Black-Led, Trans-Led LGBTQ+ Center

On The South Side of Chicago

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The evening before Trans Day of Visibility we are ...

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Mar 23

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The evening before Trans Day of Visibility we are having our “Re-Introduction” event to invite the community back into the space after 3+ months of renovations, AND to celebrate Trans Day of Visibility… eve! We will be combining some of our favorite offerings: Vogue University, Barber shop, game night, pantry services, raffles and more! We will start at the BSA office at 3:00 p.m. and go untill 9p.m. (schedule in Eventbrite) Food and drinks will be provided We will also have volunteer sign up sheets for folks to sign up for various events we need support with for the rest of the year. Pull up with some friends and be with us in a new refreshed space with a new vibe and new vision. Please RVP for this free event (Link in Bio) via Eventbrite to help us get enough food and for accessibility information and requests. You can also find the schedule of events. . **Travel support available by request email Jae@bravespacealliance.org ***Masks are optional but strongly encouraged, please practice social distancing and mindfulness when interacting. Masks will be provided in the space.

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Mutha Marsha P, and the “P” is for PAY IT NO ...

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Mar 20

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Mutha Marsha P, and the “P” is for PAY IT NO MIND! Let this be an affirmation; against the hate, against the 425+ pieces of anti-LGBTQ+ legislation, and against the mobilization to erase, and oppress the trans identity. We pay homage to the bravery and resilience of our trancestor and how that paved the way for our liberation and freedoms today! #womenshistorymonth #getbrave #lgbtq🌈 #blacktranswomen #sayhername

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The Brave Space Alliance community believes that ...

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Mar 15

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The Brave Space Alliance community believes that the next mayor of Chicago must prioritize the safety and dignity of Black trans individuals, who face disproportionate levels of violence and discrimination in the city. However, it is not enough for the next mayor to simply address the needs of the LGBTQ+ community - true progress requires a commitment to the collective liberation of all Chicagoans. These amazing LGBTQ+ orgs have intentionally come together to make sure LGBTQ+ issues are a priority in Chicago! Thank you @almachicago1989 @the_caucus @affinitycommunityservices and @life.iswork 💪🏾🫶🏾🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ #chicagomayor #lgbtq🌈 #lgbtqrights

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We will be closed today, March 10th in order to ...

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Mar 10

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We will be closed today, March 10th in order to travel to Milwaukee to support our trans siblings. Join us as we honor the lives of Cashay and our other trans siblings that we’ve lost to violence against the trans community. Now, more than ever we MUST support the trans community. As we face harm and violence from our legislators and those who would rather not see us alive, let alone thriving, WE have to keep US safe! #justiceforcashay #getbrave

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Here at Brave Space Alliance, we are very ...

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Mar 9

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Here at Brave Space Alliance, we are very fortunate to have some amazing, phenomenal, and iconic woman dedicated to our mission. S/o to our board members, and our staff.🫶🏾🫶🏾🫶🏾💪🏾🫡🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈

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WE keep us fed and dignified! ...

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Mar 1

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WE keep us fed and dignified! 💪🏾🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈🫶🏾 Our community pantry is open Monday-Friday 10 am - 4 pm 1515 E. 52nd place 3rd floor. Check out the Dignity suite or get tested while you’re here. 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾Want to subscribe to liberation? Become a monthly donor to the pantry or host a pantry drive! #collectiveliberation #getbrave #chicago #lgbtq

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As a grantee of NIKE, Inc.’s Black Community ...

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Feb 20

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As a grantee of NIKE, Inc.’s Black Community Commitment, Brave Space Alliance is thrilled to join the 3rd year of this movement to advance equality at the national and local level across the US and in Chicago. Thank you @nike for continuing to celebrate and elevate the work we do. #givingback #abraverchicago

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Guess what? The Shop is open tomorrow (2.11)!! ...

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Feb 10

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Guess what? The Shop is open tomorrow (2.11)!! Come get fresh for Valentine’s Day 💖💘 @thegroomingartist_ will be ready with the clippers to get you looking good 👌🏾 Come by 80 E. Pershing Road tomorrow (10am-2pm) for a free cut and good conversation! *The Shop is open to folx of all gender expressions and identities!* . #abraverchicago #WeKeepUsFresh

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We will be closed on Tuesday (2/7) and Wednesday ...

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Feb 6

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We will be closed on Tuesday (2/7) and Wednesday (2/8) for a staff retreat! We will be taking some time to rest, build, and grow our connections. We will re-open on Thursday (2/9) and would love to see you!
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Brave Space Alliance was created to fill a gap in the organizing of and services to trans and gender-nonconforming people. Currently, very few LGBTQ social services or advocacy networks exist on the South and West Sides of Chicago. Furthermore, the few trans-specific resources in the city are located in majority-white neighborhoods on the North Side, which are inaccessible geographically, and also regularly result in the hyper-policing of trans people of color who attempt to access them.