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The Naming Project

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The Naming Project is a Christian ministry serving youth of all sexual and gender identities. We provide a safe place for youth who are gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning or allied to learn, grow, and share their experiences. In this way, The Naming Project is a space in which youth can comfortably discuss faith and who they understand themselves to be and how they relate to God and the rest of the world.

The Naming Project is a Christian ministry that walks with youth wherever they are on their own faith journey. Youth from around the country attend our summer camp, and we communicate with youth, parents, pastors, youth workers, and others who care for LGBTQ youth.

Please note that this organization does not have a specific location, and the location shown on the map is approximate.

https://www.thenamingproject.org/about/

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Gardena Buddisht Church - Ichi-Mi

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The Gardena Buddhist Church was established in 1926 by the Japanese immigrants of the Gardena Valley in Southern California. Buddhism readily adapts itself to a new land, blending in some of the native cultures and customs into the traditional Buddhist teachings. Buddhism in America is no exception: although of Japanese origin and tradition, we have blended American culture and customs into our services and have created a uniquely American Buddhism of Japanese origin.

https://www.gardenabuddhistchurch.org/ichi-mi

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The Queer Ismaili

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Support organization for Queer Ismaili’s. Trans inclusive with a public discussion forum. Mya be useful for public resources and background info on non-western religious affirmation movements.

Please note that this organization does not have a specific location, and the location shown on the map is approximate.

https://thequeerismaili.wordpress.com

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Shir Libeynu

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Affiriming Jewish Synagogue established by Jewish lesbains in the 90s; Cofounder and retired rabbi Emerita Dr. Aviva Goldberg, current leader: Cantor cheryl Wunch. "Toronto’s longest-running, intentionally LGBTQ+-inclusive synagogue.” Pride service every June and trans friendly. Hosts “B’Mitzvah” as a gender neutral allternative to Bar or Bat matzvahs

https://shirlibeynu.ca

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United Jewish Federation of Greater Toronto

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Provides space for people to network, advocate, strengthen the Jewish 2SLGBTQ+ community and make an impact.

Please note that this organization does not have a specific location, and the location shown on the map is approximate.

https://www.jewishtoronto.com/pride-resources

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Affirming Connections

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Affirming Connections strengthens and amplifies the affirming voices and actions of fully inclusive faith and spiritual communities and people in Central and Southern Alberta, and beyond. Together, we proactively reach out and work alongside allies and individuals in the 2SLGBTQIA+ (Two Spirit, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex, Asexual) community. We value activism in the public square, and offer educational and advocacy opportunities to those seeking to become more inclusive and Affirming, and support and resources to those seeking to accept their own queer and faith identities.

Please note that this organization does not have a specific location, and the location shown on the map is approximate.

https://affirmingconnections.com/

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Midles Nadal JCC: LGBTQ+ at the J

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At LGBTQ+ at the J there is no right way to be Queer, and no right way to be Jewish; there's certainly no right way to be both. Our programs aim to support diverse, pluralistic, and accessible community at the intersection of LGBTQ+ and Jewish identities and experiences. We bring Queerness into Jewish moments and bring Jewishness into Queer life, striving for spaces where everybody can bring their full self. We both celebrate and amplify LGBTQ+ Jewish people and stories, in recognition of their inherent value.

https://www.mnjcc.org/lgbtq

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House of Rainbow

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House of Rainbow, founded by Reverend Jide Macaulay in 2006, began as a weekly gathering for LGBTIQ+ Christians in Lagos, Nigeria, and was soon labeled by the media as 'Nigeria's First Gay Church.' Despite facing intimidation and death threats, the organization highlighted the need for support for LGBTIQ+ people of faith. Jide relocated to the UK to expand House of Rainbow into a global organization, now based in London, supporting sister organizations in 22 countries across Africa and the Caribbean. Today, House of Rainbow is a leading advocate for LGBTIQ+ people of faith, fostering dialogue between them and religious leaders to break down barriers and build understanding.

