Celebrating Pride: 7 LGBTQ Resources to Explore in Metro Detroit
June is Pride Month, and it's a great time to learn about some LGBTQ-friendly resources in Metro Detroit. There are community centers that offer support groups, activities, and a safe space for LGBTQ individuals. Organizations in the area provide housing and essential services for LGBTQ youth. Advocacy groups focus on education and fighting for LGBTQ rights. Annual festivals celebrate the LGBTQ community with parades, entertainment, and information booths. Specialized healthcare services are available to address the unique needs of LGBTQ individuals. There are also LGBTQ-friendly social spots where people can gather and have fun. Lastly, business support groups help LGBTQ entrepreneurs thrive. These resources help make Metro Detroit a welcoming place for everyone. Continue reading to learn about 7 LGBTQ-affirming organizations in Detroit!
1. MiGen:
“MiGen provides services, advocacy, fun, and connection to LGBTQ+ folks ages 45+. At MiGen, we believe in vibrant, authentic lives at any age, safe spaces, and connected community.”
LGBTQ Programs Include:
Food box delivery for “low-income LGBTQ+ adults aged 60 and above who are experiencing food insecurity in Wayne, Oakland, Washtenaw, and Macomb Counties.”
Tech Buddy program provides technical support to help with web services such as “paying bills, sending money, finding an internet provider, using email, zoom, social media platforms.”
Community Navigation & Support that can “help seniors access community assistance programs, transportation, housing and more”
Support groups- MiGen has various support groups, both in-person and virtual, that are free for both individuals identifying as LGBTQ and caregivers.
2. Macomb County Pride:
Macomb County Pride has a mission to create a supportive environment for the LGBTQ+ community and to be a resource in Macomb County.
Get Involved:
Attend the Macomb County Pride Festival on Saturday, August 17th, 2024 from 12:00pm – 6:00pm! Located on Main Street, Downtown Mount Clemens. It’s FREE and open to the public!
Volunteer opportunities with Macomb County Pride
Apply to be on the board of directors
3. LGBT Detroit
LGBT is a Michigan based 501c(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to activate, amplify, and sustain LGBT+ culture, education, advocacy, and human rights.
LGBTQ Programs and Events Include:
Healing and Support - “free referrals for victims of crime, in-house therapy, faith based support, health care, housing and psycho-social support.”
The B.Slade Experience The Heart And Soul Concert Sunday, July 28- Purchase Tickets Here
4. Equality Michigan
“QMI is Michigan’s statewide lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ+) political advocacy organization. This site’s primary goal is to connect victims of individual incidents of bias, discrimination, harassment, and violence, including intimate partner violence, to the support, referral, and navigational services they need to achieve justice.”
Resources Include:
One-on-one support from an advocate
Request a training for your organization
Local, state, national, and veterans resource guide
5. Detroit Regional LGBT Chamber of Commerce
“The Detroit Regional LGBT Chamber of Commerce’s mission is to provide access and value to a network of diverse small business members and corporate partners by creating a business-friendly climate, activating the region with development opportunities, and increasing LGBTQ-certified businesses throughout the state of Michigan.”
Resources Include:
Check out their directory of Metro-Detroit LGBTQ Small Businesses!
LGBTBE Certification
Job Board
6. Pride Source
“PrideSource.com is published by Pride Source Media Group, LLC. based in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Established in 1995, PSMG produces the award-winning biweekly LGBTQ+ print publication, Between The Lines and the Michigan Pride Source Yellow Pages. The content for both appears in a fully searchable format on this website.”
Features Include:
Entertainment
Michigan News
National News
Marketplace Directory
7. Affirmations
“Affirmations LGBTQ+ community center has been the hub for southeast Michigan LGBTQ+ communities and its allies for the last 30 years. We provide a welcoming space where people of all sexual orientations, gender identities & expressions, and cultures can learn, grow, socialize and access the vital support they need!”
LGBTQ Offerings Include:
Advovacy
Behavioral Health Programs
Vaccines/Testing Services
Tobacco Cessation
Name/Gender Marker Change Clinics
Support and Discussion Groups
Youth Programs
Start LGBTQ Therapy in Detroit, Michigan
In addition to these amazing resources, Embodied Wellness, PLLC provides online LGBT therapy. If you are a member of the LGBTQ community (or questioning if you are!) and struggle with trauma, panic attacks, depression, anxiety, grief, or stress, we are here to help! Our therapists are gender-affirming and aim to provide a safe environment for all. To start LGBTQ therapy at Embodied Wellness, PLLC follow these steps:
Be matched with one of our gender affirming therapists.
Feel better, faster!
Other Online Counseling Services in Michigan
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About the Author:
Sarah Rollins, LMSW, SEP is the founder of Embodied Wellness, PLLC, a group therapy practice providing online therapy in Michigan. She is passionate about expanding awareness of somatic therapy as a way to treat and heal trauma. She incorporates other holistic treatments into her practice including EMDR and IFS.