OKEQ Programs

DENNIS R NEILL EQUALITY CENTR

Welcome!

OKEQ programs are a place to connect, grow, create, and find support. Explore the many ways to get involved and find community at the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center. If you don’t see a program that feels right for you, reach out; we’re happy to help you find a place to belong.

AFFIRMING (3)

Everyone deserves to feel seen, supported, and understood. AFFIRM is a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)-based program designed to help LGBTQ+ youth manage stress, build coping skills, and support their overall well-being.

Developed in collaboration with 2SLGBTQ+ youth and community partners, AFFIRM centers the experiences and needs of LGBTQ+ young people in a supportive, affirming environment. Ages 14-19. Meets weekly on Fridays at 6PM

Parent or guardian approval: Coordinated by Lily Pina, APRN, NP-C, OKEQ’s Nurse Practitioner.

Broadway Clubhouse (1)
Every last Sunday of the month at 6:30PM, the Rainbow Room in the Lynn Riggs Theatre comes alive with Thursdays in the Rainbow Room, a cabaret series featuring Tulsa’s finest musical theatre performers. Expect bold performances, unforgettable songs, and a night full of laughter, music, and community. It’s your front-row seat to local talent and a celebration of creativity in a welcoming, inclusive space.
Broadway Clubhouse
GENDER SUPPORT (3)
Gender Support is for transgender and intersex individuals find community, resources, and support weekly on Wednesdays at 7PM.
Breakout Group: Every 2nd Wednesday for Non-binary, Trans Men, & Trans Women
First-time attendees, please schedule a brief interview before joining.
Call 918.743.4297 for info or to set up your first interview. .
Seniors (2)
OKEQ Seniors is a daytime program for 2SLGBTQ+ elders. The program supports 2SLGBTQ+ elders and meets weekly on Tuesday mornings at 10:00AM at the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center.
Together with its members and allies, OKEQ Seniors works towards ensuring a high quality of life for older LGBT adults, advocating for their rights, and promoting positive images of 2SLGBTQ+ life in later years.
poz.grateful (1)

Looking for support, friendship, or someone who understands? You don’t have to navigate life alone. Join Positively Grateful, a welcoming support group where you can connect with others, share experiences, and build community that meets weekly on Fridays at 6PM.

Enjoy potluck meals, exchange wellness tips, find encouragement, raise awareness, and build meaningful connections in a supportive environment. Everyone is welcome!

QUEER CRAFTERS

Join us weekly on Thursdays at 6PM at the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center for creativity, conversation, and community. Whether you’re a seasoned crafter or just starting something new, there’s a seat for you. Come make something beautiful and maybe a few new friends along the way!

Bring your scissors, yarn, paintbrush, or whatever inspires you!
Rainbow Harvest (1)

Everyone deserves access to food and a community that cares. Rainbow Harvest brings our community together to help connect individuals and families with food resources in a welcoming, supportive environment every third Saturday of the month.

In partnership with the Food Bank of Eastern Oklahoma, OKEQ is proud to help make food access easier and strengthen our community through care and connection.

Info: beverly.cotton@okeq.org

Rainbow Harvest Registration Required
SMART RECOVERY (1)

SMART Recovery offers a welcoming, stigma-free space to build motivation, develop healthy coping skills, and take steps toward a more balanced life. Wherever you are on your journey, you don’t have to figure it all out alone. Ready to make a change? SMART Recovery meets weekly on Wednesdays at 6:30PM.

Info: joseph.nowicki@va.gov |  smartrecovery.org