Welcome to the new Identity Website!
Identity is a youth/teen center for people ages 14-20. We are a "safe space" for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer or Questioning individuals but also welcome any youth in general.
Identity is located at 206 State State street in Binghamton NY
Please bear with us, as some parts of the site might be under construction. Check back frequently for additions and improvements.
Coming Up at Identity!
(Scroll down for special event information!)
Wednesday May 16th: Open discussion!
Come this Wednesday to be part of our "Open discussion" Beyond the Rainbow wall. There is no specific topic but that is a great opportunity to talk about things YOU want to talk about. They can be exciting, proud moments, or something you need support on, or just to talk and see what comes up.
We are open 2:30-8
This discussion will be from 5-6.
Friday, May 18th!
Come enjoy our usual Friday fun. Play some games, eat some pizza and other snacks, make some art, and just hang out with friends and come meet some new people.
We are open from 2:30-10pm!
Identity is a community teen center for lesbian, gay, bisexual, same gender loving, transgender, and questioning youth and their straight allies in the Southern Tier of New York State. Identity serves as a safe place for LGBTQ teens ages 14-20 to find support, ask questions, hang out, and express themselves. We also provide resources, education and support to the families, friends, and allies of LGBTQ teens, and access to education, health care, and social service providers wanting to better serve youth.
Find us at 206 State Street in downtown Binghamton—drop by and check us out, or contact us for more info.
Our Hours:
Wednesday 2:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Friday 2:30 PM to 10:00 PM
(Except for special events!)
Bi Weekly:
Identity Now helps hold a Transgender support group every other Thursday! This group is for anyone of any age who identifies as transgender, genderqueer, gender noncomforming, gender questioning, or anything inside or outside of the gender "spectrum". Meetings are from 6-7pm at Identity (206 state street) and is facilitated by a someone who identifies as Transgender themselves. This meets Biweekly! This support group is 100% FREE
Next Meeting is May 10th at 6pm!
The times and days may be subject to change so check in or calls us to find out more.
More information and contact info will be coming soon. Thank you.
Weekly Programs:
Wednesday
5-6:00 PM: Beyond the Rainbow Wall
Friday
3:00 PM - 5:30 PM: Art group
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM:Optional movie!
(Times are subject to change once and awhile. Check updates on our various social networking sites or on the calender to be aware of any changes)
Questions? Ask us anything!
