Application Period: OUT Maine Scholarship Spring 2023

The OUT Maine Scholarship Fund provides renewable support for Maine LGBTQ+ youth pursuing post-secondary education at an accredited, not-for-profit, non-sectarian college, university, or technical/vocational college in the United States. Applicants must demonstrate a financial need. Learn more and apply

Recurring

Queeries/Queer Futures

Zoom ME

Ages 14-22 FREE! Join Queeries/Queer Futures and build an affirming community while playing games, doing projects, and engaging in discussions that explore gender and queer identity! This is a space where we WANT to engage with topics like pronouns at school, clothing choices, and the process of coming out. This group is about YOU so […]

Free
Recurring

Fruit Loops

Zoom ME

Ages 9-13 Youth hang out, enjoy workshops, play games, and connect with LGBTQ+ peers! Even if you can’t commit to coming weekly, or don’t know if this is your jam, come try it out- it’s only an hour! Register

Free

Building Welcoming and Inclusive Programs for LGBTQ+ Youth

Viles Arboretum 153 Hospital Rd, Augusta, ME

This intensive training is designed for anyone who works with youth. Participants will gain an understanding of LGBTQ+ terminology and issues, risk and protective factors, and current laws and rights. We will discuss best practices regarding pronoun usage, inclusive forms, and how to build welcoming, safe, and inclusive environments for LGBTQ+ youth. Register Download the […]

$75

Best Practices for Working with LGBTQ+ Youth & Families For Mental Health Providers & Other Direct Support Professionals

Viles Arboretum 153 Hospital Rd, Augusta, ME

This day-long training is for mental health providers, case managers, residential workers, school nurses, social workers, and any professional providing direct support for youth. This training is broken into four sections – an introduction of terminology, risk and protective factors, laws and rights, and an overview of best practices, followed by extensive sections focusing on […]

$150

Recurring

Queeries/Queer Futures

Zoom ME

Ages 14-22 FREE! Join Queeries/Queer Futures and build an affirming community while playing games, doing projects, and engaging in discussions that explore gender and queer identity! This is a space where we WANT to engage with topics like pronouns at school, clothing choices, and the process of coming out. This group is about YOU so […]

Free
Recurring

Fruit Loops

Zoom ME

Ages 9-13 Youth hang out, enjoy workshops, play games, and connect with LGBTQ+ peers! Even if you can’t commit to coming weekly, or don’t know if this is your jam, come try it out- it’s only an hour! Register

Free
Recurring

School Support Circle

Zoom ME

The School Support Circle is an opportunity for any school staff to find support, brainstorm new ideas, problem solve, & connect with OUT Maine and each other. Feel free to join each month or just once. Note: this is a collaborative space, not an OUT Maine training. Register

Recurring

Parent & Family Night

Zoom ME

Every first Thursday. For anyone parenting or caring for youth with a diverse sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression or who are LGBTQ+ parents themselves. To receive the Zoom invitation, please RSVP by clicking the button below. Please email education@outmaine.org or call 800-530-6997 with questions. RSVP

Free
Recurring

Queeries/Queer Futures

Zoom ME

Ages 14-22 FREE! Join Queeries/Queer Futures and build an affirming community while playing games, doing projects, and engaging in discussions that explore gender and queer identity! This is a space where we WANT to engage with topics like pronouns at school, clothing choices, and the process of coming out. This group is about YOU so […]

Free