Safe Space

The Pride Committee is a volunteer organization, with the goal of bringing Gays, Lesbians, Bisexuals, Transgendered, and our allies together in Peel Region.  

AFFIRM is a 5-session weekly therapeutic group offered to middle and high school students who identify as Two-Spirit and LGBTQIA+. The group provides students with an opportunity to build community and meet other Two-Spirit and LGBTQIA+ youth, learn coping skills for stress management, decrease unhelpful thoughts, and feel better about themselves and their lives.

Tuesdays February 4 - March 4, 2025 from 11:00am to 12:00pm online using Zoom 

For more info on AFFIRM and registration, check out the FLYER: bit.ly/AFFIRM2025HS

Additional questions about AFFIRM can be directed to mentalhealthinformation@peelsb.com

AFFIRM Caregiver is a virtual, 7-session evidence informed group program designed to help parents and caregivers build confidence and skills to support their Two-Spirit and LGBTQIA+ youth. Through engaging discussions and activities, these sessions will help parents and caregivers explore and better understand Two-Spirit and LGBTQIA+ identities and the needs of their child. Participants will learn about the importance of affirming and compassionate parenting practices that support their child’s well-being. Topics include:

· Two-Spirit and LGBTQIA+ identities and experiences

· Understanding the impact of anti-Two-Spirit and LGBTQIA+ attitudes and behaviors

· Supporting Two-Spirit and LGBTQIA+ youth through the coming out process

· Compassionate caregiving

· Overcoming barriers and building hope through goal-setting

· Developing safe, affirming support networks, and more.

All who support Two-Spirit and LGBTQIA+ young people are welcome, including adoptive parents, kinship, chosen, and foster families.

Tuesday Evenings from January 28 - March 18, 2025 **TIME TBD** online using Zoom. For more info on AFFIRM for Caregivers and registration, check out the FLYER: bit.ly/AFFIRMCaregiver

Additional questions about AFFIRM can be directed to mentalhealthinformation@peelsb.com