September 25, 2012 OUTreach News!
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Dear OUTreach friend,
Wondering what's up this week? Well...you are invited to a fun volunteer appreciation party (catered!) tomorrow. DO join us, if you are able! After dinner we'll have a visit from some street outreach workers from the Volunteers of America (bring your questions) and a special announcement about a new OUTreach project that we are undertaking with our friends from Mormons Building Bridges.
Please do us a favor - when you see an OUTreach volunteer, tell them THANK YOU. We couldn't do the work we do without them.
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This Week at OUTreach!
| | Wednesday, September 19
3:00 - 7:30 for ages 14 - 23:
Before the party (see below!) some special stuff:
September 25 is Register to Vote Day! 
Join us for some fun on September 26...we'll have interactive and informative voting discussions and get you registered if you haven't yet. Already registered? We've been hearing some interesting voter registration stories lately - tell yours and win a prize tomorrow if you have a fun story to tell!
Homelessness...one youth's story.
Meet Ryan and hear about what life was like living on the streets, and then after dinner meet some street outreach workers from the Volunteers of America. There's far too many youth who experience homelessness, but we all can help...learn more this Wednesday.
Health and Wellness Discussion 4:30 
Did you know that just being LGBT puts you at risk for some health problems?
Let's talk about it!
- LGBT youth are 2 to 3 times more likely to attempt suicide.
- LGBT youth are more likely to be homeless.
- Lesbians are less likely to get preventive services for cancer.
- Gay men are at higher risk of HIV and other STDs, especially among communities of color.
- Lesbians and bisexual females are more likely to be overweight or obese.
- Transgender individuals have a high prevalence of HIV/STDs,victimization,mental health issues,and suicideand are less likely to have health insurance than heterosexual or LGB individuals.
- Elderly LGBT individuals face additional barriers to health because of isolation and a lack of social services and culturally competent providers.
- LGBT populations have the highest rates of tobacco, alcohol,and other drug use.
Special Topic: Health and Wellness - how are YOU?
 In the craft area: STRESS BALLS!
Increase your health making one, and using one! With our fab WSU students, Stephanie and Ariel!
And at 5:00 - Get ready to party!
It's Volunteer Appreciation Day (read more below!)
 All afternoon:
EVERYone needs someone to talk to, and now in addition to our beloved Dr. Ambrose we have Dr. Teri Kay, both available to offer free, confidential counseling to you (and with your family if you wish).
Both Drs are licensed, highly qualified, and super cool, and really friendly and fun.
borrow books and videos from our library, create a masterpiece in our Art Center, chill out and play pool, foosball or ping pong, or use one of the computers in our Cyber Center.
OUTreach This Thursday, September 20
3:00 - 7:30 Ages 14 - 23
A Field Trip, oh my!
Yes, our special OUTreach friend Jane Marquardt has once again generously supported OUTreach youth in attending the Equality Utah Allies Dinner! Read on to learn more about the youth and volunteers who are attending this year. Jane...what a fabulous opportunity - thank you!
Members of the OUTreach Radio Crew will be attending the Allies Dinner...and have you heard about the Nurture the Creative Mind Youth Radio Show? Check out some OUTreach youth who will be a part of this amazingly cool new project:
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Here are some of the fun and funky volunteer friends who will be accompanying OUTreach youth...look for them at the dinner: Amir jackson, Nic Maughan, Tori Allen and Kendall Jackson!
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Upcoming Events, and YOU are invited!
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Volunteer Appreciation Evening
September 26 5:00-7:30
Reception and catered dinner at OUTreach (more info below!)
Equality Utah Allies Dinner OUTreach youth, volunteers and Directors will be there in force, cheering on our allies, and enjoying being all gussied up with a great place to go - be sure to say "hi"!
September 28 & 29 Look for the OUTreach booth (we'll be with our pals from Mormons Building Bridges talking about a NEW special project!)
Diversity Conference, October 4 & 5
Geography Club, October 4 & 5 
Directed by Jerry Rapier, Plan-B Theatre 10:00 a.m., Performing Arts Building, Studio 115 (240 S. 1500 E.) University of Utah
Northern Utah Coalition Night at the Speakeasy Fundraiser
October 5th
Marriott Hotel, Ogden
801-393-4153 for ticket info
Charm Field Trip!
October 10th, Weber State University
Eccles Theatre, 7:30
"Magical, surreal and transcendentally goofy!"
Transportation and tickets free for OUTreach youth :)
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Announcing: Safe and Sound
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We'll be making a special announcement tomorrow at the Volunteer Extravaganza, but you, gentle reader, get a preview of the new OUTreach program, and next week we'll tell you more about how you can help:
"Mormons Building Bridges is dedicated to encouraging practicing members of the LDS church to reach out in Christ-like love and support of LGBT people. We are deeply concerned about the teen homeless population along the Wasatch Front--knowing that many of these young people are gay Mormons who feel they have nowhere to turn. We are excited about Ogden OUTreach's efforts to build a network of families who are trained and ready to open their homes to this population. What better way to show unconditional love for those in need! Mormons Building Bridges will be proud to partner with OUTreach in making this vision a reality."
Read Charlie Trentelman's article
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It's a party!
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OUTreach Volunteer Appreciation
Celebration!
September 26/5:00-7:00
Who:
Volunteers and prospective volunteers past and present, OUTreach supporters, and those who love them (and don't we ALL?). In short - YOU!
What:
A catered dinner (yummy Sandy's)
Special tours, youth entertainment, gifts and more!
When:
September 26
Tours and socializing, 5:00-5:30
Catered Dinner and fun, 5:30 - 7:00
Where:
OUTreach Resource Center, 705 23rd Street, Ogden
(lower level of the Unitarian Universalist Church of Ogden)
Do you want to support the wonderful work we are doing? Of course you do!
Please send your check to OUTreach, 705 23rd Street, Ogden Utah 84401, or donate securely online (just click that festive button!)
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