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Looking for updates about our programs, services, announcements, and news? This is our official OUTMemphis blog which we keep up to date with all of the information you need to know about the work we’re doing here in Memphis.

OUTMemphis Closing Early (5/16)

OUTMemphis Closing Early (5/16)

 On Thursday, May 16th, OUTMemphis will be closing at 6:00p. The building will be shut down at that time in honor of our birthday.  We encourage all community members to join us at Wiseacre Brewing Company that evening, May 16th, at 6:00p for...

Weekly What’s Happening (5/13-5/20)

Weekly What’s Happening (5/13-5/20)

  Here is a breakdown of what’s happening at the center this week. If you’d like to stay current on the goings-on at OUTMemphis, sign up for our Weekly What’s Happening Newsletter and check out our Calendars for a schedule of upcoming events. MONDAY 5/13 We Care Calls...

Celebrating All-Star Interns

Celebrating All-Star Interns

As the semester for University of Memphis comes to a close, OUTMemphis would like to send a special thank out to two very important people. For the past four months, we have been lucky enough to have two amazing interns at the Center. Katie and...

Dispatch from TEP (4/29)

Dispatch from TEP (4/29)

  From Tennessee Equality Project: "April 29 and 30 are critical days for discriminatory bills as they head to the floor of the Senate and House. Efforts to stop the bills by state, local, and national organizations continue, but we may be...

True Colors Day 2019 (4/24)

True Colors Day 2019 (4/24)

  April 24th, 2019, is True Colors Day to bring visibility and awareness to the issue of LGBTQ Youth Homelessness.   According to True Colors United, Tennessee ranks 48 out of 100 for their metrics regarding LGBTQ youth homelessness. Click below to...

Dispatch from TEP (4/29)

Dispatch from TEP (4/22)

  From Tennessee Equality Project: The state legislative session is winding to a close and we have a little good news to report.   The Business License to Discriminate bill was deferred this week until the 2020 session. TEP Shelby County...

Weekly What’s Happening (5/6-5/13)

Weekly What’s Happening (5/6-5/13)

  Here is a breakdown of what’s happening at the center this week. If you’d like to stay current on the goings-on at OUTMemphis, sign up for our Weekly What’s Happening Newsletter and check out our Calendars for a schedule of upcoming events. MONDAY 5/6 HIV Testing...

In Remembrance: Karen Silverstein

In Remembrance: Karen Silverstein

  OUTMemphis Remembers Karen Silverstein Karen Silverstein was a long-time member of the Memphis LGBTQ community, and was involved in several organizations and groups to that effect.From her obituary:"Karen Jean Helms Silverstein passed away on...