Questioning?
Would you like a supportive women’s space to talk about same sex attraction?
This group is participant directed, a space to explore topics like:
- What does same sex attraction mean to you?
- Identity labels…e.g. Bi, Queer, Lesbian, Dyke
- Stereotypes and gender stereotypes
- Being in an opposite sex relationship and having same sex attraction
- Finding community and dating
- Being out in society
- If you want to come out, how to tell family, friends, work colleagues
- Relationships with women
- You, your children and a new relationship
This six-week group is facilitated by Cissy Rock and Ellie Lim. Cissy is a prominent contributor to the Auckland Lesbian scene creating events and support groups. She enjoys getting alongside people and sharing her experience as a mother, feminist, lesbian, friend and partner. Ellie works for the Auckland Women’s Centre and has had extensive involvement with rainbow organisations. She is passionate about enabling women to live the lives they dream of living.
Comments from previous participants: (I enjoyed) “Being able to connect with people and talk to people who were experiencing similar things to me. Having experienced people to help us and cheer us on.” “Really enjoyed (it) and appreciated the professional delivery. Thanks! :-)”
Time: 7.00pm-9.00pm
Venue: Auckland Women’s Centre, 4 Warnock Street, Grey Lynn
Cost: FREE
Contact: Ellie on 376 3227 ext 1 or email her on womensservices@womenz.org.nz
