Boston’s LGBTQIA2S+ Immigrant Networking Panel

Boston’s LGBTQIA2S+ Immigrant Networking Panel

  • ALL AGES

Developing a Queer-Immigrant Consciousness: Ecosystem Building, Care, and Integration

Date and time

Thursday, May 29 · 5 - 7pm EDT

Location

Civic Pavilion

5 Congress Street Boston, MA 02203

About this event

  • Event lasts 2 hours
  • ALL AGES

Join us for an evening of storytelling, connection, and community building as we explore the real-life experiences of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer/Questioning, Intersex, Asexual, Two-Spirit immigrants in Boston.

This event kicks off both Pride Month and Immigrant Heritage Month, centering the lived journeys of queer immigrants and the unique challenges and strengths they bring to our city.

What to Expect:

  • Networking: Meet like-minded members of the LGBTQIA2S+ and immigrant communities.
  • Panel Discussion + Q&A :
    Hear personal stories and expert insights from community leaders navigating:
  • Employment and systems
  • Health and education services
  • Building supportive community networks
  • Interpretation available upon request

    Refreshments and food provided

Themes We’ll Explore:

  • Intersectional Realities: How race, class, gender, and other identities intersect in the queer immigrant experience.
  • Economic & Social Integration: Barriers and opportunities in employment, financial security, and belonging.
  • Building Supportive Ecosystems: Creating networks of care, advocacy, and community-based solutions.
  • Healing & Collective Care: Mental health, trauma recovery, and holistic community support.

Why This Matters:This event centers voices that are often underrepresented and misunderstood. Through shared stories and discussion, we hope to create a space that celebrates identity, builds belonging, and inspires action.

Accessibility Note: The space is wheelchair accessible. If you have specific access needs (including interpretation), please let us know during registration.

RSVP now to be part of this important conversation and community space.


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