The Queer Family has run its first programs over the holidays at their new home, The Farmhouse, in Mullumbimby, after having been impacted by the 2022 floods at their previous location.
Thanks to a recent InGrained Foundation, Stone & Wood grant, they have been provided with 12 months free rent at The Farmhouse, and are looking ahead to the next 12 months of creating a safe space for anyone who is queer or questioning.
‘We are starting up a range of events and activities like a book club, garden club, and activities to engage with young people and the broader queer community,’ Queer Family managing director, Aiden Gentle told The Echo.
‘Thanks to the Office of Regional Youth and Create NSW, we’ve been doing ‘hangs’ – creating a safe space in Ballina and Mullum for young people to hang, and meet other young people, and explore their identities’.
Aiden said that they have a great art studio and gardens at The Farmhouse, and are excited about the potential co-creating programs and opportunities with the community.
‘People can come and create the space with us and create the magic together,’ explained Aiden.
‘Our vision is around reducing social isolation, and building community.’
They are currently setting up, so people are encouraged to join the mailing list: [email protected], or find out more on their social networks.
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