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Montezuma Youth Pride

Montezuma Youth Pride (MYP) is a church and community partnership offering supportive programming for LGBTQ2S+ youth in Montezuma County. 

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MYP offers weekly peer support groups for LGBTQ2S+ students and their allies at Southwest Open School, Montezuma-Cortez High School, Cortez Middle School, and Mancos Middle and High School for conversation, support, and community projects.

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We also coordinate free field trips and educational opportunities for LGBTQ2S+ youth, and can provide support to youth who are kicked out of their homes or need financial support to access basic necessities, educational resources, opportunities, or affirming care or experiences.

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MYP is funded through community donations and grants. Our supportive partner organizations include the School Community Youth Collaborative (SCYC), local AXIS employees, and Good Sam's Food Pantry.

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Join us for our Queer Ball on Friday, February 10th! This free event is for 2SLGBTQIA+ and allied youth and will be held in Cortez.

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Permission slips are required and rides are available with advance sign-up. Contact St. Barnabas or MYP directly at: montezumayouthprideoutreach@gmail.com.

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See you there!

See you at the Queer Ball!

Join our programs!

Are you a parent, family member, or youth who wants to:

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  • Attend a group?

  • Learn about field trips and other opportunities?

  • Start a group at your school?

  • Get more information about 2SLGBTQIA+ identities, including how to support your child or loved one?

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Contact us! We'd love to talk to you and get you connected.

Volunteer with MYP

MYP is always seeking dedicated community members to join our planning committee, and 2SLGBTQIA+ role models to serve as facilitators and chaperones for our programs! Our programs are largely volunteer run, but some small stipends are available for 2SLGBTQIA+ volunteers to make participation more accessible.

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Facilitators are vetted and trained by St. Barnabas and attend additional trainings to support participants' safety, mental health, confidence, and joy.

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If you'd like to get involved, contact us to learn more!

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