Peer Support - LGBTQIA+

Service Description

This peer meet is for people across the LGBTQIA+ spectrum to connect through shared experiences of identity, belonging, love, family, work, and safety. It’s a space rooted in affirmation, shared understanding, and the freedom to show up fully — without explanation or defence. You’re welcome to participate in the way that feels right for you. Speaking is optional. Listening counts. What to expect These sessions are facilitated by someone with lived experience relevant to the group. They hold the space with care, without directing, diagnosing, or fixing. Each session: is conversational and participant-led values listening as much as speaking begins with shared group norms ends with a short grounding or closing reflection Topics vary each time and are shaped by what participants bring into the room. This is not a therapy group. It is a peer-led space for connection and mutual support. Practical details Format: In-person / Online Frequency: Weekly / Fortnightly / Monthly Duration: 60 minutes Capacity: 12 participants Location: Agatsu Community Centre (if in-person) Peer meets are open groups. New participants are welcome at every session. Registration & attendance You’re welcome to walk in, but we strongly recommend registering in advance. If there is only one registration, the session will be cancelled. Registered participants will be informed by 3:00 pm on the day of the session, or at least one hour before it begins — whichever is earlier. Registering helps ensure the session goes ahead as planned. Boundaries & safety This space is based on shared experience, not advice-giving or fixing. Participation is always voluntary and confidentiality is respected. If someone appears to be at risk of harm to themselves or others, facilitators follow Agatsu’s internal safety protocols.