What we’re about
ONLINE/VIRTUAL Group
Welcome to "Talk It Out" l Gay, Bi & Trans Men Discussion + Social Group.
Purpose
The focus of this group is to provide a bi-weekly 2.5 hour long session specific for gay, bi-sexual, and trans men, to come together and have genuine and honest emotional check ins with each other, aimed at disrupting feelings of isolation, loneliness and limited sense of community. The goal is to provide a positive, happy, joyful, safe and confidential space where various topics will be explored, mutual support will be given, friendships will be formed, and life challenges will be discussed.
*Men who have not yet fully come out are welcome. Any concerns can be discussed with the host(s) ahead of any upcoming group. Our goal is to make sure you are comfortable*.
When & Where
Due to COVID19, this group is currently virtual and is hosted on the ZOOM platform. Once you have RSVP`d a link will be sent to you prior to the commencement of the group.
Our goal is to have these groups in person at a specific venue once the pandemic and social distancing issues are a thing of the past.
Day of the week for reoccurring group: WEDNESDAY NIGHTS (every 2nd Wednesday). FIRST ONE JANUARY 27, 2021.
About the Organizers/Hosts
Russell & Danny are two cis gay men who have been best friends for several years. They both value close connections and enjoy expanding their ability to facilitate in depth conversation to a larger group of people.
Danny has experience as an advocate for HIV stigma deconstruction, sex positivity, and self improvement.
Russell is a trained human services professional with lived experience coming out in a small community + mediating large group discussions, and skill using the questioning approach to elicit deep emotional and mental reflection with his audience.