COMMUNITY
COMMUNITY GROUPS
AWOL was established in 1990 and is a safe social group which is open to all women. Our members have enjoyed horseback riding, canoeing, hiking, dining, live theatre/concerts, card playing, etc. Membership is free.
INFO: www.adventurouswomenoflondon.com
Contact # 519.471.2177
Adventurous Women of London (AWOL)
Alphabet Community Centre – Trans Youth London​
Trans Youth London is a co-sponsored program with London Public Library. Youth 12-20 meet every Thursday from 6-8pm in the Tonda room of the Central Library (251 Dundas St). Alphabet provides community referrals, training, counselling, and support services for the Trans* community in London. We specialize in Trans* workplace transition support.
MORE INFO: www.acclondon.ca
Contact # 519.765.5000
Coming Out Over Coffee
Coming Out Over Coffee is a casual open discussion group for individuals over the age of 19 who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans*, two-spirit, queer, or who are questioning; for those starting their journey to those who are out & about. Come join us for a discussion & support with other LGBT2Q+ folks every 2nd & 4th Tuesdays of the month from 6:30pm - 8:00pm at Family Service Thames Valley, 125 Woodward Ave. No registration necessary.
INFO: www.familyservicethamesvalley.com
CONTACT #519.433.0183
Forest City Men's Group
Forest City Men’s Group provides a needed connection for gay, bi, & gay-positive men within the London & Southwestern Ontario area. The intent is to cultivate friendships & male camaraderie through its online site & various social events as well as importantly providing gay male presence within the city. Dinners, coffee, Sunday brunches, walks, theatre, & other events are arranged by any of its members with an emphasis on respect & support for all.
Forest City Queerios is a social group for LGBTQIA-identified women and gender-fluid folks in London, Ontario. This is a super inclusive group and a safe space! Our aim is to create a group that will help build the queer community in London by bringing like-minded people together for some awesome social events. So join us for pub nights, dinners, board game nights, festivals in the park, movie nights, potlucks and lots more!
INFO: www.meetup.com/Forest-City-Queerios CONTACT: fcqueerios@gmail.com
Forest City Queerios
The LTCSC is a grass roots, community driven, social and networking support for the Transgender Community within London and region. We meet the first Monday of each month from 7pm to 9pm at the East Village Coffeehouse (corner of Dundas and English Street). We welcome all under the transgender umbrella, all allies and supporters. Come dressed or not; that you join in is important to you, and us.
INFO: Facebook - LTCSC
London Transgender Coffee Social Club (LTCSC)
Open Closet
Open Closet (OC) is an award-winning program of Regional HIV/AIDS Connection that was started in 2002. Open Closet is a drop-in, social support group for youth between 14 and 18 years of age who identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual, trans*, two-spirit, queer and questioning, from the counties of Perth, Huron, Lambton, Elgin, Middlesex and Oxford. Open Closet offers a safe space for youth to discuss relevant issues (such as: coming out to parents and friends, queer identities, LGBTT2Q+ history, safer sex, and healthy relationships) and access referrals to community services/resources. In addition, OC provides an opportunity for youth to build supportive social networks in a respectful, fun, and accepting environment. Held on Friday evenings from 7-9pm.
INFO: www.hivaidsconnection.ca
CONTACT # 519.434.1601
PFLAG Canada – London Chapter
PFLAG London is a Chapter of the national charity organization PFLAG Canada. PFLAG London helps all persons within our reach who are struggling with issues of their sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression. We also support, educate and provide resources to parents, families, friends, and colleagues with questions or concerns regarding these issues. PFLAG London offers monthly peer support meetings at the Middlesex London Health Unit the third Monday of every month from 7-9pm. London Chapter Director & Facilitator: Lori Ward - 519.686.7691
MORE INFO: www.pflagcanada.ca
CONTACT # 1.888.530.6777 x300 (Toll Free)
The Nitty Gritty Group
The Nitty Gritty Group is a Gay & Lesbian Alcoholics Anonymous group that meets Monday nights at 7:00pm at St Johns the Evangelist Anglican Church, 280 St. James Street. Everyone is welcome.
INFO: www.aalondon.org
CONTACT #519.438.9006
YOU Belong Support Group
A social-support group, run by Youth Opportunities Unlimited, for youth 16-24 years old who identify within the LGBTQQ2SA+ spectrum, as well as their allies. Group meets Wednesdays from 6:30 - 8:30pm at The Cornerstone Building, 332 Richmond Street.
INFO: Facebook.com/YOUBelongLondon
ProjectBE Event Productions
ProjectBE Event Productions is an event production company and a network of many indivduals who all create a unique look or concept that influences the growth of South Western Ontario's LGBTQ and "Open Minded" communities. They hold various events throughout the year in the London community.
INFO: www.projectbe.net
CONTACT # 226.268.2766
Rainbow Radio on CHRW 94.9FM
Rainbow Radio is London’s own LGBT-focused show. Show host R.A. offers listeners news on LGBT-related events while playing music from up and coming artists. Follow Rainbow Radio on Twitter @949RainbowRadio and like Rainbow Radio Network on Facebook. End your Monday right with Rainbow Radio on Monday nights from 10:00pm to 12:00am on CHRW 94.9FM.
INFO: www.chrwradio.ca
Metropolitan Community Church London
Metropolitan Community Church is a global organization with congregations in more than 25 countries. Founded in 1980, MCC London is a predominantly LGBTQ congregation and spiritual resource which welcomes people of all church backgrounds and none, for weekly religious service, social gathering, spiritual retreats and community action. We currently meet on Sundays at 7.00pm at Dundas Street Centre, 482 Dundas Street.
INFO: www.mcclondon.com
CONTACT # 519.645.0744
Unitarian Fellowship of London
We are a warm, caring liberal Unitarian-Universalist religious community that appreciates diversity, values intellectual curiosity, and seeks to honour and preserve the world and all its inhabitants. We are an open-minded, pluralistic group of free thinkers who support each other on our personal journeys for truth and meaning. We invite you to bring your whole self, your questions, your beliefs, your doubts and your loving heart. Worship Service/Children’s Program: Sundays, 10:45 a.m., 557 Clarke Road.
INFO: www.unitarianfellowshipoflondon.org
CONTACT # 519.451.0424