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Local LGBTQ-focused Support Organizations
University of Virginia LGBTQ Center
Located in the center of Grounds, in the Lower Level of Newcomb Hall, the LGBTQ Center is both a physical space and a programming center for the university. Whether you’re questioning, coming out, queer, or an ally, the LGBTQ Center has something for you.
Alphabet Sangha
Bi-weekly, inclusive gathering for mindful meditation, social justice, and community. Learn about the sangha.
Advocacy organization providing education and support to the LGBTQ community throughout the state of Virginia.
Find us on Facebook; we also have an email list. Bringing together families for events, playdates, and support.
Local support groups for parents and friends of lesbian, gay, transgender, queer, bisexual children, siblings, family, friends.
Support groups, hotline, and events for LGBTQ youth in Charlottesville.
University of Virginia Women’s Center Counseling Services
Since 1990, the Women’s Center has offered individual, couples, and group counseling services to University of Virginia students, faculty, and staff, as well as to members of the Charlottesville community. Counseling is offered for both men and women individually, as well as couples. The Women’s Center offers free and confidential support groups for UVa students, faculty, staff, and Charlottesville community members. For more information and participation, call 434-982-2361.
Support Organizations
Albemarle Department of Social Services
Aligned Clinical and Educational Services (ACES) – Crozet
BeWell at UVA
Big Brothers, Big Sisters
Boys and Girls Club of Charlottesville
Charlottesville Department of Social Services
Commonwealth Center for Children & Adolescents & Western State Hospital
DePaul Community Services
International Rescue Committee
Habitat for Humanity
Home Instead
ReadyKids
Refugee Mental Health Summit
Region Ten leadership
Sexual Assault Resource Agency
Shelter for Help in Emergency
Upward Bound
Schools
Albemarle County Public Schools
Charlottesville City Schools
Charlottesville High School
Lafayette School
Murray High School
Piedmont Virginia Community College
Tandem
Social Groups
Rainbow Bowling
Takes place Wednesday nights at Kegler’s. Contact Buck Smith for more info.
Local non-profit gay social club in Charlottesville.
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