Mental health challenges disproportionately affect LGBTQ+ individuals due to stigma, discrimination, and minority stress. In this workshop with MindOut, you’ll gain the tools to safeguard your own mental wellbeing and better support others in the LGBTQ+ community—especially those who may be at risk.

Objective/Purpose:

By attending, participants will:

• Understand how mental health is impacted by LGBTQ+ identity and external stressors
• Learn to recognize warning signs of distress or suicidal ideation
• Gain language and confidence to talk about mental health openly and supportively
• Discover affirming resources and support networks

Workshop Highlights:

• Key statistics and drivers of poor mental health in LGBTQ+ communities
• The role of minority stress and intersectionality
• Recognizing risk factors and early warning signs
• Responding with empathy and clarity in difficult conversations
• Signposting to LGBTQ+ inclusive mental health services

Interactive Elements:

• Quiz on mental health and suicide statistics
• Group discussion on lived experience and protective factors
• 10-minute Q&A with MindOut facilitators

Benefits/Key Takeaways:

By the end of the workshop, participants will be able to:

• A deeper understanding of mental health disparities in LGBTQ+ communities
• Tools to engage in safe, supportive conversations
• Confidence to take action and refer others to affirming support
• A stronger sense of community and shared responsibility in safeguarding mental health