If you're a part of the LGBTQIA+ community or are an ally, or just want to educate yourself more, we worked with Alex Mathew, popularly known as Maya The Drag Queen, to find collectives in Bangalore that will give you information, support and all you need to embrace yourself, and everyone around you. After all, love is love.
#PrideMonth: LGBTQIA+ Collectives In Bangalore That Help & Support The Community
Overview
List Of LGBTQIA+ Communities And Groups In Bangalore
Good As You
Good As You is an organisation that provides safe space for queer people and is working on building a community. Started in 1994, a few LGBTQAI+ activists got together and decided that it was important to have a discussion forum for sexual minorities in Bangalore. Their meet-ups happen every Thursday and Sunday at the Swabhava office, and you’ll find activities ranging from discussions and film screenings to poetry readings.
Social Handle: @goodasyou.blr
Sangama
Sangama is an LGBTQAI+ rights group based out of Bangalore. It has grown to focus on LGBTQAI+ rights and HIV prevention. It concentrates on the rights of sexual minorities and fights against sexual harassment and HIV discrimination. They conduct outreach programs for sexual minorities, welcome walk-ins, keep a track of LGBTQAI+ violence in and around the city, and provide legal services to those who need it.
Social Handle: @sangamaindia
Solidarity Foundation
Registered as a trust in 2013, it was set up to provide support to sex workers and sexual minorities by offering fellowships and grants. They support working-class sexual minorities and sex workers through grantmaking and building links to resources, and community involvement. With a vibrant team backing her, Sri Bhavani leads the organisation by helping in the betterment of the community and providing a beautiful, inclusive environment.
Social Handle: @solidarityfoundation
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