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Old Mill Center, Intersection Connection

Last updated Jun 2026

About

Intersection Connection is a free, weekly support group for LGBTQIA+ youth in 5th through 9th grade, hosted online by Old Mill Center for Children and Families in Corvallis. Youth make friends, build confidence in their identities, and talk through topics like pronouns, LGBTQIA+ history, and coming-out stories. The group is led by Old Mill Center mental health staff; participants RSVP by email to get the meeting link.

Communities centered

LGBTQ+Youth

Services offered

Peer supportMental health

Who it's for

Youth under 18

Location

Old Mill Center, Intersection Connection

1650 SW 45th Place, Corvallis, OR 97333

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