Pride Month: Featuring LGBTQIA+ Organizations in Alberta
Happy Pride Month, Zebra Herd! In spirit, we would love to feature some incredible LGBTQIA+ organizations based in Alberta.
Each of these LGBTQIA+ organizations are doing incredible work to create comfortable and non-judgemental spaces that provide helpful resources and educational opportunities, as well as safety and support to so many.
Pride Centre of Edmonton - Based in Edmonton
The Pride Centre of Edmonton values creating a safe space that provides education, resources and a sense of belonging to all community members.
A few of the services they provide:
Free counselling on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Weekly opportunities to connect with others and learn more about topics related to gender, sexuality and more.
Help to provide information and make referrals for important services related to mental health, housing and much more.
Please visit their website to learn about all the incredible work they are doing!
Connect with the Pride Centre of Edmonton
Website: www.pridecentreofedmonton.ca/
Facebook: @yegpride
Instagram: @yegpridecentre
Twitter: @YegPride
The Chew Project - Based in Edmonton
The Chew Project works to provide support to 2SLGBTQ+ youth and young adults that are in need of the tools to heal and survive.
A few of the services they provide:
Access to clothing, food, hygiene items, sexual health supplies and more.
STI testing by the Edmonton STI Clinic outreach staff.
Mental health support and crisis intervention.
We encourage you to visit their website to learn more!
Connect with the Chew Project
Website: www.chewprojectyeg.org/
Facebook: @chewprojectyeg
Instagram: @chewprojectyeg
Twitter: @chewprojectyeg
Centre for Sexuality - Based in Calgary
The Centre for Sexuality has a goal of normalizing sexual health through informative programs and services that are available to all Albertans.
A few of the services they provide:
Plenty of information about various topics such as gender identity, sexual orientation, consent and much more.
Many educational workshops, programs and training opportunities for schools, workplaces, etc., to learn about a wide range of topics.
Counselling services.
We are grateful to have a partnership with the Centre for Sexuality. Please visit their website to see more of the important education they are providing to so many!
Connect with the Centre for Sexuality
Website: www.centreforsexuality.ca
Facebook: @CalgarySexualHealthCentre
Instagram: @yycsexualhealth
Twitter: @YYCsexualhealth
Outloud Foundation - Based in St. Albert
The Outloud Foundation is a comfortable space for LGBTQIA+ children, youth and adults to connect with each other and supportive allies.
A few of the services they provide:
Presentations to educate and speak about sexuality and gender identity.
Interactive workshops.
Meetings for different age groups to connect with one another through activities and discussions.
Please visit their website and social media to see more about the great work they’re up to!
Connect with the Outloud Foundation
Website: www.outloudstalbert.ca
Facebook: @Outloudstalbert
Instagram: @Outloudstalbert
Twitter: @OutloudStAlbert