Joy and liberation filled the room as Bridge for Youth supporters, friends, youth, and staff gathered at Scheid Hall in Surly Brewing for the third annual CommUNITY LGBTQ+ Celebration. “This is a safe space,” declared our MC and drag performer, Luna Muse. “Too many of us have nowhere to go to be our authentic selves,Continue Reading
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How the ‘So What If I Am?’ Support Group Uplifts and Centers LGBTQ+ Voice
Creating safe spaces to celebrate queer identities helps build stronger communities. For over 30-years, The Bridge for Youth has centered LGBTQ+ voices through our ‘So What If I Am’ support group. Learn more: “This support group feels like home,” reflected Nova, a former resident at Rita’s House. “Attending ‘So What If I Am?’ has givenContinue Reading
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commUNITY Juneteenth Celebration
Together in commUNITY on June 2, 2024 Our third annual commUNITY Juneteenth block party celebrated Juneteenth and amplified Black excellence and liberation. Many heartfelt thanks to our community of partners and supporters who attended. Our community unified for an afternoon of music by DJ Brian Lansing, cultural exploration andperformance of African Drumming by Brother Ghana,Continue Reading