BeLonG To
On Saturday's Plan B we celebrated Pride. There are many organisations who work tirelessly to help those in the LGBTI+ community and one of those is BeLonG To.
BeLonG To Youth Services supports lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex young people.
Since 2003, the organisation has worked with LGBTI+ young people to create a world where they are equal, safe and valued in the diversity of their identities and experiences.
They also offer specialised LGBTI+ youth service including information, support, crisis counselling in partnership with Pieta House and the provision of LGBTI+ youth groups across Ireland.
Jayson's Experience
Jayson Pope has been using the organisation's services for almost 6 years as he came to terms with his identity.
Jayson says BeLonG To helped him find some of his best friends and provided a safe and supportive space when he needed it most.
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On Saturday's Plan B, Jayson spoke to Sarina about his experiences, what Pride means to him and how coming out to yourself can be the most difficult part.
Check out the podcast to hear more of Jayson's story and you can find more information about BeLonG To here.
#BringingPrideHome
500 LGBTI+ young people are set to receive a Pride Self-Care Pack from BeLong To.
They're keeping the spirit of Pride alive while remaining socially distant as the annual Dublin Pride parade is moved online.
Dublin Bus have also gotten involved in the celebrations. They'll be decking out 100 buses showcasing the vital services BeLonG To offers to the young LGBTI+ community. Keep an eye out for them!
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