Equality Toledo

LGBTQ+ Youth Group
2026-02-10 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-03-10 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-04-14 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-05-12 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-06-09 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-07-14 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-08-11 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-09-08 18:30 - 20:00 UTC and 7 more dates | Equality Toledo, 1301 Jefferson Ave., Toledo, 43604, United States
Equality Toledo Youth Group (Ages 12–19)
2nd & 4th Tuesday of Every Month | At the Equality Toledo Office

Looking for a space where you can be yourself, make friends, and have fun?
Welcome to Equality Toledo Youth Group — a vibrant, affirming hangout for LGBTQ+ youth and allies ages 12–19!Each month brings something new and exciting, with rotating activities like:

Music Day – share your favorite songs, create playlists, and vibe together
Art Day – paint, draw, craft, and express yourself
Game Day – board games, video games, team challenges & prizes
Karaoke Night – grab the mic and own the stage
Makeup & Fashion Day – experiment with style, glam, and self-expression
Drag Queen Story Hour & Themed Events – special guests, storytelling, creativity & celebration

Activities are posted monthly, so there’s always something fresh to look forward to!
This is a safe, supportive, and inclusive space to connect, laugh, create, and build community — no pressure, just good vibes

Location: Equality Toledo OfficeAges: 12–19When: 2nd & 4th Tuesday of each month

Come as you are.Bring your friends.Find your people.

Know Your Rights: Protecting & Advocating for LGBTQ+ Students
2026-02-10 18:30 - 20:30
Know Your Rights: Protecting & Advocating for LGBTQ+ Students
with Jennifer Martinez, Supervising Attorney at ABLE
Join Equality Toledo’s monthly Parent Group for an empowering and informative Know Your Rights (KYR) presentation focused on the latest legal changes impacting LGBTQ+ students and their families.

This session will explore:Recent changes in the law affecting LGBTQ+ youthHow parents and supporters can help keep Q+ students safe in schoolPractical strategies for advocating for LGBTQ+ studentsHow to request IEPs and 504 Plans for students with mental health needs or disabilitiesLegal services available through ABLE’s education law team

Our presenter, Jennifer Martinez, is the Supervising Attorney for the Education Practice Group at Advocates for Basic Legal Equality (ABLE). Jennifer brings decades of experience as a civil rights advocate, having worked with the ACLU of Ohio, served as a Public Defender, and led major civil rights and immigration cases at the state and federal levels. She now leads high-impact education and disability rights work, providing both legal representation and legislative advocacy for families and students.This session is also an opportunity for parents and supporters to share concerns, ask questions, and connect directly with an experienced advocate who understands the challenges families are facing in today’s changing legal landscape.
Whether you’re navigating school systems, supporting an LGBTQ+ student, or simply want to be better informed — this conversation is for you.

All parents, caregivers, and allies welcome.
Hosted by Equality Toledo

LQBTQ+ Youth Group
2026-02-24 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-03-24 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-04-28 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-05-26 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-06-23 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-07-28 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-08-25 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-09-22 18:30 - 20:00 and 6 more dates
