Upcoming Events & Programming

Join us for an intimate, beauty-shop–style conversation created with the real lives of sisters in mind. This space honors the true experiences of Black and Brown trans women—the things we carry every day and don’t always get to say out loud.

Struggling with schoolwork? Join us for Homework Support, a bi-monthly group designed to help LGBTQ+ youth ages 12–17 stay on track and feel confident in the classroom. Whether you need help with an assignment, want a quiet space to study, or just need encouragement from supportive peers and staff.

Join us every fourth Thursday to read, connect, and spark genuine conversations in a welcoming space, for queer adults. (18+)

Reading: “Go Ask Alice”

Join us for an afternoon of community, connection, and celebration at the 2026 “I AM” Trans Resource Fair! This affirming space is created with love for our trans and gender-expansive community to gather, be seen, and be supported.

During this session, volunteers will learn how to navigate the Volunteer Matters Portal, review safety policies and procedures for each site, and get an overview of available shifts. We’ll also explain the nature of each role and help complete any missing forms.

Weekly programing, 1-on-1 and peer support, and resources for LGBTQ+ youth 12-17 and their caregivers.

During this session, volunteers will learn how to navigate the Volunteer Matters Portal, review safety policies and procedures for each site, and get an overview of available shifts. We’ll also explain the nature of each role and help complete any missing forms.

During this session, volunteers will learn how to navigate the Volunteer Matters Portal, review safety policies and procedures for each site, and get an overview of available shifts. We’ll also explain the nature of each role and help complete any missing forms.

Community Dinners are served for FREE to all LGBTQ+ community members looking for a hot meal. Drop in and stay a while or grab one to-go.

Meals served at BOTH locations.

Continuously Rising Over Systemic Stigma or C.R.O.S.S. is a support group for trans masc and male-identifying individuals. Through shared experiences, dialogue, and access to daily essentials, C.R.O.S.S. helps men rise over systemic stigma, build brotherhood, and thrive in their full authenticity.

We’re proud to partner with ShowerUp to bring free, private, hot showers to our community. Every Friday, from 1–4PM at the OUTMemphis Community Center.

Weekly programing, 1-on-1 and peer support, and resources for LGBTQ+ youth 12-17 and their caregivers.

Come create with us at the Youth Empowerment Center! Our craft nights rotate between holiday-themed projects, easy step-by-step activities, and, from time to time, more in-depth workshops led by local artists. All supplies for the craft of the night are provided—just bring yourself!

Trans Services is back with our monthly Ar-TEA-stic group art therapy for trans and non-binary folks.

Struggling with schoolwork? Join us for Homework Support, a bi-monthly group designed to help LGBTQ+ youth ages 12–17 stay on track and feel confident in the classroom. Whether you need help with an assignment, want a quiet space to study, or just need encouragement from supportive peers and staff.

Movie Night at the Youth Empowerment Center!

Reminder that all events hosted at the Youth Empowerment Center are limited to 18-24 year old folks only.