Shenandoah LGBTQ Center

The Shenandoah LGBTQ Center is a community-based organization that strengthens the LGBTQIA+ community through advocacy, education, programs, and safe spaces throughout the Shenandoah Valley and Greater Appalachia. Through direct services, outreach, partnerships, and community-building efforts, the Center works to ensure that LGBTQ people of all ages can thrive as equal, healthy, supported members of society.

Founded with a commitment to equity, visibility, and care for rural LGBTQ communities, the Center provides support groups, community education, youth and housing support initiatives, health advocacy, affirming community spaces, and cultural programming designed to meet the unique challenges faced by LGBTQ individuals and families in rural Appalachia.