Student Resources
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LGBTQIA+ and Allied students in Saint Paul Public Schools have access to a wide variety of safe and supportive groups, programs, and events.
In this section:
- Student Support Group
- Gender and Sexuality Alliance (GSA) Clubs
- Queer & Trans Indigenous Students & Students of Color (QTISSOC)
- Annual Events
- Ongoing Community Programs
School Support GroupSupport group is a network of peer support for LGBTQ+ youth facilitated by a social worker or counselor at a school. Groups can be open or closed. Youth have the ability to provide and receive advice from their peers or just socialize. If you are interested in joining one, please reach out to a counselor or social worker at your school.Gender and Sexuality Alliance (GSA) ClubsGSA is an extracurricular club for students to build support systems, socialize with other youth, organize educational programs to raise awareness, and promote inclusive school environments. If you want to get involved at your school, reach out to the main contact at your site. Click here for the list of GSAs. If your school doesn't have a GSA, contact us or talk to your school counselor to find out more about getting one started at your school!
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Annual Events hosted by or in partnership with Out for EquityQ-QuestMN School Outreach Coalition (MNSOC)Q-Quest is a two-day event for LGBTQIA+ and Allied youth to enjoy workshops, entertainment, discussion, and networking with hundreds of other LGBTQIA+ youth from all over Minnesota. The first day of Q-Quest is our middle school track, which serves over 300 6-8th grade students! The second day of Q-Quest is our high school track, which serves over 400 9-12th grade students!Stay updated by following MNSOC on Facebook!GSA Leadership RetreatSPPS Out for EquityThis is an opportunity for middle school and high school GSA students from Saint Paul Public Schools' to build their leadership skills and network with other students committed to GSA leadership.Youth SummitYouth Summit is a day-long event that brings hundreds of LGBTQ youth and allies leadership development, networking, and the chance to speak directly with legislators about issues that matter. Participants also get to hear from community leaders, enjoy entertainment, and attend workshops, which focuses on gender, art, mental health, intersections of identity, environmental justice, healthy relationships, and more!
OutFront MNQueer Youth PromMN School Outreach Coalition (MNSOC)Queer Youth Prom (QYP) is a free evening event dedicated to making prom a special, safe, and affirming space for LGBTQIA+ high school students. There's always dancing, snacks, activities, professional photography, and so much more!Rainbow DanceSPPS Out for EquityThe Rainbow Dance is an afternoon event for Saint Paul Public Schools' middle school GSA members and their friends! It's a fun time for dancing, socializing, and eating yummy food!
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Ongoing Programs hosted by Community OrganizationsLGBTQ+ Youth Library Hangout SpaceMondays-Thursdays, 3:00-6:00 PMOutFront Minnesota38th Street, Suite 207Minneapolis, MN 55409So What If I Am? Support Group for LGBTQI+ youthTuesdays, 4:30-6:00 PMThe Bridge for Youth1111 West 22nd StreetMinneapolis, MN 55405Community ConversationsWednesdays, 4:00-6:00 PMHosted by MN Q YouthQuatrefoil Library1220 East Lake StreetMinneapolis, MN 55407For info: EmailGLBTQ Support GroupThursdays, 6:00-7:30 PMFace to Face308 Prince StreetSaint Paul, MN 55101For info: 651.387.2927Gender Exploration Support GroupThursdays, 6:15-8:15 PMReclaim771 Raymond AvenueSaint Paul, MN 55114Out GroupFridays, 3:30-4:30 PMYouthLink41 North 12th StreetMinneapolis, MN 55403LGBTQA Youth Community & Social GatheringFirst Saturdays, 6:00-9:00 PMHosted by The Family PartnershipSalem Lutheran Church610 West 28th StreetMinneapolis, MN 55408Peer-led Support Groups for Families of & for Trans YouthSecond Saturdays, 1:00-3:00 PMTransforming FamiliesCall for locationFor info: 612.321.8416 | EmailLittle Rainbows: Gender fabulous folks 12 & underSundays, 10:30-12:00 PMHosted by MN Transgender Health CoalitionThe Exchange3405 Chicago Avenue SouthMinneapolis, MN 55407Gender Jam: Trans Teens Safe SpaceSundays, 12:30-3:00 PMHosted by MN Transgender Health CoalitionThe Exchange (1st, 2nd, & 3rd Sunday)3405 Chicago Avenue SouthMinneapolis, MN 55407Dreamers Vault Games (4th Sunday)4701 Hiawatha AvenueMinneapolis, MN 55406Peer Support for LGBTQIA Youth Aged 16-20First and Third Sundays, 2:00-3:00 PMHosted by NAMI MinnesotaSpringhouse Ministry Center610 West 28th Street, Micah RoomMinneapolis, MN 55408For info: 651.645.2948 | Website
