Minneapolis/St. Paul Metro Organizations
Arch
Arch is a
student-run support group for those who are in any stage of the coming
out process. It offers confidential support, and is part of the
University of Minnesota Queer Student Cultural Center.
300 Washington Ave. SE #205 – Minneapolis
(612) 626-2344 Chrysalis Center For Women
The
Chrysalis
Center for Women offers counseling and support groups
for women with various issues including a group for lesbian women to
discuss issues, including self worth, isolation, and relationships.
Through the group, women gain support from others who are going through
similar life situations. 4432 Chicago Ave South – Minneapolis
(612) 871-0118 District 202
For youth under 21, District 202 Center for Youth at offers a safe
drop-in center and coffee house, social and support groups, referrals
for runaways, HIV prevention counseling and much more.
1601 Nicollet Ave S – Minneapolis
(612) 871-5559 Exploring Identity Group (for men)
The men’s group is a safe, nonjudgmental place to explore the meaning
and feeling of being a man. Additionally, group members can explore the
concerns they have in their lives. There are two different groups: one
for men in their 20’s and 30’s and one for men in their late 30’s and
older. River
City Clinic
Como Ave Suite 201 - Saint Paul
(651) 646-8985 Face to Face Health and Counseling Services, Inc.
Face to Face offers a wide range of support services to GLBT youth,
families, and the professional community. They strive to create a safe
and welcoming place for youth to explore sexual orientation and gender
identity. They offer individual and family counseling as well as support
groups for GLBT youth. 1165 Arcade Street – Saint Paul
(651) 772-5555 Twin Cities Men's Center
The
Twin Cities Men’s Center provides resources for men seeking to grow in body, mind,
and spirit, and from that foundation advocates for healthier families
and community relationships. Support and counseling for men includes
coming out, bisexual and gay dads support groups. 3249 Hennepin Avenue
South Suite 55 - Minneapolis
(612) 822-5892 Transgender Resources
Gender Education Center
The Gender Education Center, directed by Debra Davis, offers education,
support and transitional housing for transgender individuals.
PO Box 1861
Maple Grove, MN, 55311
(763) 424-5445 The City of Lakes Crossgender Community
The City of Lakes Crossgender
Community offers a variety
of services for Transgender people and allies including social
activities, Transgender education and outreach to the general public. U of M Program In Human Sexuality
Located in the Department of Family Practice & Community Health, the
Program in Human Sexuality is part of the University of Minnesota
Medical School. 1300 Second Street S #180
Minneapolis, MN 55454
(612) 625-1500 Gender Reassignment Surgery
If you are seeking information about gender reassignment surgery,
professional guidelines are established through the "Benjamin Standards”
or the "Standards of Care." A guide to the Standards of Care is
available at the
International Journal of Transgenderism. A Transgender Story
Read "A Mother's Transgender Story" - a compelling tale of how this
woman helped her transgender son be who he is.
Greater Minnesota Resources
Aurora, A Northland Lesbian Center
Aurora, A Northland Lesbian Center provides a drop-in center, library,
newsletter, referrals, social events, and a grassroots membership
organization that welcomes all lesbian, bisexual, transgender, gay,
questioning, and allied friends. 32 East First Street, Suite 104 – Duluth
(218) 722-4903 Central Minnesota Gay and Bisexual Men’s Group
Central Minnesota GAB
provides a space for men to share and discuss personal and social
concerns in a safe, confidential, and affirming environment. P O Box 7597 – St. Cloud
(320) 656-2583 Northland Gay Men’s Center
The mission of the
Northland Gay
Men's Center is to provide
information, referrals and support in an atmosphere of caring, openness
and tolerance of diversity for all persons of the region regardless of
sexual orientation or identity. Activities include social events,
support groups, and community education.
8 North 2nd Ave East, Suite 309 – Duluth
(218) 772 - 8585 Rochester Area Gay and Lesbian Youth Services
The
Rochester
Area Gay and Lesbian Youth Services agency serves youth aged 13-18.
There are support groups and a resource library. P.O Box 91 – Rochester
(507) 289-6329 or (888) 880-6329 St. Cloud OUT
St. Cloud OUT exists
to serve the needs of the GLBT community in the tri-county St. Cloud
area, and to provide solidarity and support to area GLBTA organizations. Contact via e-mail:
stcloudout@stcloudout.org |
