"Creating spaces for LGBTQ+ young people since 1987.

​Indiana Youth Group (IYG) serves young people ages 12-24 who self-identify as LGBTQ+, as well as their ally peers. All programs and services are offered free of charge.

​IYG strives to provide safer spaces to build self-confidence, explore individualism, and develop friendships within the LGBTQ+ community. IYG promotes a space of acceptance, equity, and restorative practices.

​We also advocate for LGBTQ+ youth in schools, the community, and through family support services."

Who is IYG?

We welcome all LGBTQIA+ young adults and allies aged 18-24. 
If it is your first time, please bring proof of age.

We are now a drop-in center, and you can come anytime between 4PM to 9PM on Tuesday and Thursday. Hot meals served around 6:00PM on both days. 

Young Adult Halloween Party! 

We welcome all LGBTQIA+ youth and allies aged 12-19. 
If it is your first time, please bring proof of age.

We are now a drop-in center, and you can come anytime between 3PM to 8PM on Monday and Wednesdays. Hot meals served around 6:00 on both days. 


Kitchen Creations (Halloween Cookies) and Book Club

We welcome all LGBTQIA+ youth and allies aged 12-19. 
If it is your first time, please bring proof of age.


Youth Halloween Party!

Ghost Thrift Store Paintings

Ghost Painting and Let's Talk Club

Queer Icons of Indiana

Crochet Club and RPG Club

Hey everyone! We're super excited to announce that tomorrow is our Grand Opening! 🎉 Join us from 3 PM to 7 PM for a fun-filled afternoon where you can explore our fantastic new center, discover all the awesome services we offer, enjoy some delicious food, and even enter for a chance to win a cool door prize! We can't wait to see you there!

Grand Opening! 

Movie Night (Wear Your PJs) and RPG Club

Every Body is Important and Board Game Night

Book Club

Sense of Meaning (A Discussion) and A Patchwork of Pride

World Mental Health Day - Keeping Grounded

Pumpkin Painting and Halloween Movie

LGBTQ+ Timeline

LGBTQ+ Timeline and Creative (Un)Masking

Building Resilience

House Meeting & Creating Peace Art Project

Get to Know Me

We welcome all LGBTQIA+ youth and allies aged 12-19. 
If it is your first time, please bring proof of age.

We are now a drop-in center, and you can come anytime between 3PM to 8PM on Monday and Wednesdays. Hot meals served around 5:30 on both days. 


Youth Group Meeting

We will be back open on Wednesday, September 18th from 3PM to 8PM

CLOSED

Greater Evansville Youth is a Youth Group for LGBTQIA+ Students and Allies.
Middle School Group is Grades 6-8th
and High School Group is Grades 9-12th


High School Youth Group Meeting

Middle School Youth Group Meeting

Middle and High School Youth Group Meeting

"Dubois County Pride is thrilled to invite you to the Dubois County PRIDE! Festival.

Join us for an unforgettable day of unity, love, learning, and acceptance, as we come together to embrace the vibrant diversity of our community. Enjoy fun activities for all ages, mouth-watering treats from our fantastic food trucks, live music and entertainment, merchandise from local vendors, and resources from community organizations.

We can't wait to celebrate love, pride, and togetherness with you!"

Dubois County Pride

JUNE 23-28

"Spend a week living on campus at the University of Evansville for this first-of-its-kind summer camp! Build lifelong friends with incredible activities throughout the week while learning about social justice and activism. Hear powerful stories of LGBTQ+ history and heroes – and learn how to write your own story your way."

University of Evansville Pride Camp

"Take part in a night of love, inclusivity and baseball at Evansville's Historic Bosse Field with Pride Night at the Otters. River City Pride hopes to fill the stadium with rainbows."



Pride Night @ The Otters

"Come Celebrate Pride with Brunch and a Show!"

Drag the Family to Brunch with DJ Dan Gunn

Get ready for a day of love, unity, and celebration!

Join us for the 4th Annual Pride in the Park in Evansville, Indiana on June 15th from 11 am to 11 pm at GARVIN Park!

Enjoy a fun-filled day with:

- Delicious food trucks
- Exciting vendors
- Live music
- And an unforgettable show starting at 7 pm featuring the talented Seymour Chilton, national title holder and Tennessee Mr. Smokey Mountain Entertainer of the Year 2024, alongside other local performers!

Put on and hosted by Hudson & Reed Foundation 


Pride in The Park

Variety of vendors, food trucks, performers, information about local non-profits, and more! Put on and hosted by Warrick County Indiana Pride

Warrick County Indiana Pride

Food trucks, vendors, entertainment, and more! 

Haynie's Corner Pride First Friday

Celebrate Pride at EVPL Oaklyn on their front lawn! Featuring community partners, crafts, an open mic, snacks, games, and prizes. 

Pride Fest

"Get ready for the most EPIC day of fun, entertainment, and celebration of the LGBTQIA+ community in the #Evansville Region!

That's right girls, gays & theys, the 2024 River City Pride Festival is back in Downtown Evansville on Main St!" - RCP

(Greater Evansville Youth will have a booth and be walking in the Parade!)

River City Pride Festival and Parade

Come join us May 18th at the second annual Rainbow Formal hosted by Greater Evansville Youth and River City Pride! You won't want to miss out on all the fun, including a DJ, Photo Booth, Chocolate Fountain, Jeanne's Gelato, Drag Show, and so much more! See you there! 🌈🎉

2nd Annual Rainbow Formal

Middle & High School Youth Group Meeting

Join us in EVPL Central's Teen Cafe the first Thursday of every month as we discuss an LGBT+ centered young adult title.

March 7: This Poison Heart by Kalynn Bayron

**Please note food will be present. If you have a food allergy, please contact 812-428-8200 ext. 1274 for more information.

LGBTeen Book Club

Are you interested in crochet? Our club is perfect for anyone who wants to get started or is just looking to join a friendly community of like-minded teens. Come and join us!

Contact us for upcoming 2024 dates! 

Crochet Club

Join us in EVPL Central's Teen Cafe the first Thursday of every month as we discuss an LGBT+ centered young adult title!

February 1: The Moth Keeper by Kay O'Neill

**Please note food will be present. If you have a food allergy, please contact 812-428-8200 ext. 1274 for more information.

Join us in EVPL Central's Teen Cafe the first Thursday of every month as we discuss an LGBT+ centered young adult title!

January 4: Anthologies! This month we'll discuss the various LGBT anthologies found in EVPL's collection.

**Please note food will be present. If you have a food allergy, please contact 812-428-8200 ext. 1274 for more information.

Are you interested in role playing games? We would love to have you join us for an exciting adventure every month!
Contact us for upcoming 2024 dates! 

RPG Club

Greater Evansville Youth is a Youth Group for LGBTQIA+ Students and Allies.
Middle School Group is Grades 6-8th
and High School Group is Grades 9-12th




Mission & History