HEALTH CARE
The following services are available to Maine providers. Request any of these services by filling out our request form. You may also contact us by phone or email: info@outmaine.org , 800-530-6997.
LGBTQ+ Friendly Practices
Creating welcoming and affirming spaces is not all that difficult and the positive impact it will have on LGBTQ+ identified youth is significant.
Policies and Procedures
Welcoming and affirming spaces are not just for LGBTQ+ youth, you also want to have an LGBTQ+ friendly workspace and practice for your employees and adult patients.
Making your practice more LGBTQ+ friendly can help you create a more LGBTQ+ friendly practice and outlines general best practices for policies and procedures.
Best practices for LGBTQ+ inclusive youth programming, was developed for youth organizations but outlines best practices that can be applied to any organization.
Consultations
Do you have questions about supporting LGBTQ+ youth or a specific situation that you would like to discuss? Contact us at 800-530-6997 or email info@outmaine.org.
Professional Development
Request training to give your staff the education and tools to create welcoming and affirming environment for LGBTQ+ youth.
Attend a regional training to gain knowledge about supporting LGBTQ+ youth and learn best practices for working with LGBTQ+ youth and families (see below).
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Free virtual after-school games and programs.
Weekend and overnight retreats.
Educational and leadership opportunities for LGBTQ+ and allied youth.
An alternative for those who are not able to attend a staff training.
Workshops are scheduled throughout the year in different locations throughout Maine.
Enrollment is open to everyone.