The Gay Project has this week announced a suite of online services that will be available to people in Kerry for the duration of COVID-19 restrictions. These include a range of online social groups for men, a book club, a writers' club, coffee social groups, seminars and online classes and a Facebook group called Munster Gayze. These services offer a much needed social outlet for GBT+ men in Kerry to socialise with their peers during ongoing COVID-19 restrictions.

“We know that these services can help combat isolation for folks who might be finding the added isolation of COVID-19 challenging,” Community Development Worker with the Gay Project, Michael O'Donnell, said. “Our services offer a digital space where GBT+ men in Kerry can be out, and proud of who they are. We’ve found that this is especially relevant for older men."

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The Gay Project is a National NGO that supports, celebrates and advocates for Gay, Bi+, Trans and Queer Men. There are four main pillars to their work which include running events and social groups, campaigning for LGBT+ human rights and policy protections, providing information and resources to GBT+ men and their families, and delivering workshops and talks.

Ailsa Spindler, the co-ordinator of the Gay Project, added "like everyone, we’ve recently been adapting our services to COVID-19 restrictions and this has enabled us to reach more people than ever."
It’s very easy to get involved. These services are completely free to attend. Confidentiality is assured from all staff delivering the service. The groups are facilitated online so people from any part of Kerry can attend. These services are available immediately. To get more information e-mail community@gayproject.ie or you can phone 087 3647901.