https://www.houseofrainbow.org/

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Global Interfaith Network

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The criminalization of LGBTI identities, justified by religious and cultural claims, leads to persecution, especially in the Global South. The 2012 ILGA World Conference focused on the experiences of LGBTI people of faith from the Global South, leading to the creation of the Global Interfaith Network (GIN). GIN provides a safe space to share best practices, develop resources, and strategize for decriminalization. It aims to be relevant to all faiths and contexts. The 2014 Johannesburg conference continued this mission, maintaining an accessible online community to support Global South LGBTI people of faith.

https://gin-ssogie.org/

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GALVA-108

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GALVA-108 is an international organization dedicated to the teachings of Lord Caitanya, the importance of all-inclusiveness within His mission and the Vedic concept of a natural third gender. Its purpose is to help educate Vaishnavas, Hindus and the public in general about the "third sex" (LGBTIQ+ persons) as described in Vedic literatures.

Please note that this organization does not have a specific location, and the location shown on the map is just a placeholder.

https://galva108.org

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Jewish Queer Youth

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JQY (Jewish Queer Youth) supports and empowers LGBTQ Jewish youth with a special focus on teens and young adults from Orthodox, Chassidic, and Sephardi/Mizrahi communities. JQY fights to ensure the emotional and physical health and safety of this population. Our goal is for all these individuals to know: You are a valued member of the Jewish community and you are not alone.

https://jqy.org

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Eshel

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Eshel's mission is to create a future for Orthodox lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender individuals, and their families. Through its innovative and culturally sensitive programming, Eshel works with each individual, family, and community in creating a place for their LGBTQ members. Eshel envisions a world where Orthodox LGBTQ individuals can live out their lives in the Orthodox communities of their choice.

The location on the map is not accurate. Please note that this organization has multiple locations around the world. Please visit the website below to learn more.

https://www.eshelonline.org

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SVARA

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SVARAs mission is to empower queer and trans people to expand Torah and tradition through the spiritual practice of Talmud study. We understand the Jewish tradition not as a static inheritance but rather a flexible, adaptive legacy committed to change. By studying the ways the Rabbis overturned and upgraded their laws to create a more just society for their time, our students uncover pathways to make similar change in our own time.

Please note that this organization does not have a specific location, and the location shown on the map is approximate.

https://svara.org/

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Keshet

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Keshet envisions a world in which all LGBTQ Jews and our families can live with full equality, justice, and dignity. By strengthening Jewish communities and equipping Jewish organizations with the skills and knowledge they need to make all LGBTQ Jews feel welcome, we work to ensure the full equality of all LGBTQ Jews and our families in Jewish life. We also create spaces in which all queer Jewish youth feel seen and valued and advance LGBTQ rights nationwide.

https://www.keshetonline.org

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JQ International

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JQ envisions a world where all LGBTQ+ Jews feel a strong sense of self, pride, and community - a place where LGBTQ+ Jews and our allies are supported by those that embrace our needs and celebrate our unique. identities. Through community building, educational programs, and support services, JQ creates a joyful and healthy future for LGBTQ+ Jews and their loved ones to connect, learn, and thrive.


https://jqinternational.org/

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Toronto Buddhist Church

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Founded in 1947, TBC is a temple in the Jodo Shinshu tradition of Pure Land Buddhism. Jodo Shinshu is the largest school of Buddhism in Japan, and was the first to organize temples in Canada (1905). Today we are an integrated sangha with a Japanese Canadian base and members from many backgrounds.

https://tbc.on.ca/about-us/tbc-and-lgbtq/

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National LGBTQ Task Force

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We are the National LGBTQ Task Force, the country's oldest national LGBT® rights organization. Our history illustrates the decades of effort led by our organizers, who used their knowledge, passion, and energy to lay the groundwork for the LGBTQ rights movement of the 21st century. Our history tells our story and shapes our vision for the future-to build a bold, inclusive, and intersectional world where everyone is free to be their authentic self.

https://www.thetaskforce.org/programs/queering-faith/