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ABOUT THE GLO CENTER

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The GLO Center Serves the LGBTQIA community in the Ozarks through support, resources, education, and advocacy, to create a more inclusive and welcoming community where all can thrive. With the help of our allies, GLO strives to make a positive impact on the community at large.

The GLO Center is a place to be yourself, a place to meet others in the community, and a place to find information about the community at large. In essence, the GLO Center is YOUR place for LGBTQIA+ community in the Springfield and the Ozarks region in Missouri.

Become a member today to help sustain Missouri's longest-running LGBTQIA+ community center!

Springfield LGBTQIA+ community history

History of the glo center

A group of local leaders recognized a need to establish a safe place for the entire LGBTQIA+ community to meet, receive support, and share resources; together they founded GLO in 1996. GLO is now the oldest operating LGBTQIA+ center in Missouri and is the only LGBTQIA+ center in southwest Missouri. GLO is staffed by volunteers and is open weekly to offer support groups, events, and a safe space for the LGBTQIA+ population. The GLO Center is governed by a Board of Directors, whose 13 members are elected to three-year terms and may serve for three consecutive terms. Volunteers are organized into committees, where they can hone leadership skills and meld their passions with the mission of GLO.

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Lou
Hood

Executive Director

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Megan
Baldridge

President

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Dr. Caitlin
Davies

Vice President

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Dani
Lacio

Secretary

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Brittany
Dyer

Treasurer

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Collins F
Chetwin

Youth Coordinator

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Kyler
Sherman-Wilkins

Board Member

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Linda
Leicht

Board Member

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Linda

Rhiannon
Harp

Board Member

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Holland
Wilson

Board Member

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Steven
Bennett

Board Member

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Courtney
Cook

Board Member

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Madaline
Barron

Board Member

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Jeremy
Dean

Board Member

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Upcoming Events

October Banned Book Club Meeting

What: Join GLO in our monthly book club, where we will be reading a series of books that have been or could be banned, followed by a discussion on the books, novels, and writings. Book – The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini
When: Sunday, October 1, 1pm – 2:30pm (Every first Sunday)
Where: The GLO Center

Queer Film Series: "A Nightmare on Elm Street 2"

What: A special screening of “A Nightmare on Elm Street 2: Freddy’s Revenge” at Alamo Drafthouse! This event is a part of our Queer Film Series, an initiative by The GLO Center and Alamo Drafthouse to celebrate and discuss important pieces in queer cinema.
When: Tuesday, October 24, 7pm
Where: Alamo Drafthouse Springfield

Pride in the Park: An LGBTQIA+ History Celebration

What: A celebration for LGBTQIA+ History Month in October. We’re excited to bring you a brand-new event to commemorate our community’s history and achievements!
When: Saturday, October 28, 11am – 3pm
Where: Phelps Grove Park

Rainbow Kids - Trunk or Treat

What: Wear your costumes and get candy! This event is for LGBTQ+ kiddos aged 5-11, accompanied by a grownup. Friends ages 5-11 and siblings of any age are also welcome.  
When: Saturday, October 28, 4pm – 6pm
Where: The GLO Center Parking Lot