No Sides, Only Love
Who can come
to Encircle?
Youth (Ages 12-17)
LGBTQ+ youth drop by daily to join Friendship Circles and Programs and relax during drop-in hours.
Young Adults (Ages 18-25)
Young adults and friends drop by daily for Friendship Circles, Programs, and drop-in hours. You're welcome to relax, connect, and study.
Parents & Families
We offer programs for parents looking to connect with other families with LGBTQ+ loved ones. Learn more.
Volunteers (Ages 18+)
We couldn’t do what we do without a dedicated and passionate team of volunteers. Learn more about how to get involved at your local Encircle.
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Friendship Circles
Our weekly groups allow you to tell your story and connect with peers in a safe space facilitated by our community.
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Therapy
Encircle provides life-affirming therapy services every LGBTQ+ person deserves. Visit our therapy page here.
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Daily Programs
Each day is filled with opportunities to get creative, make new friends, relax, and learn something new.
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Drop in Hours
Open Mon-Fri from 3-8 pm for LGBTQ+ folks ages 12-25 and first-time visitors.
Visit a Home Near You
Whether you visit a home in Salt Lake, Provo, St.George, or Heber City, you can find familiarity in the programs at any given time or day, click on the home nearest to you!
We create safe spaces for LGBTQ+ youth to open up and feel comfortable being themselves.
Encircle homes offer essential mental health services, resources, and tools for LGBTQ+ youth, young adults, and families.
Find what’s right
for you.
Join us for a Friendship Circle, Program or drop in to study, hang out with friends, or simply be in a space where you feel safe and understood.
Visit our Services page to learn more about what we offer and how we can help you.
Make A Difference Right Where You Live
There are various ways to get involved, such as volunteering, requesting a speaker, interning, and engaging with your school.