UPDATE: Happy Pride 2020

Hello,

We are connecting with you to announce some very exciting news. Student Counselling, Health & Well-being (SCHW) is happy to announce the hosting of an event to celebrate the upcoming pride weekend!

What's happening?

On June 24th, from 3:30 – 4:30 p.m., SCHW will be hosting a celebratory event/ student get-together for students in the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. This event will be hosted by SCHW counsellors who are a part of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community and will provide a safe space for students to discuss how they plan to celebrate virtual pride, tips and strategies on how to celebrate safely online, and foster a space for peer-to-peer connection. The event will also be kicking-of the resuming of SCHW ’s biweekly 2SLGBTQIA+ Support Group.

About the SCHW Biweekly 2SLGBTQIA+ Support Group

The SCHW Biweekly 2SLGBTQIA+ Support Group is a group hosted by SCHW counsellors who are a part of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. This is a drop-in group that provides a safe and positive space to discuss themes of importance chosen by members of the group. Topics include coming out, finding safe spaces during COVID-19, managing stress, connecting with broader community supports, and self-care.

What do I wear?

There is no dress code. However, you are welcome to dress up and set your space up to match the celebratory mood!

When do I join?

The celebration takes place on Wednesday, June 24th from 3:30 – 4:30 p.m.

• If you are interested in attending please email counselling@glendon.yorku.ca for the link to the celebration
• The event is intentionally named as “student get-together” to foster confidentiality for students who may not yet have come out

We kindly ask you to help bring this event to life by sharing this event with your peers who may be interested.

Please email counselling@glendon.yorku.ca or call 416-736-5297 if you have any questions. We look forward to seeing you at the celebration!

Sincerely,

Student Counselling, Health & Well-being (SCHW)