Here are some helpful resources in our community: One of our safe/brave space rules is “sober up before you show up.” We are committed to preparing young LGBTQIA2+ people with healthy coping skills to prevent drug, alcohol, and tobacco use and abuse, while also connecting youth with resources for curbing risky substance use.
Inside Out is a tobacco- and vape-free organization, as well as a drug/alcohol sober space. United Court of the Pikes Peak Empire, the oldest LGBTQ organization in Southern Colorado, conducts charitable and public service projects and events to benefit legitimate charities, and provides social and charitable activities for the benefit of the gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender community.
Keep Colorado Springs Queer organizes a monthly Queer Open Mic night of poetry, art, music, and creative goodness The LGBT Resource Center MOSAIC is based at UCCS What to do in the meantime? There are some links below that we think are great starting points for young adults wishing to stay active and connected in Colorado Springs’ LGBTQIA2+ community. You will be able to apply as a volunteer facilitator once you are 25 years old AND have been out of IOYS programs for at least a year. Once you turn 25 if you want to stay involved with Inside Out, you are encouraged to pursue an internship, which can also be great preparation for a job, or a great project for academic credit, and a valuable resource if you are applying for scholarships.
As you mature into an amazing young adult, you will age out of Inside Out’s youth focus.