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Youth Group

GLO Youth Group

GLO Youth Group is a youth outreach group for LGBTQIA+ people ages 12-17. The group meets each Tuesday and Wednesday from 3-8 pm at The GLO Center. Dinner and meeting are generally held around 5:30pm-6pm. There are additional activities and discussion opportunities held on a monthly basis.

Collins Chetwin is the GLO Youth Group's Youth Coordinator. The group is also facilitated by volunteers.

If you're interested in coming to a meeting or volunteering, please contact Collins using the email below:

Upcoming Events

8-Week Therapeutic Support Group

The GLO Center is partnering with Beyond Healing to offer a new therapeutic support group for LGBTQIA+ teens ages 14-18. Join us every Friday from 6-7 PM, starting September 27th through November 15th.

This support group will provide a safe, open space for adolescents to explore their identities, find community, and develop healthy coping skills in a supportive and inclusive environment. Our goal is to empower young people to navigate the complexities of their developing identities and foster a sense of belonging and resilience.

✉️ RSVP: Reserve your spot by emailing therapy@beyondhealingcenter.com.

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Upcoming Events

Gender Affirming Care @ GLO

What: A patient navigator from a local provider will be at The GLO Center to discuss gender-affirming care! 🏳️‍⚧️   
When: Every Friday Noon – 4 PM  
Where: The GLO Center
Who: Adults 18+  
Walk-ins welcome—no appointment needed! 

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Ru Paul's Drag Race Trivia Fundraiser

What: Hey queens! 👑 Join us in a trivia night based on the hit TV phenomenon RuPaul’s Drag Race. Sashay in dressed as your favorite queen/king/they or any drag, have snacks, compete against your fellow queens, and win prizes! 
When: Saturday, April 26th 6 PM  
Where: The GLO Center
🎟️ Tickets are pay what you want ($10 donation suggested).

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Old School Support Group

What: Join us for our off-site visit! 🌈
GLO is excited to offer lesbian, gay, bi, and transgender adults aged 50+ opportunities to connect with each other and build community.
The Old School Group is a social space where people can meet others, form friendships, and share their life experiences.
When: Saturday, April 26th 4 PM  
Where: Cielito Lindo (3530 S Campbell Ave, Springfield, MO 65807)
The group is geared towards 50+ but there is no age limit, younger people can attend. No RSVP Necessary.

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Old School Support Group

What: Join us for our off-site visit! 🌈
GLO is excited to offer lesbian, gay, bi, and transgender adults aged 50+ opportunities to connect with each other and build community.
The Old School Group is a social space where people can meet others, form friendships, and share their life experiences.
When: Tuesday, April 29th 9 PM  
Where: The GLO Center  
The group is geared towards 50+ but there is no age limit, younger people can attend. No RSVP Necessary.

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Rainbow Kids: Earth Day Art Class

What: The GLO Center is partnering with Springfield Regional Arts Council (SRAC) to bring you a series of monthly art classes. 
We hope you join us for this session in the style of Keith Haring!
When: Monday, April 28th 5 PM  
Where: The GLO Center
Please RSVP via email to collins@glocenter.org with how many adults & children you anticipate bringing.

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Women & Non-Binary Support Group

What: To provide women and woman-aligned folks to come together and build community with each other.
Who: For queer women and nonbinary people, whether they are butches, femmes, cis, trans, gender nonconforming, or other gender identities to socialize and engage in peer support.
 When: Tuesday, April 29nd 5:30 PM 
Where: The Third Place – 416 W Commercial St

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APO @ GLO: Medicaid Specialist

What: The APO Community Health Team will be at GLO to provide information, answer questions, and offer support for those needing assistance in Medicaid enrollment.   
When: Every 4th Monday 1 PM – 4 PM  
Where: The GLO Center
Walk-ins welcome—no appointment needed! 

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Men & Non-Binary Support Group

What: To provide men and man-aligned folks the opportunity to come together and build community with each other.
Who: For queer men and nonbinary people, whether they are cis, trans, gender nonconforming, or other gender identities to socialize and engage in peer support.
 When: Thursday, May 1st 6 PM 
Where: The Third Place – 416 W Commercial St

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GLO Volunteer Orientation

What: Interested in being a GLO Volunteer? This orientation will familiarize you with the GLO Center’s work and prepare you to be a GLO volunteer.
When: Saturday, May 10th 3 PM – 4 PM
Where: The GLO Center

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APO @ GLO: Prevention & Harm Reduction

What: The APO Prevention Team will be at GLO to provide information, answer questions, and offer select supplies for sexual health and harm reduction. 
When: Every 2nd Monday 1 PM – 4 PM  
Where: The GLO Center
Walk-ins welcome—no appointment needed! 

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The GLO Market

What: A monthly event supporting local queer-owned businesses and resources. Started in 2023, GLO Markets aim to showcase local talent where patrons can purchase from over 20+ LGBTQIA+ artists, resources, and entrepreneurs.
When: Saturday, May 17th 10 AM – 2 PM
Where: The GLO Center

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GLO Movie Night @ The Moxie

What: Moonage Daydream (2022) is a documentary film about the legendary musician and artist David Bowie, directed by Brett Morgen. Unlike traditional documentaries, the film is an immersive audiovisual experience that blends never-before-seen concert footage, interviews, and personal archives with Bowie’s own narration and music! 
When: Saturday, May 17th 4 PM  
Where: Moxie Cinema – 305 S Campbell Ave #101

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