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LGBTQ2SIA+ Resource Guide

LGBTQ2SIA+ Resource Guide
NW Kids

by Erin Beery

June is Pride Month and Portland is full of resources for LGBTQ2SIA+ families. Check out our list below.

All Families Surrogacy

Surrogacy services, founded by a member of the LGBT community.

Brave Space

Creating community and facilitating access to expert providers and advocacy for transgender and non-binary children, youth, adults, and their families.

Bridging Voices

A youth chorus for gay, straight and questioning youth, ages 13-21.

GLSEN Oregon

Advocacy, tools, connection, and support for LGBTQ issues in K-12 education.

New Avenues for Youth

Resources include: 24/7 support services for youth ages 9-17. Art, music, virtual support groups and individual check ins, clothing closet, food pantry, pregnancy & parenting support.

PFLAG Portland

Uniting the LGBTQ community with families, friends, and allies.

The Q Center

The largest LGBTQ community center in the Pacific Northwest.

Transgender Services Clinic at Legacy Health

Affirming health care for transgender and gender- diverse youth.

TransActive Gender Project at Lewis & Clark

Services and expertise to empower transgender and gender expansive children, youth, and families.

Transgender Health Program OHSU

Affirming health care for transgender and gender- nonconforming communities.

Interested in queering up your family’s experience? Here are some easy tips!

  • The University of Portland is proud to announce its second annual community- wide race, the Pilot Pride 5k! Join in running, jogging, or walking a 5K on UP’scampus on June 29th.Entry fee includes a free Nike T-Shirt and a full breakfast after the race. Kids 18 and under: $20, Adults: $40
  • Join the Portland Gay Men’s Chorus at The Schnitz for Disney Pride in Concert! Disney’s beloved catalog of songs has been reimagined in this amazing new show: Disney PRIDE In Concert, a musical celebration of LGBTQ life, love, family, and perseverance. June 24-25, 
  • Head to Beaverton City Park on June 25th from 11am-6pm for the 6th annual Pride Beaverton 2023! The parade will begin at 11am. 
  • Get your skate on with Gay Skate at Oaks Park on the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month (excluding some holidays) from 7-9:30pm! 
  • Browse Powell’s City of Books for an LGBTQ-themed scavenger hunt. Some family-friendly favorites: Julian is a Mermaid, A Family is a Family is a Family and This is our Rainbow.