Our Mission statement: (This is just a quick ramble, more later). Welcome J We are two young women from Co. Down with varying degrees of sexuality conflict. Our motivation is based on our own experiences of the "scene" and the lack of focused attention towards those of us just coming to terms with our sexuality, or those of us who are still confused. We aim to provide a friendly, confidential (cyber, for now) haven for young LGBT people and those who want to know more about LGBT issues. We are not exclusively for homosexuals of either gender; you are welcome to contact us regardless of your age, sexuality or gender identity. We are not in opposition to any of the queer/gay organisations in northern Ireland at all we simply felt we'd like somewhere dedicated and active for younger people. There are a lot of great organisations out there, as well as club nights, phone lines etc, which we will (eventually) have extensive links for. While we are still getting off the ground, we need a bit of patience yeah, we're lazy. Yeah, we have exams. Anyone who can give us a hand just email queeryouthni@yahoo.com Eventually our site should contain extensive information on all varients of sexuality and gender conflict, as well as information on welcoming, pro-LGBT but non-LGBT organisations and groups. We want to provide information for those thinking of coming out, as well as for those dealing with a loved one dropping that particular bombshell. Visibility is important, and we should eventually sort out media contacts (all confidential of course) and links to important sites, as well as articles of interest. Eventually I hope there'll be some paper-distribution, maybe a zine and a couple of books/cds/movies, but that will take time and money, so don't hold your breath. In the mean time (depending on demand) there should come some free resources online and hopefully on paper for those who request it. Finally please don't be offended if we take a while getting back to you we are busy laydees, not always with a lot of time on our hands. I'm sure there will be times when one of us is more involved than the other, and times when neither of us can do much (like now, for example). Please be patient! Your anonymity is guaranteed here, as is ours until we choose to change that. We also hope to provide a bit o' humour, and a not-strictly-business atmosphere. Its not all soul-searching and guilty looks when your spider sense tingles, yanno. J Kit QYINI
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