Supporting LGBT+
Welcome to OutWest
OutWest is a Voluntary Social, Support and Advocacy Group for LGBT+ People in Connacht
The centre will provide a relaxed welcoming space for LGBT+ people, families and partners to sociali
The LGBT Helpline service is provided by a network of trained volunteers.
The idea of Pride is to create a safe space where like minded people can come and mingle be who they
Support Equality with a Donation
Your donation would be an amazing way to support the LGBT+ community in the West of Ireland. Your contribution will help create significant changes and progress in our community and support our local Drop In Centre.
Drop-in Centre Funds
€140 of €10.000 raised
Upcoming Events
26 June 21
OutWest LGBT+ Open Mic Online Drop-in
OutWest is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Topic: OutWest LGBT+ Open Mic Online Drop-in Time: June 26, 2021 4 PM Dublin Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/93142086891?pwd=UkpwQndhNEsybU9UY3RxTkhXamdrdz09 Meeting ID: 931…
29 June 21
OutWest Online Bring & Brag Book Club
On the last Tuesday of each month, we are hosting an online book club. We are operating a bit differently to a regular book club. Instead of the group reading…
03 July 21
OutWest LGBTQ+ Tea/Coffee Meet up
Today is the day!! The OutWest Sligo team is organising a LGBTQ+ coffee meet up every two weeks at Penny Café outdoor terrace in Sligo Town from 12-2pm!! Join us…
27 June 21
OutWest Moore Hall Walk & Picnic
Join us on Sunday 27th of June 2021 for a LGBT+ family friendly walk in Moore Hall Forest, Co. Mayo followed by a picnic. Meet at 12pm at Moore Hall…
Latest News
My story…. Open the zip of the invisible bubble that surrounds you and step out into your world. Asleep, alone, eyes closed in an empty world of nothingness. I talked. I cried. I laughed. But was I different? Fun and games, laughs and tears like everyone else. But I was different. Why me?
This year we are keeping our Pride event online and we’re delighted to announce Pride Inside, an online Pride festival happening from July 11-19th.
Mayo’s first LGBT+ drop-in centre will open in Castlebar on 18th January 2020. The centre will provide a relaxed welcoming space for LGBT+ people, families and partners to socialise, chat, and make connections.
My story…. Open the zip of the invisible bubble that surrounds you and step out into your world. Asleep, alone, eyes closed in an empty world of nothingness. I talked. I cried. I laughed. But was I different? Fun and games, laughs and tears like everyone else. But I was different. Why me?
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What you're Saying
OutWest were delighted to take part in RTÉ's series on Pride. Jordan and Róisín talked to Adam Hogan about the work OutWest do for the LGBT+ community in the West of Ireland!![]()
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Check it out here: youtu.be/GxGoTfHu9cs
OutWest | PRIDE | Community | RTÉ
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Celebrating this year’s Pride theme of Community, RTÉ 2FM’s Adam Hogan talks to leaders from LGBTQI+ community groups from all over Ireland, showcasing their...
Some more photos of the OutWest Sligo Meet-Up last Saturday! Thank you to Catriona Bonner Photography for their brilliant photos of the event!
Thank you to everyone who attended the OutWest Sligo Meet-Up last Saturday organised by the Sligo Sub-Committee! Thank you so much to the Penny Café for accommodating us! These Sligo meet-ups will be happening every second Saturday for the summer, so put the 3rd of July in your diary for the next one!![]()
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Here are some photos of the afternoon, more to follow!
"We need Pride until we truly feel equal and safe in Irish society."![]()
BeLonG To Youth Services‘Why do you need Pride?’![]()
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These are words we hear too often. Sadly, this Pride we have seen the burning of Rainbow Flags, calls for Straight Pride and homophobic graffiti. ![]()
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We’ve heard from over 2,000 LGBTI+ young people about the mental health challenges they have experienced in the past year, from trans youth about the pain they experience waiting and waiting for gender-affirming care, and from young people who have had to go back into the closet to feel safe when staying in their family home during lockdown.![]()
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We need Pride until we truly feel equal and safe in Irish society.
Who's up for another LGBT+ family friendly walk & picnic in Co. Mayo?![]()
Join us, Sunday 27th of June 2021 in Moore Hall for a walk followed by a picnic. Meet at 12pm at Moore Hall Recreation Area. All welcome! 🏳️🌈 🏳⚧![]()
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Please, bring your own food & beverage.![]()
Respect social distancing and wear a mask.
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