As conversations around equality and inclusion continue, initiatives like “Growing Spaces” are aiming to meet urgent needs within the LGBTQI+ community while also building long-term support systems.

Non-Governmental Organisation CAISO launched its new “Growing Spaces” initiative, a project aimed at supporting vulnerable LGBTQI+ individuals through wellness, food security and healing programmes.

CAISO Director Dr. Angelique Nixon explained that the programme was developed in response to housing insecurity, unemployment, and limited access to support services faced by members of the LGBTQI+ community.