Press
OUTMemphis has been long and widely recognized by local press and news outlets for our life-changing and affirming work for the Mid-South LGBTQ+ community. Check out OUTMemphis in the press.
Stephanie Reyes, Deputy Director: A reflection of my time at OUTMemphis
I never fully understood the depth of impact that LGBTQ+ centers had on the community until I started working at OUTMemphis. Many of you are familiar with the general services- peer-led support groups, HIV testing, housing, advocacy, trainings, etc. But you may not...
A statement on Briarcrest Christian School’s discriminatory policies
Last week, we were made aware of a new program given by Briarcrest Christian School for parents, instructing parents to condemn their kids for being LGBTQ+. While Briarcrest’s bigotry and harmful culture has long been public, this new curriculum was a saddening...
Join the ADVANCE Study
OUTMemphis is partnering with local research investigators to help reach out to gay and bisexual men who may want to participate in a new research study regarding blood donation eligibility. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) makes blood donor policies that all...
Get Vaccinated: It’s Our Mission and Legacy
OUTMemphis, like much of the Mid-South, is at a crossroads. As many of you know, we have not fully opened our flagship building or in-person group gatherings since the very first shut down in March 2020. Walk-ins and group support at the Youth Emergency Center...
The Youth Emergency Center is open!
The Youth Emergency Center (YEC) will provide wrap-around support for LGBTQ+ young adults ages 16-24 in crisis. LGBTQ+ youth are 120% more likely to experience homelessness than their non-LGBTQ+ peers, according to national studies. Since the COVID-19 pandemic began,...
Tennessee boasts one of the broadest scopes of new anti-LGBTQ+ laws
Over the past month, our community has watched Tennessee put into law unprecedented, comprehensive practices to restrict and humiliate trans individuals. Tennessee now bears a blanket ban of trans youth in school sports; regulatory measures for gender-affirming...
A Statement from OUTMemphis
From Molly Rose Quinn, Executive Director: Like you, I have been watching the unabashed violence against black life by police and those meant to hold them accountable. I have been learning about the killing of Tony McDade, about whom we have seen misgendering reports,...
2020Solidarity Project
OUTMemphis is honored to announce our participation in 2020Solidarity, a fundraiser initiated by renowned artist Wolfgang Tillmans. Across the world organizations are participating in the 2020Solidarity project. This fundraiser supports non-profits, cultural spaces,...
Exciting Announcement for OUTMemphis
OUTMemphis is proud to announce we are the recipient of a grant from the Kresge Foundation as part of Kresge Innovative Projects: Memphis (KIP:M), a program that awarded grants totaling $2 million to 20 community organizations throughout Memphis to support...
Historic Marker Unveiling Commemorates First Public Drag Pageant in Memphis
This October 31 will mark the 50th anniversary of a (then) controversial public drag show, the first in Memphis. This Thursday, Memphis will be signifying this in commemoration by placing a historical land marker at the Evergreen Theatre where the original...