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Open and Affirming Sexual Orientation
Gender Identity Support

Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgendered, intersex, or questioning (LGBTIQ)? 13-21 years of age? If so, OASOS is here for you! We provide FREE and CONFIDENTIAL weekly support groups for LGBTIQ youth, ages 20 and under, in Boulder County. Groups are fun, supportive, and educational and are led by OASOS staff and trained volunteers.

Current, local data shows that lesbian, gay, bisexual, and questioning youth are at a higher risk than their heterosexual peers for substance abuse, assault, suicide, dropping out of school, and homelessness. Support programs made up of other youth facing the same issues are proven to reduce these risk factors. OASOS works to ensure that every youth has the support and resources necessary to live healthy, happy lives.

For more information or for directions to OASOS groups, please call: (303) 678-6259.

In addition to the groups, OASOS offers the following FREE and CONFIDENTIAL direct services for youth:

  • Crisis counseling and referral.
  • Free on-site HIV testing and counseling.
  • Community events, such as camping trips, youth cabarets, and other fun activities.

In conjunction with the OASOS Program, Boulder County Public Health offers training on LGBTIQ issues to school staff and students, health care providers, and other youth-serving professionals. Find out more by contacting the BCPH Health Outreach and Advocacy Program.

Additional OASOS Information
Facets Youth Cabaret (PDF)

OASOS Poster (PDF)

Volunteer for OASOS (PDF)


Health Outreach & Advocacy Program (HOAP)
Boulder County Public Health (BCPH)
529 Coffman, Suite 200, Longmont, CO 80501
303.678.6259

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