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LGBTQ+ Youth Mentorship
About the Program
COMMUNITY-BASED MENTORSHIP (Twin Cities Metro)
Mentor and mentee pairs connect with one another two to three times a month. That might look like going for a walk, exploring a new museum, playing sports or games, or cooking a meal together. Pairs also participate in monthly group hangouts with other mentors and mentees to promote community building through fun and educational activities.
SITE-BASED MENTORSHIP (St. Cloud Area)
Mentor and mentee pairs connect with one another two to three times a month at a QUEERSPACE hosted location on predetermined days and times. Multiple mentor and mentee pairs will be sharing the space during these times. These meetings will include time for small group activities as well as 1:1 time for mentors and mentees. Pairs also participate in monthly group hangouts with other mentors and mentees to promote community building between through fun and educational activities.
QUEERSPACE collective has partnered with local organizations and event centers to provide access to events, museums, and entertainment activities completely free of charge for matches. We will provide transportation stipends as needed.
Do You Need a Mentor?
Are you or do you know an LGBTQ+ youth who needs an LGBTQ+ mentor?
Youth Requirements:
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Ages 12-17
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Based in the Twin Cities Metro or St. Cloud area
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Must be able to attend group hangouts each month and connect for one to three hours, two to three times per month with an LGBTQ+ mentor
Applications must be completed by the youth's caregiver or through a third party referral. Caregiver permission is required to be part of the mentorship program.
If you are an LGBTQ+ youth and do not have caregiver permission, or have more questions about our program, please email us at info@queerspacecollective.org for additional resources and support.
Be a Mentor
As a volunteer QUEERSPACE hangouts mentor, you will have the opportunity to support the next generation of LGBTQ+ youth build their self-esteem and develop a deeper sense of belonging, cultural identity, and pride.
Mentor Requirements:
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Identify as part of the LGBTQ+ community
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Age 25 or older
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Based in the Twin Cities Metro or St. Cloud area
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Able to attend monthly group hangouts and connect for one to three hours, two to three times per month with a mentee
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Complete and pass a screening process, including a background check, reference checks, and pre-match training
Note: We are currently seeking applications from black, indigenous and people of color (BIPOC) and transgender & gender non-conforming adults to meet the needs of the diverse youth we serve.
