FIND YOUR TRIBE

General LGBTQ+ Meetup & Social Platforms

1. Meetup.com

   • Website: www.meetup.com

   • Search for LGBTQ+ groups in your area for social events, hobby clubs, and networking.

2. Lex (Text-Based Social App)

   • Website: www.lex.app

   • Originally a queer personal ads app, now used for friendships, events, and community building.

3. Taimi (Social Networking & Dating)

   • Website: www.taimi.com

   • LGBTQ+ social app for friendships, dating, and events.

4. Bumble BFF (Friendship Mode)

   • Website: www.bumble.com

   • Use the BFF mode to connect with LGBTQ+ people looking for friends.

5. Discord LGBTQ+ Servers

   • Many LGBTQ+ Discord communities exist for gaming, support, and socializing.

   • Find servers via: disboard.org (search "LGBTQ").

Mentorship & Support Programs

6. Big Brothers Big Sisters LGBTQ+ Mentoring

   • Website: www.bbbs.org/programs/lgbtq

   • Connects LGBTQ+ youth with affirming mentors.

7. Out & Equal Mentorship Program (Workplace Focus)

   • Website: outandequal.org

   • Helps LGBTQ+ professionals find career mentors.

8. Queer Women in Business (QWIB) Mentorship

   • Website: www.queerwomeninbusiness.com

   • Connects queer women and nonbinary professionals.

9. Point Foundation (Scholarships & Mentoring for LGBTQ+ Students)

   • Website: www.pointfoundation.org

   • Provides scholarships and mentorship for LGBTQ+ college students.

10. Pride in STEM Mentorship

    • Website: prideinstem.org

    • Connects LGBTQ+ people in science, tech, engineering, and math.

Regional & Local LGBTQ+ Groups

11. CenterLink (Find an LGBTQ+ Community Center Near You)

    • Website: www.lgbtcenters.org

    • Lists 200+ LGBTQ+ community centers worldwide that host events.

12. PFLAG Chapters

    • Website: www.pflag.org/find-a-chapter

    • Support groups for LGBTQ+ individuals and families.

13. GayCities / Queer Events

    • Website: www.gaycities.com

    • Find LGBTQ+ bars, events, and social gatherings in major cities.

14. Facebook Groups

    • Search for “[Your City] LGBTQ+ Meetup” or “[Your Identity] Support Group” (e.g., "Trans Femmes of NYC").

15. Eventbrite (LGBTQ+ Events)

    • Website: www.eventbrite.com

    • Search for queer social mixers, workshops, and networking events.

For Queer Youth & Students

16. GLSEN (Gay, Lesbian & Straight Education Network)

    • Website: www.glsen.org

    • Connects LGBTQ+ students with GSAs (Gay-Straight Alliances) in schools.

17. Campus Pride (College LGBTQ+ Groups)

    • Website: www.campuspride.org

    • Find LGBTQ+-friendly colleges and student organizations.

18. The TrevorSpace (Online Community for LGBTQ+ Youth 13-24)

    • Website: www.trevorspace.org

    • A safe social networking site run by The Trevor Project.

For Queer Professionals

19. Out Professionals

    • Website: www.outprofessionals.org

    • Networking events for LGBTQ+ professionals.

20. StartOut (LGBTQ+ Entrepreneurs)

    • Website: www.startout.org

    • Mentorship and networking for queer business owners.

21. Lesbians Who Tech

    • Website: www.lesbianswhotech.org

    • Events and networking for queer women and nonbinary people in tech.

For Gamers & Virtual Communities

22. GaymerX / LGBTQ+ Gaming Groups

    • Website: www.gaymerx.com

    • Connects queer gamers through conventions and Discord servers.

23. r/LGBT Discord & Subreddits

    • Reddit: www.reddit.com/r/LGBT

    • Many LGBTQ+ subreddits have associated Discord servers for chatting.

Final Tips for Safe Meetups

• Always meet in public spaces first.

• Check reviews/ratings for groups (e.g., Meetup, Facebook).

• Use LGBTQ+ centers or established organizations for trusted events.