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 our event calendar for our full schedule of events and activities.
For more information about our Safe Spaces programming, please contact Christopher Dellea at cdellea@18degreesma.org or 413-448-8281 ext 282
