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PARA ESPAÑOL: Defensor queer de la era de los derechos civiles, James Baldwin

Español

El movimiento por los derechos civiles en los Estados Unidos en la década de 1960 tiene muchos nombres icónicos asociados. Incluyendo a la gente LGBTQIA+, ¿puedes nombrar alguno?

¡Únete Ahora!  

Being LGBTQ+ in Rural or Isolated Places

CANCELLED. Being queer and/or trans in a rural or isolated area, or in a small community, can often be a very different experience than it is for people in urban or populated areas. So let's talk about it!

FOR YOUTH OF COLOR: Dealing with Difficult People

Youth of Color

This group is for anyone who identifies as a Person Of Color (POC). We welcome everyone, but if you are not a POC, please consider giving more space to the POC and respect their voices.

Join Jack and the Hugh Lane Wellness Foundation in a discussion about how to deal with difficult people in your lifes. From family, teachers, co-workers and classmates, there are lots of ways to keep yourself feeling supported.

Coping Skills to Manage Stress

Need help with managing stress? Join us to learn and share strategies to care for your mind!

FOR TRANS/NON-BINARY YOUTH: Coming Out Stories

Trans/Non-Binary Youth

Let's talk about coming out! Are you still figuring out your trans or non-binary identity? Did you have a good or not so great coming out experience? Do you want to share advice to other peers? Join us for all of that and more!

FOR BI/PAN YOUTH: Break the Ice!

Bi/Pan Youth

Who would win in a battle; Superman or Goku? Join us in this chat where we answer silly and interesting scenarios in a fun, icebreaker chat! 

Celebrating Bisexual Visibility Week

Let's Talk Astrology

Let's talk astrology! Whether you're wondering what "rising" even means, early on your astrology journey, or ready to discuss your in-depth chart, this is a chat for you!

FOR TRANS/NON-BINARY YOUTH: Autumn Fun!

Trans/Non-Binary Youth

Anime Day - Studio Gibli and More

Join Jack and the Hugh Lane Wellness Foundation in a discussion about all things Anime, with a specific emphasis on Studio Gibli films.

Let's Chat about: Self-Care

Come and learn different the different kinds of self care and different ways we can take care of ourselves.

FOR TRANS/NON-BINARY YOUTH: Exploring/Affirming LGBTQ2S+ identities

Trans/Non-Binary Youth

Come and join us to take some time to explore your own LGBTQ2S+ identities and what they mean or look like for you!

Rage Report

"We invite you to join the ultimate venting fiesta, where grievances take center stage and pet peeves find their voice.
Expect relatable rants, shared eye-rolls, and the understanding that can only come from a collective venting fest."

What Ace/Aro Characters Are Out There?

Asexual, aromantic, or aroace characters are not as common as the other letters in the community acronym. Why is that? Join this chat to find out about what characters are out there, learn some new ones from your fellow chatters, and to share your headcanons for any you believe are a-spec!

If a chat is not currently available and you need to talk to someone now, please reach out to The Trevor Project.