendships in a fun and supportive atmosphere. It’s a wonderful opportunity to connect with others while embracing personal progress and shared experiences.
Ace&Aro+ Affirming Space (18+)
1st Fridays from – 9 PM [HYBRID]
Facilitator: Remi Jäger (he/him)
aceandarospace@
Open to adults who detect as or are questioning being on the asexual and/or aromantic spectrums.
We wish to provide an reachable place for our people to connect, support one another, and talk about our successes, difficulties, joys, and struggles as Ace and Aro people.
Currently, we offer one support conference a month, along with a few social events like board game nights, holiday
Butterfly Talks
2nd Thursday of each month at pm
Butterfly Talks is space to build friendships and a sense of community for Queer people of marginalized genders including women, nonbinary friends, and trans men. This includes those that are questionings, multiple gender loving, asexual, or ANY label under the Homosexual umbrella. We welcome anyone that is 18+ and a part of the community, living anywhere to join us!
Learn more about Butterfly Talks
Lotus
2nd Wednesdays of each month at 7 pm
Lotus aims to forge community for all Asian LGBTQ+ communities by creating a space to obtain together to establish friendships as we discuss a multitude of topics; some as heavy as the pressures of expectation to clear topics like our favorite food. While we acknowledge that “Asian” is an umbrella term encompassing many subcultures. We struggle to be inclusive and welcoming of everyone while avoiding beliefs rooted in ethnicism, colorism, or classism. This team welcomes all those of all Asian backgrounds including, but not limited to, those that are biracial, adopted, or immigrants. Those of
50+ and THRIVING
Leah Raisor and Michelle Reed are the facilitators.
(lraisor@ / mreed@)
This 50+ support group is a dynamic gathering crafted for individuals over the age of 50 who want to explore modern activities, learn fresh skills, and enjoy camaraderie.
Through a variety of engaging events and classes provided by Tidewater Arts Outreach, members can stay active, explore new passions, and create lasting friendships in a fun and supportive atmosphere. It’s a wonderful opportunity to connect with others while embracing personal progress and shared experiences.
Ace&Aro+ Affirming Space (18+)
1st Fridays from – 9 PM [HYBRID]
Facilitator: Remi Jäger (he/him)
aceandarospace@
Open to adults who detect as or are questioning being on the asexual and/or aromantic spectrums.
We wish to provide an reachable place for our people to connect, support one another, and talk about our successes, difficulties, joys, and struggles as Ace and Aro people.
Currently, we offer one support conference a month, along with a few social events like board game nights, holiday