The Pride Hangout, a part of OCDSB’s 2021 Pride Month activities, was another event to create safe and supportive spaces that empower students to connect, share, and celebrate together as a community. Students of all ages attended this virtual hangout which was held on June 22nd from 7:00 p.m. to 9 p.m.
The feedback from the Rainbow Youth Forum was that students wanted more such events and spaces where they can connect, share, and learn about 2SLGBTQ+ culture.
We were glad to facilitate this hangout where students met each other, shared what their school’s GSA had been up to, discussed what 2SLGBTQ+ space they wanted to create for next year, talked about what they are excited about for the summer or just listened to what others were sharing. This was their space to celebrate together and another platform to express themselves, support each other, and think about how we can make OCDSB schools safe and inclusive.