A space for belonging.

inclusion tennessee is eager to realize our communities vision of establishing a fully operational and state of the art, LGBTQIA+ community center for the Nashville region.

This groundbreaking initiative will create a vibrant hub of services, a welcoming gathering space, and a platform for fostering community connections. The center, conceived as a safe haven, will offer a broad range of resources tailored to the LGBTQIA+ community's needs, including health services, educational programs, and support groups.

It will also host social interactions, cultural events, and workshops to promote understanding and inclusivity. Our aspiration is not just to create a physical space, but to build a dynamic community ecosystem offering support, empowerment, and a sense of belonging. By actualizing this vision, we aim to strengthen our community's fabric and profoundly impact the lives of LGBTQIA+ individuals in Nashville and beyond.

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DID YOU KNOW?

Nashville is one of the Top 20 largest cities in the United States,
yet, it is the ONLY city in the Top 20 that does not have
a dedicated LGBTQ+ community center.

As Nashville continues to grow, the needs of our community members evolve, and we see that programs, services, and resources for our diverse populations are necessary.  From spaces for learning to safe gathering opportunities to engaging in art or learning a new skill, a community center specifically dedicated to LGBTQ+ people can provide respite and safety and an overarching sense of welcome and care that could not be found elsewhere. 

Programs designed for gathering.

In every aspect of life – where we live, where we work, and where we play – we are at our best when we are equipped with the tools necessary to succeed. However, it's an unfortunate reality that many members of our community often feel under-equipped or excluded. They express that they lack access to vital educational resources or feel unwelcome or unsure about participating in various community education offerings. These offerings can range from financial empowerment education, which provides critical knowledge and skills for economic self-sufficiency, to tools that help navigate the often complex offerings from government programs.

Our goal at inclusion tennessee is to address this issue head-on, through our mpwrmnt programming. We strive to create and collaborate with entities that are offering socially competent programs and solutions. These are not just generic offerings, but rather they are tailored and sensitive to the unique needs and experiences of the LGBTQIA+ community. We aim to ensure that these programs not only provide the necessary knowledge and tools but also do so in an environment that is affirming and welcoming.

We believe in the value of each individual's lived experience, and we understand the importance of making sure that our programming reflects this belief. By doing this, we hope to foster an environment of inclusion where every member of the LGBTQIA+ community feels seen, heard, and supported in their journey.

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Building an LGBTQIA+ Community Center for all of us.

In 2022, we partnered with the Civic Design Center to help our community envision what an LGBTQIA+ Community Center could look like and be in Nashville. We released the findings in Spring of 2023 and are actively searching for a home for a new facility.