QUEERSPACE collective

A huge thank you to the Optum Employee Community Council for choosing QUEERSPACE collective as one of the recipients of their Pride Volunteer Event last month! Your amazing team purchased and assembled over 750 art kits for us to provide to LGBTQ+ youth, helping them express their creativity and shine. We are so grateful for your support and dedication! #ThankYou #Optum #QUEERSPACE #Pride2024 #LGBTQYouth #CreativityMatters

Happy Non-Binary Awareness Week! This week, we celebrate and uplift the non-binary community, especially our youth, recognizing and uplifting their spectrums of gender creativity and authenticity, and reminding us that gender is a vibrant and diverse tapestry, not confined to binary definitions. To all non-binary folks: You are seen, valued, and loved. Your unique expressions of identity enrich our world and pave the way for a more inclusive future. Keep shining brightly! #NonBinaryAwarenessWeek #CelebrateDiversity #LiveAuthentic #GenderSpectrum #Pride

Thanks WCCO | CBS News Minnesota for hosting us again and helping to amplify our work. Hope to see y'all at the block party on June, 27th!

Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day, symbolizes the liberation of enslaved African Americans on June 19, 1865, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation. This day is a celebration of resilience, freedom, and a reminder of the continuous struggle for equality and justice. As we honor this day, it's crucial to recognize and celebrate the intersection of Black and LGBTQ+ communities. Both continue to face systemic oppression, discrimination, and violence. The liberation of one group cannot be fully realized without the liberation of all. The struggles at the intersection of racism, homophobia, and transphobia highlight the importance of understanding how various forms of discrimination overlap and impact people's lives. Together, we can continue to push for a society where freedom, equality, and love are not just ideals, but realities for everyone. #Juneteenth #PrideMonth #BlackLGBTQ #FreedomDay #Intersectionality #EqualityForAll

Please join us in welcoming Jess Pierce (she/her) to the QUEERSPACE collective team as a Program Advisor! Jess is partnering with QUEERSPACE to share her wealth of youth services knowledge and expertise as we prepare to launch our 2SLGBTQIA+ Youth Center this fall. Jess is a visionary advisor and Founder of Zwazo Tech. With over 20 years as an artist and youth worker, Jess brings a unique blend of creativity and strategy to leadership consulting. Passionate about fostering talent and advocating for inclusivity, she helps CEOs and teams reach their fullest potential. Welcome to the team, Jess!

Missed our town hall on May 29? No worries! You can catch up on all the updates and insights from our Executive Director and Board Chair by watching the recording on our YouTube channel. Check it out here: https://lnkd.in/gpJAXac9 #TownHall #LGBTQYouth #CommunityUpdates #StrategicPlan

We're hiring! QUEERSPACE collective is looking for an experienced individual to join our team as Communications Manager. If you're dedicated to creating safe and empowering spaces for LGBTQ+ youth, we want to hear from you! Applications due by July 15. Apply early—interviews are scheduled on a rolling basis. Visit https://lnkd.in/g4zc7nhP for full descriptions and application instructions. Let's work together to make a difference!

Since last January, Myrtle has played a pivotal role as our Communications Manager, refreshing our brand and strengthening our digital presence. We wish Myrtle all the best as he embarks on his next journey. His work has made a lasting impact on QUEERSPACE, and we are confident that he will continue to achieve great things wherever he goes next! Thank you, Myrtle! ✨

PRIDE! PRIDE! PRIDE! PRIDE! As we kick off this vibrant month of celebration, love, and unity, we want to take a moment to honor and uplift every member of our incredible queer community. From our trailblazing elders who fought for our rights, to the bold and beautiful youth leading the charge today, we see you, we celebrate you, and we stand with you. 🏳️🌈❤️ We have a lot happening this month at QUEERSPACE! From block parties, to game nights, to food and beverage partners, there are plenty of ways to support LGBTQ+ youth this June. Visit https://lnkd.in/gymMkAzf to learn more! 🌈✨

Hope to see y'all at our first Town Hall tomorrow! We're excited to share a bit about our last 3 years and our exciting new initiatives to support LGBTQIA+ youth! You can sign up for free in the link below.