The Safe Spaces programming offered at 18 Degrees aims to increase resilience, offer emotional and social support, and promote social connectedness. Our programming is designed to build a sense of belonging, encourage and foster social connection, strengthen self-esteem and self-confidence, increase safety through education awareness and risk reduction, and build youth leadership. The Safe Spaces programming provides a safe, inclusive, equitable, accessible, and healthy space for youth and young adults, to live out loud and be their authentic selves.
Programs Include:
Live Out Loud Middle School:
Meets weekly, A safe, supportive space for LGBTQ+ youth 11-14 to get together and express their authentic selves while having fun!
Live Out Loud High School:
Meets weekly, A safe, supportive space for LGBTQ+ youth 14-18 to get together and express their authentic selves while having fun!
Young Adult Affinity Group
Meets weekly, For LGBTQ+ young adults ages 18-30. This group offers a safe and supportive space that centers LGBTQ+ -based conversation, virtual events, and workshops.
Check out the event calendar for a full schedule of events and activities.
For more information about Safe Spaces programming, please contact Christopher Dellea at cdellea@18degreesma.org or 413-448-8281 ext 282
