LGBTQ+ · Miami

Community Groups in Miami

LGBTQ+ book clubs, social groups, advocacy, and more — curated by The Gay Agenda.

Community Groups

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Alliance for LGBTQ Youth

Nonprofit providing free affirming mental health care, family support, advocacy training, and youth leadership programs for LGBTQ youth and their families in South Florida. Founded in 2006.

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AQUA Foundation for Women

Supports South Florida's LGBTQ+ women, non-binary, transgender, and intersex community through scholarships, mentorship, grants, TransCon conference, Family Connections BBQ, and the LGBTQ Youth Homelessness Initiative.

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Care Resource

Community health center providing comprehensive primary care, HIV/STI testing and counseling, psychosocial services, and case management for the LGBTQ+ community across multiple South Florida locations.

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Equality Florida

Florida's largest civil rights organization securing full equality for the LGBTQ community through education, grassroots organizing, coalition building, and lobbying. Over 25,000 members in Miami-Dade County.

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Essential Haus

Miami-based nonprofit working toward opening an LGBTQ-safe shelter for victims of domestic violence and homelessness, providing critical support for those in same-sex relationships experiencing abuse.

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FOO Society

Provides a growing network of support for LGBTQ+ youth in South Miami-Dade County through volunteer opportunities, counseling, and emergency resources including housing, mental health services, and employment support.

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Gay Vista Social Club

A 501(c)(7) nonprofit social organization building friendships throughout South Florida for the LGBTQ+ community. Provides programs and social events as an alternative to nightclub/bar scene, serving all age groups.

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Greater Miami LGBTQ Chamber of Commerce

The largest LGBTQ+ chamber of commerce in Miami-Dade County, promoting a unified LGBTQ-friendly business and professional community. Hosts networking events, educational workshops, and advocates for workplace equality.

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Latinos Salud

Community-based organization founded in 2008 serving Latino and minority GBTQ communities in South Florida. Provides HIV testing, PrEP, healthcare, peer leadership programs, and creates safe spaces for Latino gay men and partners.

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Maven Leadership Collective

Social impact organization investing in queer and trans people of color who want to become social impact leaders. Offers professional development, wellness programs, and leadership seminars in South Florida.

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Miami Beach Pride

Miami's annual LGBTQ+ pride celebration featuring a parade along Ocean Drive, weekend parties, performances, and a pride festival with local vendors and community organizations.

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OUT South Florida Network

One of the largest LGBTQ+ social network meetup groups in South Florida. Partners with OUTshine Film Festival to host movie nights, happy hours, dinners, and social networking events across Miami and Fort Lauderdale.

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OUTshine Film Festival

South Florida's premier LGBTQ+ film festival, producing two annual large-scale festivals in Miami and Fort Lauderdale since 1998. Inspires, entertains, and educates through international and culturally diverse LGBTQ+ cinema.

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PFLAG South Miami

Local chapter of the national organization uniting LGBTQ+ people with families, friends, and allies through support, education, and advocacy. Provides a safe space for parents and families of LGBTQ+ individuals.

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Pridelines

Miami-Dade's only LGBTQ Community Center, founded in 1982. Provides youth programs, support groups, scholarships, peer counseling, free HIV/STI testing, and safe living arrangements for displaced LGBTQ youth through Project S.A.F.E.

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PRISM Florida

Works to expand access to LGBTQ-inclusive education and sexual health resources for youth in South Florida. Ensures everyone feels included regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

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Safe Schools South Florida

Established in 1991, a pioneering advocacy organization ensuring LGBTQ+ students are supported in safe educational environments. Provides resources, training for educators, and scholarships for LGBTQ+ youth in Miami-Dade County.

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SAVE LGBTQ

South Florida's longest-serving LGBTQ advocacy organization. Protects the community against discrimination through political engagement, community outreach, and endorsement of political candidates.

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StartOut Rising South Florida

StartOut's South Florida chapter for LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs and professionals. Hosts networking events and resources to help LGBTQ+ founders start, grow, and scale their businesses.

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The McKenzie Project

Uplifts individuals aged 14 and above within the Black TGNCNB+ and LGBTQIA+ community across Miami-Dade and Broward County, with emphasis on those experiencing homelessness and/or involved in sex work.

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The Our Fund Foundation

LGBTQ community foundation providing grants for arts & culture, health equity, and community programs. Partners with The Miami Foundation and National LGBTQ Task Force to fund South Florida LGBTQ+ organizations.

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Transinclusive Group

Hosts one of the largest transgender support groups in South Florida since 2017. Provides a safe, welcoming, and inclusive space with twice-monthly peer-led meetings covering health and wellness, social justice, and advocacy.

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TransSOCIAL Inc

Nonprofit advocating for trans visibility and unity. Offers assistance with legal name/gender marker changes, referrals to trans-competent healthcare professionals, and trans-focused cultural sensitivity training for schools.

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Urban Health Partnerships

Invests in communities by co-designing sustainable change and promoting health and well-being across the life span, with a focus on LGBTQ+ health equity in South Florida.

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Wynwood Pride

Brings Pride celebrations to Miami's Wynwood neighborhood, spotlighting local businesses and integrating shops and bars into the pride experience. Celebrates LGBTQ+ culture in one of Miami's most vibrant arts districts.

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YES Institute

Works to prevent suicide and foster healthy development of youth through communication and education on gender and orientation. Offers courses, workplace training, and resources for parents, families, businesses, and schools in English and Spanish.

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