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Supporting LGBT+

Welcome to  OutWest 

OutWest is a Voluntary Social, Support and Advocacy Group for LGBT+ People in Connacht

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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

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Upcoming Events

17 June 23

A Day Out For All

In partnership with Ballina 2023, we are celebrating the LGBTQ+ community in Ballina by presenting a full day of Family Friendly Events: A Day Out For All 🏳️‍🌈   Get…
11 June 23

Drop-in Centre

Our Drop-in Centre is open every Sunday from 2pm to 6pm in Ballina (see map HERE) Come enjoy a safe, welcoming and friendly space where you can socialise with other…
18 June 23

Drop-in Centre

Our Drop-in Centre is open every Sunday from 2pm to 6pm in Ballina (see map HERE) Come enjoy a safe, welcoming and friendly space where you can socialise with other…
25 June 23

Drop-in Centre

Our Drop-in Centre is open every Sunday from 2pm to 6pm in Ballina (see map HERE) Come enjoy a safe, welcoming and friendly space where you can socialise with other…
10 June 23

OutWest LGBTeaQ+ Coffee Meet up – Sligo

Join us Saturday 10th of June 2023 at the WB’s Coffee House, Sligo for the LGBTeaQ+ Coffee Meet up from 11am to 1pm. For more info, please send an email…

Latest News

Drop-in Centre in Ballina

There it is! Our team is delighted to anounce that our new Drop-in Centre located in Ballina (see map HERE) will be open every Sunday at the usual times, from 2pm to 6pm starting this Sunday 12th of March On the day, we will also have another session of SingOutWest Choir running from 4pm…

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Good News!

IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT Our Drop-in Centre is reopening in Le Cheile FRC Castlebar Let's see y'all this Sunday 29 January at our usual time 2pm - 6pm. Come chat, relax and enjoy a nice cuppa with us we can't wait to catch up with you all! For more information send us an email…

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New Merch

🏳️‍🌈 Get your hands on limited OutWest Magnetic Calendar 2023 🏳️‍🌈 Donate a minimum of €3 through our website and provide us with your name and postal address via email to [email protected], and we will send you your Magnetic Calendar with no additional postage costs. Get yours now while stocks last! Note: Calendar size: 13.3cm…

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Thoughts from a Member

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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Past Gatherings

What you're Saying

Brilliant. Well done to you all. All the best with the drop in centre.

January 2020

Anonymous

You’re doing great work and volunteering. Kindest from Roscommon. Your chat line will be a tremendous lifeline to many. God bless, be safe and take care

March 2020

Anonymous

Coming from Achill Island to student life in Trinity was a very similar experience for me though in the late 70’s being gay wasn’t that easy in Dublin either. Thank god we’ve all moved on and grown up a lot as a nation.

January 2020

Anonymous

I feel like so many Elders of the LGBTA community get forgotten and left behind, it warms my heart when stuff like this is shared, they deserve all the love and happiness.

March 2020

Anonymous

The LGBT+ community needs OutWest.

July 2019

Anonymous

Love for one another, not hate or prejudice.

December 2019

Anonymous

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1 day ago

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Have you got your tickets yet?! Our Drag Bingo Night in partnership with Ballina 2023 is approaching fast! Don't miss out on a spectacular night 🌟Book Now: www.eventbrite.ie/e/drag-bingo-night-tickets-634181171957Please note that this event is exclusively for those aged 18 and above. 🔞#dragbingo #dragqueen #drag #bingo #dragshow #lgbtq #Ballina2023 #BallinaEvents ... See MoreSee Less
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🌈🎮✨ Thank you all for joining our fabulous Gaymes Night last Saturday! 🎉 We had an absolute blast! 🏳️‍🌈❤️ ... See MoreSee Less
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2 days ago

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🛒🌟 Exciting news, everyone! 🎉 We're thrilled to announce that we're now part of the Tesco Community Fund in Ballina, Castlebar, and Westport! 💚❤A huge thank you to Tesco for giving us this incredible opportunity to make a difference in our communities. We're grateful for your support! 🌟 Now, it's time for all of you amazing peeps to get involved! 🙌Make sure to grab as many tokens as you can when you shop at Tesco. Every token counts! 🛒💪🏳️‍🌈#TescoCommunityFund #makeadifference #TogetherWeCan #lgbtqia #mayo ... See MoreSee Less
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3 days ago

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REMINDER: Thursday, June 15th at 7:30 PM. 🌈📚 Join us at Tertulia Books Westport for a night celebrating Pride Month with @Mayo Pride!Immerse yourself in the magic of LGBTQ+ literature as we host the incredible Anne Walsh Donnelly for an intimate Author Reading. 🌈✍️🎙️ But that's not all! We're turning up the volume with an Open Mic session. Bring your own queer writing, poetry, or spoken word piece to share! 📖You'll have a chance to ask burning questions, connect with like-minded individuals, and celebrate the power of LGBTQ+ creativity 🏳️‍🌈Reserve your FREE spot now at tertuliabookshop.com and secure your place in this magical evening of words and love ❤️#pridemonth #lgbtq #tertuliabookshop #mayopride ... See MoreSee Less
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4 days ago

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From all in OutWest, we're wishing everyone a very happy Mayo Pride!!!🏳️‍🌈🎉❤️🧡💛💚💙💜 ... See MoreSee Less
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