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Supporting LGBT+

Welcome to  OutWest 

OutWest is a Voluntary Social, Support and Advocacy Group for LGBT+ People in Connacht

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Your donation would be an amazing way to support the LGBT+ community in the West of Ireland. Your contribution will help create significant changes and progress in our community and support our local Drop In Centre.

Drop-in Centre Funds

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Upcoming Events

01 October 23

Free & Confidential Rapid HIV & Syphilis Testing

Free & Confidential Rapid HIV & Syphilis Testing Our team, in collaboration with Sexual Health West (SHW), are now providing free Rapid HIV & Syphilis Testing to people in Co. Mayo on…
01 October 23

Drop-in Centre

Our Drop-in Centre is open every Sunday from 2pm to 6pm in Ballina (see map HERE) Come enjoy a safe, welcoming and friendly space where you can socialise with other…

Latest News

Drop-in Centre in Ballina

There it is! Our team is delighted to anounce that our new Drop-in Centre located in Ballina (see map HERE) will be open every Sunday at the usual times, from 2pm to 6pm starting this Sunday 12th of March On the day, we will also have another session of SingOutWest Choir running from 4pm…

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Good News!

IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT Our Drop-in Centre is reopening in Le Cheile FRC Castlebar Let's see y'all this Sunday 29 January at our usual time 2pm - 6pm. Come chat, relax and enjoy a nice cuppa with us we can't wait to catch up with you all! For more information send us an email…

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New Merch

🏳️‍🌈 Get your hands on limited OutWest Magnetic Calendar 2023 🏳️‍🌈 Donate a minimum of €3 through our website and provide us with your name and postal address via email to [email protected], and we will send you your Magnetic Calendar with no additional postage costs. Get yours now while stocks last! Note: Calendar size: 13.3cm…

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Thoughts from a Member

My story…. Open the zip of the invisible bubble that surrounds you and step out into your world. Asleep, alone, eyes closed in an empty world of nothingness. I talked. I cried. I laughed. But was I different? Fun and games, laughs and tears like everyone else. But I was different. Why me?

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Past Gatherings

What you're Saying

Brilliant. Well done to you all. All the best with the drop in centre.

January 2020

Anonymous

You’re doing great work and volunteering. Kindest from Roscommon. Your chat line will be a tremendous lifeline to many. God bless, be safe and take care

March 2020

Anonymous

Coming from Achill Island to student life in Trinity was a very similar experience for me though in the late 70’s being gay wasn’t that easy in Dublin either. Thank god we’ve all moved on and grown up a lot as a nation.

January 2020

Anonymous

I feel like so many Elders of the LGBTA community get forgotten and left behind, it warms my heart when stuff like this is shared, they deserve all the love and happiness.

March 2020

Anonymous

The LGBT+ community needs OutWest.

July 2019

Anonymous

Love for one another, not hate or prejudice.

December 2019

Anonymous

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1 week ago

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🏳️‍⚧️ What do we have on this weekend?! 🏳️‍🌈 Join us Saturday at our LGBTeaQ+ coffee meet up in WB's Coffee House from 11am to 1pm ☕🍰On Sunday join us from 2pm-6pm at our Drop-in Centre for an afternoon filled with care and support! 🤗🏳️‍🌈For more information, visit www.outwest.ie or email [email protected] or call 087 972 5586#outwest #lgbtqia #coffeemeetup #dropincentre ... See MoreSee Less
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1 week ago

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Many thanks to CRCfm for giving their audience the opportunity to learn more about SingOutWest, first LGBT+ choir in the West of Ireland 🏳️‍🌈🎶Listen now Michael, music Director of SingOutWest❤️🧡💛💚💙💜 Sing Outwest Mayo Pride Glória LGBT+ Choir Sligo Pride LGBT Ireland Mayo North Tourism, Ireland Ballina 2023 Ballina.ie & Ballina Chamber of Commerce What's on in Castlebar ... See MoreSee Less
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2 weeks ago

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In collaboration with Sexual Health West, our trained testers are providing a free Rapid HIV & Syphilis Testing to people in Co. Mayo.📍 Location: Unit 6, Cualgara, Teeling Street, Ballina F26 XW65📆 Date: First Sunday of each month⏰ Time: 7pm - 8pmDrop-in anytime between 7pm and 8pm for a quick, free, and confidential service.For more information, please, send us an email to [email protected]Note: Our Centre is wheelchair accessible. No pets are allowed with the exception of Service dogs.Help us spread the word! 😊#OutWest #ballina #mayo #FreeRapidHIVTesting #CommunityHealth HIV Ireland LGBT Ireland Mayo Pride Ballina.ie & Ballina Chamber of Commerce Ballina 2023 Mayo North Tourism, Ireland Mayo Mental Health Association Mindspace Mayo ... See MoreSee Less
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2 weeks ago

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🏳️‍🌈 What a nice meet up we had last week enjoying delicious coffees in great company at WB's Coffee House! ☕There's nothing quite like the perfect blend of good friends and great coffee to make your week! Thanks to everyone who joined us - your company made it extra special. ☺️Guess what? We're back in just one week! 🗓️ Saturday 23 September, same place, same time, and the same fantastic coffee. ☕✨ Can't wait to see you all there! 🎉❤️#outwest #lgbtqplus #coffeemeetup #wbscoffeehouse ... See MoreSee Less
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2 weeks ago

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🏳️‍🌈 Looking for a laid-back way to spend your Sunday afternoon? Look no further! 🤗Our Drop-in Centre is here to provide you with a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere where you can kick back, unwind, and enjoy quality time. Join us for a leisurely day filled with good company and a variety of activities. 🎯🏓📍 Location: Unit 6, Cualgara, Teeling Street, Ballina F26 XW65📆 Date: Every Sunday⏰ Time: 2pm - 6pmWhether you're catching up with friends, making new ones, or simply enjoying a peaceful moment alone, our doors are open for you. 😊For more info visit www.outwest.ie or contact [email protected] / 087 972 5586#outwest #dropincentre ... See MoreSee Less
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