by Kab Browley | Dec 17, 2021 | News, Press, Youth Services
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...
by OUTMemphis | Nov 8, 2021 | News, Press
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...
by OUTMemphis | Nov 2, 2021 | News, Press, Sexual Health
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...
by OUTMemphis | Sep 27, 2021 | Covid-19, News, Press
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...
by Molly Quinn | Jun 22, 2021 | News, Press
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,...
by OUTMemphis | May 27, 2021 | News, Press
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...
