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OutCenter of Southwest Michigan
About OutCenter of Southwest Michigan
Serving the Benton Harbor, Michigan community and beyond, OutCenter of Southwest Michigan stands as a vital resource for LGBTQ+ individuals and their families seeking acceptance, understanding, and support. As a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization led by LGBTQ+ community members and allies, OutCenter is rooted in the belief that every person deserves to feel safe and comfortable within their community.
The organization's mission extends beyond individual support to transforming Southwest Michigan into a more inclusive and equitable region. OutCenter prioritizes three core values: education that fosters understanding across civic and personal spheres, empathy that creates genuine dialogue between community members and institutions, and equity that amplifies and values the voices of all LGBTQ+ people. By combining grassroots support with strategic advocacy, OutCenter works to change hearts, minds, and policies at local and statewide levels.
What distinguishes OutCenter is its deep commitment to rural LGBTQ+ communities and its recognition of intersectionality within the broader LGBTQ+ population. The organization recognizes that LGBTQ+ individuals have diverse needs and identities, and programming is designed to uplift and support people in living their most authentic lives. Through community health equity initiatives, social programming, and volunteer opportunities, OutCenter continues to make measurable progress in creating an inclusive Southwest Michigan where kids, families, employers, and employees benefit from greater acceptance and understanding.