At Tracey’s Clubhouse, we are committed to empowering LGBTQIA+ individuals aged 16-26 by equipping them with essential life skills to navigate adulthood and achieve independence. Our comprehensive programs include: 

• Financial Literacy and Budgeting: Provide workshops on managing personal finances, including budgeting, saving, credit building, and understanding financial systems. Members would learn how to open bank accounts, manage bills, and prepare for future financial stability.

• Job Readiness and Career Development: Organize programs focused on offering career guidance, including resume writing, job searching, interview preparation, and workplace communication. This could also include providing internships, vocational training, or partnerships with businesses that support LGBTQIA+-friendly employment practices.

• Health and Wellness Education: Organize programs focused on physical and mental health, including nutrition, exercise, sexual health, and stress management. There would also be a focus on accessing healthcare, particularly for LGBTQIA+-specific needs, like gender-affirming care or mental health support.

• Conflict Resolution and Communication Skills: Organize programs focused on teaching effective communication, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills. Members would learn how to manage relationships in personal, professional, and academic environments while maintaining healthy boundaries and advocating for themselves.

• Household Management: Organize programs focused on provide training in essential household skills such as cooking, cleaning, home maintenance, and organizing living spaces. These skills are crucial for members transitioning into independent living situations.

• Time Management and Organization: Organize programs focused on offering life skills coaching on time management, prioritizing tasks, and developing organizational habits. Members would learn how to balance multiple responsibilities, such as work, education, and personal time, effectively.

• Legal Literacy and Civic Engagement: Organize programs focused on educating members on basic legal rights and responsibilities, especially around LGBTQIA+-related issues such as housing discrimination, workplace rights, and identity documentation. Workshops could also promote civic engagement, such as voting, understanding government services, and advocating for LGBTQIA+ rights.

• Emotional and Social Intelligence: Organize programs focused on providing guidance on emotional intelligence, including managing emotions, empathy, and self-awareness. This could also extend to social skills, helping members build confidence in networking and fostering healthy relationships.

• Transportation and Mobility: Organize programs focused on offering training or resources to help members navigate public transportation, secure driver’s licenses, or access other mobility options.

• Self-Care and Personal Development: Organize programs focused on encouraging self-care practices, self-reflection, and personal growth. This could include mindfulness practices, journaling, or creative outlets that allow members to explore their identity and build resilience.

By providing this range of life skills, At Tracey’s Clubhouse would help LGBTQIA+ youth transition into independent living, empowering them with the tools needed for long-term success and self-sufficiency.