Wednesday, May 13 - 6-8 PM @ QUEERSPACE Youth Center, 702 W Franklin Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55403

via QUEERSPACE collective:

Join us for a conversation this Mental Health Awareness Month about supporting the wellbeing of Queer and Trans youth.

From political attacks and hostile rhetoric to social isolation and unaffirming environments, Queer and Trans young people are navigating multiple, compounding pressures that impact their sense of safety, belonging, and identity.

This community conversation will explore the forces shaping Queer and Trans youth mental health today—and what it looks like to show up for young people in this moment. Together, we will focus on how parents, caregivers, and allies can create spaces of connection, affirmation, and care so that Queer and Trans youth are not just getting by, but are supported in living healthy, full, and thriving lives.

See the panel details and register on QUEERSPACE collective's Eventbrite page.

RECLAIM is starting a new weekly social group called Reclaiming Connection! for queer & trans young adults ages 18-25.

Meetup dates: Tuesdays from 2-4 PM on June 2, 9, 16, and 23 @ RECLAIM

Join us for games, creative expression, group discussions, and more. This is an affirming space to meet with other queer and trans folx to build community and connection. We welcome all of who you are and are excited to see you! No cost to participate. Facilitated by Tania Soto.

Download the flyer [PDF]

RECLAIM invites queer & trans artists 12-25 to apply to participate in The QT Art Auction on the evening of Saturday, June 20.

The QT Art Auction is an opportunity for young queer and trans artists to sell their artwork at Orchestra Hall before the MN Orchestra’s Pride concert, with over a thousand guests in attendance. Selected artists will be paid a stipend ($50-100), receive all proceeds of their art sales, and receive two tickets to watch the concert. RECLAIM staff will facilitate all aspects of auction promotion, management, and payment.

Our priority deadline for applications is Tuesday, June 2, 10:00 a.m. Applicants should review all details on our website at www.reclaim.care/QTAA.

Download the flyer [PDF]

RECLAIM seeks partnerships with businesses, organizations, employee resource groups, artists, and more who wish to support queer & trans youth for Pride Month in June. Examples of previous partnerships:

Now is the time to start thinking about how you'd like to partner with RECLAIM for Pride Month! Reach out to our team at development@reclaim.care to get started, or visit our website for resources to jumpstart your initiative.