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
€625 of €10.000 raised
Upcoming Events
22 May 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…
29 May 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…
28 May 22
OutWest LGBTeaQ+ Coffee Meet up
Join us Saturday 28th of May 2022 at The Blind Tiger, Sligo for the LGBTeaQ+ Coffee Meet up from 12pm to 2pm. For more info, please send an email to…
22 May 22
Doorly Park Walk
Join us on Sunday, May 22nd for a walk at Doorly Park, Sligo. Meeting at 1pm by the playground. Four legged friends welcome, but please keep them on a lead!…
18 June 22
Castlerea Fairy Village Walk
Who’s up for a Fairy Walk?! Join us Saturday, June 18th for a walk followed by a picnic* (weather permitting) at the Fairy Village, Castlerea (see location here). Meet at…
Latest News
What a great time we had at our Pink Friday night on May 20th 🏳️🌈 Thank you to all who attended! Next time is on June 17th
Tuesday, May 17th 2022 – International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia #IDAHOBIT
Join us Thursday 19th of May for a LGBTQ+ meetup at Bridge Street Bar, Castlebar from 7pm to 9pm
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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We've had a much needed committee social this evening to catch up outside of zoom calls and our public events before heading into a busy Pride Month! 😁 🏳️🌈
Join us tomorrow, Sunday 22nd of May for a walk at Doorly Park, Sligo 🏳️🌈![]()
Meeting at 1pm by the playground. Four legged friends welcome, but please keep them on a lead!![]()
For more information email [email protected]![]()
See you there! 🏳️🌈
We're having such a great time here at our Pink Friday night, and the night is only starting! If you're not here already, join us 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧
Some great fun happened last night at our LGBTQ+ meetup in Bridge Street Bar 😄 We can't wait for the next one! 🏳️🌈
Get ready for tonight folks, Pink Friday is on! 🏳️🌈![]()
Join us at the Swagman Bar from 8pm, and let's enjoy a good time together 😃🏳️🌈
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