Programs

We Are Family cultivates affirming statewide programs and community initiatives for SC's LGBTQ+ young people up to the age of 24 focused on: (1) leadership development and social support; (2) health and wellness; and (3) movement building and advocacy.

Community & Advocacy

Trans Love Fund:

program that provides rapid response microgrants to transgender individuals throughout the state of South Carolina

LGBTEACH:

community education program offering evidence-based trainings and technical assistance on creating LGBTQ+ affirming spaces

Signature Events

Queer Youth Fest:

annual day-long festival with a variety of youth-centered events held during Pride month

Spirit Day:

annual event to support LGBTQ+ youth advocacy and encourage community members to take an active stand against bullying

Queer Prom:

annual dance event for middle and high schoolers

Youth Leadership & Social Support

Social Support Groups:

weekly and bi-weekly groups where youth engage in various topics/activities in an affirming space with the support of trained adult facilitators

GSA Coalition Support:

leadership development and coalition building for a network of Gender & Sexuality Alliances (GSAs) in middle and high schools

ParentSpace:

peer-led support group for and by parents and guardians of LGBTQ+ youth and young adults

KidSpace:

a supportive and affirming play group for youth 10 and younger

WAF Discord:

online platform for more virtual programming, such as gaming, movie streaming, discussions, and more!

Health & Wellness

Mental health assistance program:

program that provides free mental health services for LGBTQ+ young people and connects them with LGBTQ+ affirming therapists

Gender Affirming Gear:

program that offers gender-affirming products to transgender and gender non-conforming young people across South Carolina, at no cost to them