A day of discussions and activities focusing on the experiences of LGBTQIA+ people with disabilities in Maine. The event includes:
A panel (12:00-1:00 PM) featuring 4-5 LGBTQIA+ individuals with disabilities, discussing their experiences in outdoor and queer spaces.
A community forum (2:00-3:00 PM) with small breakout groups (4-5 people each), to discuss lived experience, share feedback, and generate calls to action. Notetakers will capture suggestions.
All-day features (10:00-4:00 PM): resource tables, a low-sensory room, adaptive outdoor equipment demo stations, and opportunities for networking and socializing.
Accessibility / Special Features
The venue has wide indoor entrances, ramps, wheelchair-accessible bathrooms, door open buttons, etc. Outdoor paths are gravel and flat; there is a steep incline to forest paths but alternative routes available.
Deaf / hearing ASL interpretation for the panel and community forum.
Masks will be required during the indoor panel, unless prevented by disability or language needs.
