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Black-Led, Trans-Led LGBTQ+ Center

On The South Side of Chicago

Providing affirming, culturally
competent, for-us by-us resources. 

Providing affirming, culturally competent, for-us by-us resources.

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The free Shop is open today(1.25 from 12-4pm). ...

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Jan 25

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The free Shop is open today(1.25 from 12-4pm). Niko is our featured barber for today! Come through and get fresh! 💈 

#abraverchicago #WeKeepUsFresh

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Introducing 🚨ON THE RADAR 🚨 This is an ...

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Jan 23

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Introducing 🚨ON THE RADAR 🚨 This is an initiative to keep our community engaged, educated, and excited. We’ll be bringing you updates about entertainment, news events, and more! 

Here is the first edition! Swipe through to see what’s on BSA’s radar this month!!
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#news #abraverchicago

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We are devoted to making intentional decisions ...

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We are devoted to making intentional decisions that foster thriving LGBTQ+ communities. Our services and our mission reflect a dedication to the sustainability, growth, and development of strong LGBTQ+ communities that utilize the innate strengths and knowledge that exists amongst our community. Join us as we foster a Braver Chicago.

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HUGE TRANS POLICY WIN!! 🏳️‍⚧️

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Jan 14

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HUGE TRANS POLICY WIN!! 🏳️‍⚧️ 

ILLINOIS, YOUR GOVERNOR JB PRIZTKER HAS SIGNED THE ACT ENSURING STATE PROTECTION FOR GENDER AFFIRMING CARE AND REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH CARE IN ILLINOIS STATE LAW. THIS ACT ENSURES THAT TRANS PEOPLE IN AND OUTSIDE OF ILLINOIS HAVE LEGALLY PROTECTED ACCESS TO MEDICAL CARE IN THIS STATE. MORE CALLS
TO ACTION COMING SOON! JOIN BSA’S DIGNITY CIRCLE TO SUPPORT OUR ADVOCACY WORK ON BEHALF OF TRANS PEOPLE:
WWW. BRAVESPACEALLIANCE.
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Dignity = possibilities for thriving! The Dignity ...

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Jan 13

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Dignity = possibilities for thriving! The Dignity Circle is open to supporters of Brave Space Alliance who contribute $86 or more per month. Dignity Circle members receive additional opportunities to interface with BA's staff and community members. Please consider supporting and sustaining BSA with a recurring donation! Learn more at our website (link can be found in our bio).
#thrivenotjustsurvive #dignity #investindignity #abraverchicago

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Let’s give a warm welcome to Kimea (They/She), ...

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Jan 10

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Let’s give a warm welcome to Kimea (They/She), our new Executive Assistant to the Interim CEO! Kimea is a bright force and brings lots of laughs, good vibes, and unapologetic energy to the space. ✨ We are incredibly happy to have Kimea on the team and couldn’t do things without them!! Thanks for all you do! Welcome, Kimea!!!!

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Brave Space Alliance has been made aware of active...

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Jan 4

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Brave Space Alliance has been made aware of active discussions to exclude protections for trans people and gender-affirming care from pending legislation that would protect healthcare and reproductive rights access in Illinois. Ultimately, we are calling on Governor JB Pritzker, and all members of the Illinois General Assembly to not back down on passing protections for transgender and non-binary Illinoisians during the 2023 legislative session. We are asking our community to call JB Pritzker,  Speaker Chris Welch, Senate President Don Harmon, your state representative, and your senator to demand that they protect trans and non-binary Illinoisians!

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We have a new website! 😍 Visit today to learn ...

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Jan 4

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We have a new website! 😍 Visit today to learn more about Brave Space Alliance, sign up to volunteer, or make a donation!

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Happy Holidays from Brave Space Alliance! Thank ...

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Dec 25

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Happy Holidays from Brave Space Alliance! Thank you all for such an amazing year. We love the work that we do and appreciate all the support that we’ve gotten from the community. Big thank you to those of you who continue to stay on the journey towards liberation with us. Here’s to another year of brave spaces and an overall Brave New Day!

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We are extremely saddened by the news of the ...

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Dec 24

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We are extremely saddened by the news of the murder of our Philadelphian trans sibling and activist, Mar’Quis Jackson. Known to his friends and family as MJ, and described by his twin as “full of life and love, he spent his life fighting for the rights and liberation of trans folks. Now more than ever, hold your community close! Say his name. Rest in power MJ. 🏳️‍⚧️

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Please join us in welcoming two new phenomenal ...

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Dec 20

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Please join us in welcoming two new phenomenal folks to our team -- Jenna (any pronouns with respect) and Kendall (he/him)! Jenna is our new Development Associate and brings an amazing warm and healing energy to our team. Kendall, our new HIV Program Coordinator, brings style and poise to the office. They've both already done so many great things for the community and we are beyond excited to have them on board with the BSA team! Welcome, Jenna and Kendall!

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Holiday Edition BIPOC Harvest Bags brought to you ...

