Workshops

Defining your values is the cornerstone of building meaningful connections. For LGBTQIA+ women, this is particularly vital as many are navigating a newly discovered or openly embraced identity. Values help ground individuals in authenticity, ensuring that the relationships they pursue align with their core beliefs and what they deem essential in life—whether that’s honesty, kindness, activism, or a shared passion for growth. Understanding your values also creates a clear sense of self, which can make the dating process less overwhelming and more intentional.

Many LGBTQIA+ women entering the dating world may have spent years in relationships that didn’t fully meet their emotional or romantic needs due to societal expectations or internalized pressures. This clarity process is a chance to explore what they truly desire, whether that’s emotional intimacy, shared goals, or specific dynamics in a partnership. Articulating these needs early helps avoid settling for less and sets the stage for healthier, more fulfilling relationships

A well-crafted dating app profile is your digital first impression, and for LGBTQIA+ women, it’s an opportunity to express authenticity and stand out in a crowded space. A compelling profile balances vulnerability with confidence, highlights key interests, and gives potential matches a glimpse into what makes you unique. Tailoring your profile to reflect your identity and what you’re seeking in a partner helps attract people aligned with your values and desires.

Online dating can be both exhilarating and daunting, especially for those new to the LGBTQIA+ dating scene. Understanding the platforms, from their unique communities to safety measures, ensures a smoother experience. This topic includes practical tips like recognizing red flags, maintaining boundaries, and navigating the challenges of virtual versus in-person connections. Knowing how to approach online dating reduces frustration and increases the likelihood of meaningful matches.

Initiating and maintaining engaging conversations is a skill that fosters deeper connections. For LGBTQIA+ women, this is an opportunity to explore shared experiences and build rapport in ways that feel genuine. It’s about striking a balance between showing interest in the other person while revealing enough about yourself to create trust and curiosity. This skill is particularly helpful in overcoming initial awkwardness and moving toward authentic connection.

Ending connections with kindness and clarity is an essential skill in dating. LGBTQIA+ women, especially those new to dating, may find it difficult to let someone down without guilt or fear of hurting feelings. Learning how to communicate effectively and compassionately when a relationship isn’t working helps build confidence and mutual respect. This practice also reinforces personal boundaries and ensures you’re moving forward in ways that honor your emotional well-being.

Beyond these core topics, the course could delve into subjects like managing emotional vulnerability, navigating potential rejection, understanding attachment styles, addressing internalized biases, and balancing personal growth with the search for a partner. Each of these areas provides tools for creating connections that are not just romantic but affirming and empowering for LGBTQIA+ women stepping into this new chapter of their lives.

This event takes place over Zoom and will be recorded. Participants who cannot make one of the two dating sessions will have access to the recording. Please be prepared to write down notes. This event is open to women (cis or trans) or non-binary people who are comfortable in women’s spaces.