Rainbow Connections invites youth who identify under the 2SLGBTQ+ umbrella (2-spirited, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, asexual ++) to join an engaging leadership program where they have the chance to share their stories, connect with other 2SLGBTQ+ youth in the network, and have fun, all while supporting the New Mentality Network.
About the Program
The program is designed to support and foster connectivity and community 2SLGBTQ+ mental health advocacy in a way that centers 2SLGBTQ+ youth voices. The work the youth do at each meeting and the conversations they have will build towards the cumulative working towards the goal of creating a workshop or resource to help adult allies in the network and their communities better understand how to advocate for and support 2SLGBTQIA+ youth mental health.
The program will take place online through Zoom in order to ensure this opportunity is open to all 2SLGBTQ+ youth. Virtual tools such as Miro, and Zoom Whiteboards, etc., will be used to help facilitate conversation, connection, and learning.
- CMHO Certificate of Completion, recognizing your contribution
- Honorium: $100
HOSTING TEAM
The Rainbow Connections program is hosted by TNM Factilitators Raine (They/Them) and Cath Dyer (She/Her).
Raine Sparling
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Cath Dyer
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VOLUNTEER OPPOUTUNITY
Program Youth Advisor
Toronto, Ontario | Virtual | Honorium $800
The New Mentality is looking for 2 Youth advisors to support the Rainbow Connections Program for youth who identify as a 2SLGBTQ+. The Rainbow Connection is an 11-week youth leadership program that encourages youth to connect, share their stories, and share what they think is most important for The New Mentality network to understand about 2SLGBTQ+ youth mental health advocacy.
Please note that our organization does not directly provide mental health services.
To find a Children’s Mental Health Centre near you, click here.
If you are in a crisis, please call 911 or go to your nearest Emergency Department.
OUR HEADQUARTERS
2305 - 180 Dundas Street West
Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5G 1Z8