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
€836 of €10.000 raised
Upcoming Events
02 October 22
Drop-in: LGBafternoonT+ with OutWest
Our Drop-in Centre is open from 2pm to 6pm every Sunday. Looking forward to seeing you all at the Drop-in Centre on Tucker Street, Castlebar. See the map here. For…
01 October 22
OutWest Gaymes Night
OutWest presents… Gaymes Night: Dungeons & Dragons, Jackbox and board games Happening on the first Saturday of each month in Serious Business, Sligo, from 4pm to 8pm. There is a…
02 October 22
Free Rapid HIV Testing
Drop-in anytime between 7pm and 7.45pm on first Sunday of every month for a quick, free & confidential Rapid HIV Testing Next time: Sunday, October 2nd Location: OutWest Centre,…
08 October 22
OutWest LGBTeaQ+ Coffee Meet up – Sligo
Join us Saturday 8th of October 2022 at the WB’s Coffee House, Sligo for the LGBTeaQ+ Coffee Meet up from 11am to 1pm. For more info, please send an email…
09 October 22
Drop-in: LGBafternoonT+ with OutWest
Our Drop-in Centre is open from 2pm to 6pm every Sunday. Looking forward to seeing you all at the Drop-in Centre on Tucker Street, Castlebar. See the map here. For…
Latest News
We would like to thank everyone who came to our seminar last night at the Clayton Hotel Sligo in collaboration with Sligo Pride and a huge thank you to our fantastic guest speakers for sharing their personal experience with us all
On Saturday, July 2nd we had once again the honor to march in the Mayo Pride Parade 🏳️🌈 What a fabulous day it was.
We had a great time at our LGBTeaQ+ coffee meet up at Benjamin’s coffee shop
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?
In response to the horrific attacks made in Sligo during the past week, OutWest has issued the following statement;
Our team is currently looking for a Communications Officer on a voluntary basis.
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What you're Saying
#WorkingWithPride: Job Opportunities with Inclusive Employers So Professionals & Graduates Don’t Have to Return to the Closet.![]()
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Organised by myGwork on 19 October, #WorkFair 2022 is the largest global virtual careers fair featuring truly inclusive employers, where graduates and professionals can work with pride.![]()
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Graduates, students and professionals can register to attend #WorkFair2022 completely free of charge here: mygwork.gethighered.global/vevents/1b5548aa-c353-45f5-af75-c48676edc691
True to one of their core company values, CMS Distribution have “Exceeded Expectations” and not just raised their target of 1,000 in their Croagh Patrick Climb fundraiser for OutWest, but have raised a total of € 1,448.20!![]()
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We are so grateful and appreciative of their hard work in raising these donations for us, and this is a clear example of a business who have actively gone above and beyond to support the LGBTQIA+ community 🏳️🌈![]()
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Thanks to all who participated and donated ❤️![]()
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If you wish to donate, there's still time until tonight! Follow the link 👇![]()
www.idonate.ie/CMSDistributionOutWestClimb
Droichead Arts Centre and An Táin Arts Centre proudly present: UNGUARDED![]()
Written & Performed by Anthony Kinahan![]()
Directed by Anna Simpson (Quintessence Theatre)![]()
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THURSDAY 6th & FRIDAY 7th OCTOBER 2022 @ 8PM![]()
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Droichead Arts Centre, Stockwell St. Drogheda![]()
Tickets at www.droichead.com ![]()
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When a father’s world falls apart, he must battle through obstacles to ensure a future for him & his son.![]()
Love; loss; laughs & families left behind: ![]()
This new, original theatrical story - developed by Louth-based actor/theatre-maker Anthony Kinahan - highlights the vulnerable position many LGBTQ+ & non-LGBTQ+ families find themselves in, due to the lack of regulation of Surrogacy in Ireland.![]()
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Developed under the Artist in Association in 2021, and showcased by Droichead Arts Centre under Droichead Presents new Drama, this production is produced by Droichead and An Táin Arts Centre, Dundalk.![]()
Running time approx. 55mins.![]()
Promo Trailer here – youtu.be/RmgXYJ-TKno![]()
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CREATIVES![]()
Producer/Writer/Performer – Anthony Kinahan![]()
Director/Sound Design - Anna Simpson![]()
Lighting Design – Colin Doran![]()
Videographer – Steven Larkin![]()
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UNGUARDED has been shortlisted for the VAULT Festival in London in Spring 2023. It will also be transferring to An Táin Arts Centre, Dundalk, in February & to other venues nationally in 2023.![]()
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Special Thanks to Maeve Delargy (OUTLaw / Lesbian Lawyers Network) & Ranae von Meding (Equality for Children) for their consultation on this new writing.![]()
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For further information, please contact Anthony on 0872379893 or email [email protected]
Gaymes Night: Dungeons & Dragons, Jackbox and board games 🎲♟![]()
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Happening this Saturday, October 1st in Serious Business, Sligo from 4pm to 8pm 🏳️🌈![]()
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There is a charge of €5 per person payable at the door. No booking required.![]()
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For more info, please send an email to [email protected]
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