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Dec 19

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Holiday Edition BIPOC Harvest Bags brought to you by Brave Space Alliance × @freshertogether x @chifoodsovereignty!! 100 FREE bags of local produce will be handed out - first come, first served - on December 20th at 1 pm at 2120 E. 71st Street! All produce comes from local BIPOC farmers and this round of bags include chickens for the holiday!
Support local farmers and come get some fresh produce!! #FresherTogether #eatlocal

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Join us in wishing a very very happy birthday to ...

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Dec 14

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Join us in wishing a very very happy birthday to our amazing interim CEO, @djdapper_chicago!!! Jae, thank you for all that you do for your community and your people. You work tirelessly to uplift people and your dedication does not go unnoticed. You are loved, you are appreciated, you are revered. Thank you for giving our community care in the ways that you do. Happy birthday, Jae! 🥳

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The Brave Space Alliance Prevention with Care ...

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Dec 12

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The Brave Space Alliance Prevention with Care Program is geared towards providing trans people with HIV prevention resources and education as a tool for self-empowerment and self-advocacy. It will work directly with trans folks and partner organizations to fight back against the systemic stigma and discrimination that is widespread in our community. For more questions or to inquire about HIV testing, please get in touch with our HIV Program Coordinator at kendall@bravespacealliance.org

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The Shop will be open THIS Saturday (12.10 from ...

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Dec 8

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The Shop will be open THIS Saturday (12.10 from 10am-2pm) and next Wednesday (12.14 from 12-4pm). On Saturday, the one and only @thegroomingartist_ will be our featured barber at 80 E. Pershing Road (the entry code is #103). Very talented Niko is coming into The Shop on Wednesday (at 2747 W. 79th Street). These will be our last Shop sessions until the New Year, so make sure you come through and get fresh!

#abraverchicago #WeKeepUsFresh

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Happy Pansexual Pride day!

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Dec 8

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Happy Pansexual Pride day!

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Brave Space Alliance is seeking to build ...

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Dec 8

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Brave Space Alliance is seeking to build intentional relationships with Queer, Trans, and LGBTQ+ artists. We are looking for artists of all mediums (music, film, visual, graphic design, architecture, sculpting,  photography, etc.). If you are interested in being a part of this database and/or working with us, please fill out the Google form that can be found on our Linktree.

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We just got a HUGE restock from our friends at ...

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Dec 7

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We just got a HUGE restock from our friends at @stealthbrosco! We have all three colors of the new "I Am Me" Jr. Dopp kit collection, sharps disposals, and sharps shuttles. These supplies are great for folks undergoing hormone therapy -- or anyone who needs to store/dispose of needles safely -- and make storage, travel, and usage much more convenient and compact! We want to ensure that our community members can use and store their supplies with dignity (and style)!

Come in to BSA Monday-Friday between 10-4:30 to grab some free gear from Stealth Bros or utilize any of our other resources! P.S. The Shop (our free barbershop) will be open Saturday from 10 am - 2 pm at 2747 W. 79th Street.

*Don't forget: the center will be closed for The Holidays from December 21 - January 2nd. If you need services, please try to come in as soon as possible.

#Dignity #WeKeepUsSafe

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Collaboration will free us all! Happy Wednesday ...

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Dec 7

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Collaboration will free us all! Happy Wednesday y’all! For the first time ever in Chicago, trans led orgs came together for a weekend of resilience to honor TDOR in ways that felt empowering to our community. Our collab with our friends at the @chitherapycollective  and @life.iswork  marks a new era, one where intentional partnerships are at the forefront.  Thank you to all of our sponsors for TDOR weekend as well! Special thanks to the @dusablemuseum 🫶🏾 Recap video coming soon! Lets all get to work on a braver Chicago! 
P/c @tori_the_creator7 
#abravenewday #lgbtqia #lgbtqcenter #bravespace #getbrave

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Brave Space Alliance is opening up our Annual Coat...

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Dec 6

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Brave Space Alliance is opening up our Annual Coat Drive!
We are collecting new or gently used winter coats along with other cold weather gear in both Adult and Children's sizes (must be free of stains or rips) from December through March.
You can drop off and pick up coats here at Brave Space! We already have some great donations from @patagoniachicago and @stonewallfoundation ready for community to pick up!
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#clothingdrive #coats #wintergear #coatdrive #bravespacealliance
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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.

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  • OFFICES:
    1515 E 52nd Place 3rd Floor
    Chicago, IL 60615
    (872) 333-5199
  • HOURS OF OPERATION:
    Mon 9am - 5pm
    Tues 12:30pm - 5pm
    Wed 9am - 5pm
    Thurs 9am - 5pm
    Fri 9am - 3pm
    Sat 10am - 3pm
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Brave Space Alliance is the first Black-led, trans-led LGBTQ+ Center located on the South Side of Chicago, and designed to create and provide affirming and culturally competent services for the entire LGBTQ+ community of Chicago.

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