LGBTQ
Events
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Transgender Day of Visibility 2023 Flag Raising Event Toolkit
North Apron at Philadelphia City Hall 1401JFK Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesOn Friday, March 31st @ noon, the Office of LGBT Affairs will host a Flag Raising Event honoring Transgender Day of Visibility at the City Hall North Apron Flag Poles. In addition to raising the Transgender Pride flag; this year’s program will include speakers from across Philadelphia’s LGBTQ+ community sharing the many ways they’re making an impact in our city. Speakers will remind our attendees what’s at stake as the trans community faces increasing attacks on our trans young people, trans athletes, and trans communities across the country. We’ll share [...]
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Mazzoni Center @ Pride Festival
Gayborhood 12th and Locust Street, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesMazzoni Center will be tabling throughout the Philadelphia Pride Festival. Therapist's from Mazzoni Center's Behavioral Health Department will be conducting free mental health screenings, discussing services offered at Mazzoni Center, and helping folks get connected to resources. Mental Health screenings will be offered from 11:00am - 4:00pm.
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Cured Documentary
Community College of Philadelphia, Winnet Student Life Building, 502 N. 17th Street, Philadelphia, United StatesDESCRIBED AS “FASCINATING” (HOLLYWOOD REPORTER), “RIVETING” (THE QUEER REVIEW), AND “ONE OF THE BEST DOCUMENTARIES OFTHIS OR ANY YEAR” (BRITISH FILM INSTITUTE)— AND NOMINATED FOR AN EMMY AWARD —CURED TAKES VIEWERS INSIDE THE DAVID—VERSUS—GOLIATH BATTLE THAT LED THE AMERICAN PSYCHIATRIC ASSOCIATION TO REMOVE THE DIAGNOSIS OF HOMOSEXUALITY FROM ITS MANUAL OF MENTAL ILLNESSES IN 1973.
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2024 Autism Fathers Conference
ASPIRA Educational Campus 6301 N. 2nd Street, Philadelphia, United StatesThe 2024 Autism Fathers Conference is an engaging safe space where all fathers of children with autism are welcome to recognize, acknowledge, and empower one another. Join us as we exchange personal stories, expert insights, support resources, and more. Those who identify as other than male caregivers, are welcomed, as we have a safe space for you as well.
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Take Back the Night
First Unitarian Church 2125 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, United StatesThis event raises awareness and provides community support around sexual, domestic, and interpersonal violence. The event begins at 6pm with a march (from 36th and Chestnut) to the First Unitarian church. Once there, there is a street action to increase education around the cause and the importance of consent. After this there is an open speak out session where survivors and supporters are able to break the silence that often follows these experiences. This is an incredibly powerful event, and all survivors and supporter are welcome to attend. Wedge will [...]
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Formación en narración de cuentos bilingües de Ur Storytellers
Philadelphia Recovery Center 1701 W. Lehigh Ave, Philadelphia, United StatesStorytelling es una capacitación facilitada por UrStorytellers en colaboración con el Departamento de Salud Conductual y Servicios para Discapacidad Intelectual (DBHIDS) de la Ciudad. Esta capacitación es una de las muchas que están aprobadas como requisito previo obligatorio para los solicitantes que desean alcanzar el objetivo de convertirse en un Especialista Certificado en Pares. Nuestro objetivo es informar a las comunidades religiosas y de recuperación sobre cómo compartir sus historias y la importancia de compartirlas en entornos comunitarios. Esta capacitación tendrá una duración de 4 horas, se impartirá en formato [...]
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National LGBTQ House & Ballroom Conference
Philadelphia Ethical Society 1906 Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, United StatesThis is a FREE event to the public. We will be doing panel discussions on drug abuse, violence and discrimination towards LGBTQI people. Trans youth issues, homelessness, education, etc. This event aims to network, educate, and provide health, mental illness, and HIV prevention information to the events attendees. Comhar will support this event providing free and confidential Behavioral Health screening and resources for well being.
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Ur Storytellers Storytelling Training
Zion Baptist Church 3600 N Broad Street, Philadelphia, United StatesStorytelling is a training facilitated by Ur Storytellers in collaboration with the City Department of Behavioral Health and Intellectual Disability Services (DBHIDS). This training is one of many that are approved as a required prerequisite for applicants who want to pursue the goal of becoming a Certified Peer Specialist. Our goal is to inform the recovery and faith-based communities on how to share their stories and in addition to the importance of sharing them in community settings. This training will be 4 hrs. in length, delivered in a PowerPoint format, [...]
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Take Back the Night
First Unitarian Church 2125 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, United StatesThis event raises awareness and provides community support around sexual, domestic, and interpersonal violence. The event begins at 5:30pm with a march (from 36th and Chestnut) to the First Unitarian church. Once there, there will be a myth busting street action, candlelight vigil, storytelling, performances, networking and resource tables, food and refreshments. This is an incredibly powerful event, and all survivors and supporter are welcome to attend. Wedge will be providing Behavioral Health screenings
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PCCI Virtual Job Fair
Job seekers will have the opportunity to hear from employers and formally interview. A portion of the job fair will be dedicated to questions, resume submission, interviews, and scheduling of future interviews. This will facilitate access to employment without the barriers that can sometimes exist in the traditional process.
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Delco Pride Parade
The parade will feature a procession of participants, community groups, non-profits, and performers, showcasing a wide range of identities and sexualities. You can expect to see rainbow flags, costumes, banners, music, performers, and dance, as well as informational materials and advocacy efforts from various LGBTQQIA+ organizations and allies across our region. Join us and hundreds of other community members as we celebrate and stand up for our community!
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Pride Month Life Drawing Session
William Way LGBT Community Center 1315 Spruce St, Philadelphia, United StatesAn afternoon of art and community with Philly Queer Life Drawing! All skill levels are welcome.
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WELL.YES LGBT+ Student Symposium: Stigma to Strength
The Rotunda 4014 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesThe WELL.YES LGBT+ Student Symposium: Stigma to Strength is a transformative, one-day event designed to empower Black and Brown LGBTQIA+ youth aged 15-24. Developed by the WELL.YES Philadelphia Taskforce Community Advisory Board (CAB) in collaboration with community partners, this symposium aims to elevate young adult voices while directly addressing the stigma and health disparities disproportionately affecting LGBTQIA+ communities.
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Bucks-Mont Pride Festival
Abington Art Center 515 Meetinghouse Rd, Jenkintown, PA, United StatesThe Welcome Project PA is proud to host the fifth annual Bucks-Mont PRIDE Festival at the beautiful Abington Art Center! Enjoy live music, food, community resources, family-friendly activities, and more at this free, indoor/outdoor event! June 29, 2025 12pm-5pm
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COMHAR’s Community Wellness Block Party
COMHAR 100 W. Lehigh Avenue, Philadelphia, United StatesIn honor of COMHAR's 50th Anniversary, COMHAR will be hosting a community block party to honor the people we serve. Wellness activities, children's activities, entertainment, community resources, healthy snacks will all be available.
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LGBTQIA+ Youth of Color Listening Session
Mazzoni Center 1348 Bainbridge Street, Philadelphia, United StatesDBHIDS Community Based Initiatives team is proud to host an upcoming LGBTQIA+ Youth of Color listening session in partnership with the Mazzoni Center. This session aims to better understand the unique needs of LGBTQIA+ youth of color in Philadelphia, foster meaningful connections, and increase access to services. This session is for children and youth ages 14 to 24, and will create a brave space for youth to share their lived experiences, challenges, and aspirations, particularly around mental and behavioral health. This dialogue will help DBHIDS identify barriers and bridges to [...]
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