LGBT+ Youth Archives | Focus Middle Tennessee

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Supporting Youth: A Matter of Life and Death

In larger cities and metro areas, it’s becoming easier to find resources and services for the LGBT+ community. This is something that’s taken many years and a lot of blood, sweat and tears. Now, it’s members of the community in the suburbs and rural areas that are working to bring resources and services to their areas.

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Supporting Queer Youth

Gender and Sexuality Alliances (GSAs) are school-based, student-run clubs for LGBTQ+ and Gender Non-Conforming (GNC) youth and their allies. The first documented GSAs appeared in the late 1980s.

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Camping Out Loud

While many events have been canceled this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, our youth still have some options for virtual camping this year. We’ve highlighted a few LGBT+ camps that are hosting virtual events.

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Becoming Us: Building a Connection to Community

Oasis Center has recently announced a new youth empowerment program designed specifically for middle school students who identify within the LGBTQ+ spectrum called Becoming Us.

stephanie low standing against a brick wall

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Kicked out After Coming out: True You TN Provides Solutions for LGBTQ Youth

True You Tennessee, a new outreach program in its beginning stages, will provide resources, care packages and a safe, nurturing home environment where youth can heal themselves...while being themselves.

Equality Clarksville and APSU's Gay Straight Alliance to Hold Picnic, Rainbow Graduation Event

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Equality Clarksville and APSU’s Gay-Straight Alliance to Hold Picnic, Rainbow Graduation Event

Equality Clarksville and APSU's Gay-Straight Alliance to Hold Picnic, Rainbow Graduation Event

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MTSU’s 2018 LGBT+ College Conference: All Identities Bridging the Divide

This year marked the 5th annual Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU) LGBT+ College Conference. What started in 2014 has blossomed into, not only a statewide conference but also a time to recognize outstanding individuals who are helping to shape and strengthen our community. The three-day conference was kicked...

MTSU LGBT+ College Conference Bridging the Divide 2018

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MTSU LGBT+ College Conference Gives Students, Employers Chance to be Heard

On April 5 through 7, Middle Tennessee State University will provide an opportunity for all to have their voice heard during their annual LGBT+ College Conference.

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Turning Lives Around: Pam Sheffer and Team at Just Us is Making a Difference in Teens’ Lives

Pam Sheffer and the team at Just Us at Oasis Center are working to give Middle Tennessee teens an affirming and inclusive community to thrive in.

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Launch Pad Nashville: Providing Warm Shelter to Homeless Youth in Davidson County

Launch Pad Nashville is an organization dedicated to preventing and addressing homelessness in Davidson County, with an emphasis on LGBT youth.

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