Access to safe and reliable housing should be a human right. However, we know that this is often not the case. LGBTQ+ people, and specifically trans people, are more likely to experience housing insecurity in their lifetime. Because of this, the LGBTQ+ community in Vermont needs more and better access to safe and affordable rentals, […]
LGBTQ+ Vermonters staying making friends, even in a pandemic. A state-wide virtual LGBTQ+ community mixer. Wed, March 30th, 2022 6:00pm - 7:00pm https://tinyurl.com/VTQMix
Join sex educator, Jenna Emerson, and trauma therapist, Liam Malone, for an interactive and educational workshop hosted in Burlington’s queer-inclusive modern adult store, Earth + Salt. This event is open to all members of the LGBTQIA+ community and is hosted by the SafeSpace Anti-Violence Program at the Pride Center of Vermont. In this workshop you […]
As the trans, intersex, gender fluid, genderqueer, agender, and gender non-conforming communities continue to process and grieve the loss of Fern Feather, the Transgender Program at the Pride Center of Vermont recognizes the importance of creating space to come together in community. The Trans Program Coordinator, Emily in coordination with Willow, SafeSpace Clinical Advocate, will […]
***This event has been canceled due to an act of vandalism that occurred at the Pride Center of Vermont this morning. If you need any support please reach out to trans@pridecentervt.org.*** In-Person Support Group: Tuesday, April 26, 2022 5-7pm @ Pride Center of Vermont in "the Barn" 255 South Champlain St., Suite 12 Burlington, VT […]
This August, the Foul Contending Rebels tackle their namesake play, The Taming of the Shrew: Audition for SHREW, FCR’s take on Shakespeare’s controversial play. The Taming of the Shrew is a comedy about an unstoppable force meeting an unmovable object: when the eager-to-wed Petruchio meets the stubborn Katerina, he domesticates his wild wife. FCR’s SHREW, […]
This August, the Foul Contending Rebels tackle their namesake play, The Taming of the Shrew: Audition for SHREW, FCR’s take on Shakespeare’s controversial play. The Taming of the Shrew is a comedy about an unstoppable force meeting an unmovable object: when the eager-to-wed Petruchio meets the stubborn Katerina, he domesticates his wild wife. FCR’s SHREW, […]
Join Barre community in this Baked With Love fundraiser in honor of Fern Feather. Community donated treats for sale by donation and to benefit SafeSpace at the Pride Center of VT. Family Activities, Community Resources, Pink triangle Remembrance. 9am-2pm, Barre City Hall Park ***************This event is organized by the community, not Pride Center of VT********************* […]
Grace Cottage Hospital and Out in the Open have partnered to provide a free LGBTQ+ friendly and competent Health Insurance Seminar and Q&A session intended to help LGBTQ+ Vermonters navigate Vermont state health insurance. Virtually hosted by Grace Cottage Hospital's Patient Resource Advocate Jocelyne Smith and Out in the Open's Health Justice Organizer Jake McBride. […]
Grace Cottage Hospital and Out in the Open have partnered to provide a free LGBTQ+ friendly and competent Health Insurance Seminar and Q&A session intended to help LGBTQ+ Vermonters navigate Vermont state health insurance. Virtually hosted by Grace Cottage Hospital's Patient Resource Advocate Jocelyne Smith and Out in the Open's Health Justice Organizer Jake McBride. […]
About December's Sessions: December: Intro to LGBTQ+ Identities Thurs. 12/1 10am-11am or Mon. 12/5 2pm-3pm What do you know about the LGBTQ+ umbrella? What are the relationships between gender, sex, and sexuality? How does provider familiarity with these concepts impact LGBTQ+ survivors of sexual violence, intimate partner violence, dating violence, or stalking? Why does this matter? We'll […]
About December's Session: December: Intro to LGBTQ+ Identities Thurs. 12/1 10am-11am or Mon. 12/5 2pm-3pm What do you know about the LGBTQ+ umbrella? What are the relationships between gender, sex, and sexuality? How does provider familiarity with these concepts impact LGBTQ+ survivors of sexual violence, intimate partner violence, dating violence, or stalking? Why does this matter? We'll […]
About January's Session: Gender Inclusive Language & Pronouns Thurs. 1/5 10am-11am or Mon. 1/9 2pm-3pm (note that due to holiday, this Monday is actually the second of the month) Language is a primary way that we connect with one another, and yet it can be the site of disconnection and harm when wielded without compassionate […]
About January's Session: Gender Inclusive Language & Pronouns Thurs. 1/5 10am-11am or Mon. 1/9 2pm-3pm (note that due to holiday, this Monday is actually the second of the month) Language is a primary way that we connect with one another, and yet it can be the site of disconnection and harm when wielded without compassionate […]
Are you over the age of 18 and looking for support in dealing with and/or healing from intimate partner violence? If so, join SafeSpace Anti-Violence Program advocates for a facilitated, 6-week virtual support group for LGBTQ+ survivors of intimate partner violence. Conversations will be lightly facilitated by one of our confidential advocates. In each session […]
About February's Session: Supporting LGBTQ+ Survivors Thurs. 2/2 10am-11am or Mon. 2/6 2pm-3pm It takes a village to keep our communities safe. Unfortunately, LGBTQ+ people, and especially transgender people, are at greater risk for some kinds of harm than the larger population. We will explore some of what our communities are facing and how to […]
About February's Session: Supporting LGBTQ+ Survivors Thurs. 2/2 10am-11am or Mon. 2/6 2pm-3pm It takes a village to keep our communities safe. Unfortunately, LGBTQ+ people, and especially transgender people, are at greater risk for some kinds of harm than the larger population. We will explore some of what our communities are facing and how to […]
Join sex educator, Jenna Emerson, and trauma therapist, Liam Malone, for an interactive and educational workshop on finding pleasure after harm. This event is open to all members of the LGBTQIA+ community and is hosted by the SafeSpace Anti-Violence Program at the Pride Center of Vermont. In this workshop you will use all of your […]
Are you over the age of 18 and looking for support in healing from sexual violence? If so, join SafeSpace Anti-Violence Program advocates for a facilitated, 6-week virtual support group for LGBTQ+ survivors of sexual violence. Conversations will be lightly facilitated by one of our confidential advocates. Each session participants will be invited to share […]
Join the SafeSpace Anti-Violence Program for a workshop on LGBTQ+ people’s rights in the workplace. The presentation will be hosted by attorneys Bridget Dowret and Jackson Place and will cover topics such as: - Types of harassment that are illegal - What to do if you suspect you are being discriminated against - What to […]