Mission

The Shenandoah LGBTQ Center is a supportive network where LGBTQ people of all ages in the Shenandoah Valley and Greater Appalachia can thrive as equal, healthy, supported members of our society.

From support groups for individuals and families to outreach, education, and advocacy, Shenandoah LGBTQ Center is committed to addressing the unique challenges faced by the rural LGBTQ community.

Services

We provide an LGBTQ inclusive environment for those in the community through support groups, hotline information, transgender resources, medical appointments, LGBTQ medical professional information, queer resource library, educator resources, a list of accepting faith communities, a blog, life skills classes, special programs, and a physical space for individuals to hang out located in Staunton.

Who we primarily serve

We primarily serve the Shenandoah valley region's LGBTQIQAAPDS+ community and their families.

Activities

There are many events held by the LGBTQ center and in conjunction with other organizations. SOme examples include panelist discussions around the transgender community and AIDS, book events, trans day of remembrance, MIMA workshop, movie night, friendsgiving, peer to peer youth group, peer to peer parents group, ugly sweater contests, AA meetings, inclusion nights, safe binding workshops, and more post COVID-19.

Teen Opportunities

Teens are able to attend all of the events held by the LGBTQ center. There are specific peer support groups for them to attend. There is also Q Chat Space which is an online discussion forum for teens to discuss relevant topics surrounding identity. Go to the link below to learn more: