Community Organizations (A-Z)
Adventurous Women of London (AWOL)
AWOL is a safe social group, open to all women who enjoy horseback riding, canoeing, hiking, dining, live theatre, concerts, playing cards & so on. AWOL was established in 1990, has free membership, & publishes a monthly newsletter. Members & interested participants can view a photo gallery on the AWOL website of more than 25 years of group history. Contact Kathleen Holland for more information.
Aeolian Pride Choruses London
Pride Men’s Chorus London celebrates the gifts of diversity & music in London. PMCL creates experiences through choral music that promote community, inclusiveness & excellence. We believe that music “levels the playing ground” for all of us. It heals, enlightens & fosters community. The choir is available to all men regardless or sexual orientation or gender identity. We are an initiative of Aeolian Hall. We celebrate those who came before us & fought so we can sing out loudly. Without their activism to create a country where all can be treated with equality & respect, this initiative would not be possible.
Anova
Anova (formerly Sexual Assault Centre London & Women’s Community House) provides sexual violence counselling for female-identified survivors over 15, a 24-hour Crisis & Support Line for all genders, emergency short-term shelters for women & their children experiencing abuse, violence prevention youth programming, second stage housing & community outreach services. We also offer assistance through the Family Court Support Program, the Community Group Program for Children, the New Beginnings Loan Fund (through the United Way) & Public Education.
Blueprint Counselling
Wonderful friends of Strathroy Pride, we believe that counselling should be collaborative and relational. We will bring our counselling skills and our professional knowledge while respecting you as the expert of your own lived experience. As therapists we are committed to social justice, inclusion and accessibility.
Camp Wendake
Camp Wendake is a one week residential camp program for individuals living with HIV/AIDS, their families &/or support people. The camp is run & staffed exclusively by volunteers & accommodates 80 campers from across Ontario at a rustic & beautiful camp facility near Bayfield. We strive to honour diversity in age, gender, race, sexual orientation, ability, culture, spirituality & economic state.
Clinic at the Middlesex-London Health Unit
The Family Planning Clinic offers the following services: pap tests, low cost birth control, emergency contraception & free pregnancy tests. This clinic is appointment only & a health card is required. The Sexually Transmitted Infection Clinic offers the following services: free confidential testing, diagnosis & treatment of most STIs, counselling & referrals. This clinic is drop in & no health card is required. The Clinic also offers Naloxone & needle exchange.
Diversity ED
Diversity Ed. - Safer Spaces Canada provides customized workshops and trainings to create 2SLGBTQ+ intersectional inclusion, Queer and Trans history, intersectional feminism, gender-based violence in Queer and Trans communities, safeTalk, and personalized trainings on any inclusion needs in all public, private and government sectors.
Family Service Thames Valley
For over 80 years, Family Service Thames Valley has offered counselling and support services to families, parents, and children. Whether it’s relationship difficulties, adjusting to life transitions, or living with a developmental disability, we have programs to help.
Five/Fourteen
An independent agency with established relationships & partnerships with existing social service agencies, the Government of Ontario & university research centres. Five/Fourteen provides foster care services in family homes & community integration support for youth in foster care who identify as LGBTQ2S or otherwise gender-independent. Five/Fourteen creates a path for our clients to move seamlessly from foster care to full independence with solid life skills & a supportive community.
Forest City Men’s Group
Forest City Men’s Group provides a needed connection for gay, bi & gay-positive men within the London & Southwestern Ontario area. The intent is to cultivate friendships & male camaraderie through its online site & various social events, as well as importantly providing gay male presence within the city. Dinners, coffee, brunches, walks, & other events are arranged by any of its members. All events have an emphasis on respect & support for all.
Forest City Queerios
Forest City Queerios is a social group for queer folk in London. This is a super inclusive group & a safer space! Our aim is to create a group that will help build the queer community in London by bringing people together for some awesome social events.
LUSO Community Services
LUSO is a non-profit multicultural neighbourhood resource centre that offers programs & services for children, youth & families from diverse backgrounds. In addition to offering services specifically for newcomers & immigrants, LUSO also offers many programs to those born in Canada. LUSO offers a range of programs & services specific to NE London that include children, youth & family literacy based programs, youth programs, settlement services for newcomers, basic needs support, community advocacy & cultural awareness, & sensitivity training.
London Abused Women’s Centre (LAWC)
The London Abused Women’s Centre is a non-residential agency providing advocacy, counselling & support to abused, prostituted & trafficked women & girls over the age of 12 who live or work in London/Middlesex. Thanks to the Ministry of Community & Social Services & the generosity of Londoners, there is no charge to attend. The agency provides both individual services & groups. Abused, prostituted & trafficked women & girls are provided with immediate access to service.
London Cross Cultural Learner Centre (LCCLC)
The LCCLC is a multi-service support agency for newcomers. A community organization that exists to provide settlement services & support, while promoting intercultural awareness & understanding. Services offered: Community Connections, Client Support Services, Jeremiah's House for Government Sponsored Refugees, Joseph's House for Refugees, Job Search Workshops, Language & Referral Services, LGBTQ Newcomers Support Services & Social Group, Resettlement Assistance Program, Settlement Workers in Schools, Translation/Interpretation Services & Volunteer Opportunities.
London InterCommunity Health Centre - Health & Social Services
We provide health & social services to those who experience barriers to care & foster the active participation of individuals & the community we serve. In addition to primary care, we offer community & social services that support: children & youth; people living with chronic illnesses/mental health concerns; people experiencing poverty & homelessness; newcomer seniors & women. All services are inclusive of LGBT2Q+ people. Contact us to learn more about our Trans Health Team!
London Lesbian Film Festival
The London Lesbian Film Festival is North America's longest running & Canada's only Lesbian Film Festival! Each year the festival features three days of films, a Friday night reception, Saturday night dance & a Sunday brunch round out our weekend of events. The London Lesbian Film Festival is organized every year by the Reeling Spinsters...a diverse group of lesbian, bisexual & queer women who work hard all year long screening films, fundraising, advertising & putting on the festival. We run on 100% volunteer power. If you want to be involved, give us a shout.
London Middlesex Roller Derby (LMRD)
Roller derby is one of the world's fastest growing sports! Women & girls of all ages, shapes, & fitness levels can participate in a low-contact, low-cost & low-commitment league with LMRD; where the focus is on fun, fitness & friendship. LMRD welcomes new junior skaters (ages 9-17) the first practice of every month & we are always looking for new adult skaters (ages 18+) too. Be sure to email us so we have loaner gear ready for you.
Open Closet (A Program of Regional HIV/AIDS Connection)
Open Closet (OC) is a program of Regional HIV/AIDS Connection started in 2002. A drop-in, social support group for youth between 14 & 18 years of age who identify as LGBT2Q+, from the counties of Perth, Huron, Lambton, Elgin, Middlesex & Oxford. OC offers a safer space for youth to discuss relevant issues (e.g.: coming out, queer identities, LGBT2Q+ history, safer sex, & healthy relationships) & access referrals to community services/resources. In addition, OC provides an opportunity for youth to build supportive social networks in a respectful, fun & accepting environment. Held on Fridays from 7:00 - 9:00pm.
PFLAG Canada - London Chapter
PFLAG London is a chapter of the national charity organization PFLAG Canada. PFLAG London helps all persons within our reach who are struggling with issues of their sexual orientation, gender identity & gender expression. We also support, educate & provide resources to parents, families, friends, & colleagues with questions or concerns regarding these issues. PFLAG London offers monthly peer support meetings at the Middlesex London Health Unit (50 King Street) the third Monday of every month from 6:00 - 8:00pm.
Pride Understanding
Pride Understanding is a communication tool designed to start a conversation to increase gender diversity literacy, through a series of stories that help create a safe environment to ask questions, start a discussion to increase empathy, understanding and decrease stigma.