Looking for LGBTQ2S+ support in St. John’s NL, and Avalon East area? Consider these programs and services:
2SLGBTQIA+ Local Warm LineCall or text: 1-866-230-8041
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Planned Parenthood NL’s 2SLGBTQIA+ Warm Line is a peer support service run by and for 2SLGBTQIA+ people in Newfoundland and Labrador. If you need someone to talk to, reach out and they will do their best to support you and provide you resources.
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Phone: 709-579-1009
Camp Eclipse: OUT in the woods brings together youth between the ages of 16 and 24 for 4 days of empowering workshops which take a solution focused, and strengths based approach to the issues faced by two-spirit, lesbian, bisexual, gay, trans, ace, intersex and queer (2SLBGTQ+) youth. Camp also offers outdoor nature activities and networking opportunities.
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Phone: 709-727-0370
Please note that the organization’s website is still in the works.
Stephanie Howlett is passionate about Diversity and especially LGBTQ+. She has seen first hand the difference inclusion makes in the workplace. Stephanie has a masters in Social Work, and 19 years working in a major Regional Healthcare Authority, and a lifetime of coming out in each new role she took on.
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Phone: 709-729-2709
The Newfoundland and Labrador Human Rights Commission is an independent government agency responsible for promoting and protecting human rights in the province. We do this by:
- Administering the Human Rights Act
- Investigating and resolving human rights complaints
- Giving legal information to individuals, groups and organizations who are concerned with human rights
- Preventing discrimination through education and training
- Working with community partners
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Lonely Planet provides advice and resources to ensure LGBTQ2+ communities are safe, travelling internationally.
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A space to get all of the news and updates for the Faculty of Education’s GSA (Gender and Sexuality Alliance) out of Memorial University.
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The MUN Gender and Sexual Advocacy Group shares information and facilitate discussion on health issues related to gender or sexuality diverse (GSD) communities, commonly referred to as the LGBTQQ2SIPPA+ community. By facilitating or sharing events, talks, online resources, recommended books, other multimedia and more, we hope to investigate the health outcomes of GSD communities from a holistic perspective and educate the larger medical community about GSD issues.
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Intersections: A Resource Centre for Marginalized Genders is ran by a collective of active, committed volunteers that are dedicated to the physical, emotional, and psychological wellness of all people with marginalized genders. As such, their purpose spans across a broad spectrum, both in meeting the individual needs of the visitors to our Centre, as well as working toward personal wellness, awareness, education, and advocacy for the community as a whole.
They offer a number of free resources including menstrual products, a safe space to relax, emergency diapers, private breast-feeding and changing area, peer counselling, information about community resources, pamphlets, and more.
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A full list of resources provided by Memorial University and surrounding organizations in the vicinity.
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Phone: 709-864-7619
MUN Sexual And Gender Advocacy. A safer space for everyone LBGTQ+ and ally on and off campus.
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Odds & Ends Curling is the St. John’s Queer-friendly curling association and league. Founded in 2016, the association organizes an annual bonspiel as well as non-competitive curling events for those who identify as queer, questioning, family, and allies.
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This is a public page for announcements for a peer support group for parents of transgender, two-spirit, and gender diverse children and youth in St. John’s, NL.
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PFLAG Canada – St. John’s NL Chapter is part of the national Chapter and Contact network. We actively assist in the recognition and growth of gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, transsexual, two-spirit, intersex, queer and questioning persons and their families and friends, within their diverse cultures and societies. At this time, we are the only PFLAG chapter in the province.
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Phone: 709- 579-1009
Planned Parenthood-NLHSC takes a strength based, harm-reduction, and solution focused approach to the issues faced by lesbian, bisexual, gay, transgender, and queer (LBGTQ+) youth.
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This group is a safe space for all polyamorous and non-monogamous folks, as well as those questioning their current monogamous lifestyle. The group hopes to offer peer support, community building, relationship advice, and shared experiences.
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Quandrangle NL seeks to create a community centre for 2SLGBTQAI+ individuals and organizations, a space that is a resource for building community resilience and connection, and that provides supports for existing initiatives of our 2SLGBTQAI+ community.
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A St. John’s NL centered group for those who identify as being on the asexual and/or aromantic spectrum.
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St. John’s Gay Men’s Chorus is a choir for queer men and allies in St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada. We enjoy singing, creating a safe social space, and working for our communities.
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St. John’s Pride is a volunteer-run, non-profit organization that aims to serve the community by providing and facilitating educational, networking, and awareness-raising opportunities. Additionally, they aim to recognize and celebrate the Pride community.
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Spectrum is the first LGBTQ community choir in Newfoundland and Labrador. This non-auditioned choir welcomes everyone to join together in song, celebration, and connection.
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This group has been created to provide a social network for local lesbians. We will be hosting dances and parties from time to time. Everyone is welcome to organize and post any upcoming events.
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A non-profit organization that offers outreach, education, and peer support for the trans community of NL.
