If you want to be surrounded by queer community, you’re normally in a space that is booze heavy or only opens its doors once the sun has gone down. As the sober community continues to grow and more non-alcohol focused social events are created, people who don’t drink for cultural or religious reasons are finding they too have more safe places to socialise and enjoy themselves. Well, while you might not realise at first glance, many sober LGBTQIA+ community spaces are being created everyday to help us keep connected to our chosen family without the booze. QUEER SPACE BRISTOL – BRISTOLWith creativity at its heart, this Queer Space Bristol hosts a wealth of creative endeavours directed towards LGBTQIA+ individuals. The strength, community and interconnectedness of Misery Party is a shining example of what mutual aid can look like in 2023.

Source: The Times November 08, 2023 23:03 UTC