LGBT+ Latinos
Summary: We are LGBT+ Latinos of Florida, a statewide social and support organization (organización estatal de apoyo y comunidad) committed to uplifting and empowering the LGBT+ Latino community across Florida. This regional Facebook group (grupo regional de Facebook) connects individuals and organizations within Central West Florida, fostering visibility, inclusion, and unity.
Nuestra Visión | Our Vision
"Creemos en una sociedad vibrante e inclusiva donde la comunidad LGBT+ Latina de Florida prospere, impulsada por conexiones sólidas, orgullo cultural y apoyo inquebrantable. Visualizamos un futuro donde cada capítulo metropolitano colabore sin problemas con organizaciones afines, promoviendo un frente unido que defienda la igualdad, la educación y la defensa de derechos para todos."
Additional Information: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lgbtlatinostampa/
Categories: BIPOC
The Found Family Collective
Summary: The Found Family Collective exists to enhance the social fabric of the local queer and trans community by engaging in intergenerational programs and events that promote dignity, joy, and connectedness through an anti-oppressive lens. According to their Instagram profile, they are working towards building a more resilient, self-determined queer and trans community in Tampa Bay, FL and working to ensure that #queerfutures become realities. Through their LinkTree, they have links to resources individuals can access, including therapy and Trans resources, links to media appearances, and join their mailing list for the latest updates.
Additional Information: In addition to socials such as Facebook and Instagram, there is also a burgeoning Discord Group that users can join to discuss in-person events and online events.
Queer Expression
Summary: Per their website, Queer Expression (QE) is a grassroots volunteer collective providing multigenerational community spaces for Queer and Trans folks since 2022.QE serves as a vessel for Queer/Trans folks to both build and share resources by developing programming that introduces community to the restorative effects of contemplative practices. The Nest, QE’s local community center, hosts programming daily for various age groups–with a fully stocked kitchen, a library room including banned books, a maker’s space with free arts supplies, a “calm-down” room, a community garden, a pay-what-you-can washer and dryer, and more. Programming includes: all ages, youth, and 21+, as well as trans- and BIPOC-only events.
Additional Information: In order to foster a safe and secure environment, there is a registration process for folks who wish to visit Queer Expression's community center, The Nest by filling out a google form, linked here.
Categories: Trans-oriented, BIPOC, Family Friendly and Queer Youth, Sober-Friendly