LGBTQ Resource Center
321 Faunce House
Box 1915
Providence, RI 02912
401-863-3062
lgbtq@brown.edu

Mission

The mission of the Brown University LGBTQ Resource Center is to affirm the existence and development of LGBTQ individuals at Brown, and to support a strong and welcoming community among them and allies within the larger institution. The Center works to diminish the prejudice that limits the educational experience and safety of LGBTQ community members and others within the institution. The Center provides an open, diverse, and safe environment in which all members of the Brown community may explore sexual and gender identity issues and serves as a focal point for campus LGBTQ resources, services, and programs. Through its work, the Center contributes to the University's commitment to diversity, equity, leadership development, and intellectual exploration.

For more information, contact Kelly Garrett, LGBTQ Resource Center Coordinator.

What We Offer

Center Resources:

• Study & meeting space
• Confidential discussion, information and referrals
• Support and referrals for victims of anti-lgbtq harassment and violence
• Student group advising
• Fellowship advising and assistance with academic projects
• Educational workshops
• A SAFE SPACE for all students, staff, and faculty dealing with questions of sexual orientation and gender identity

Renn Mentoring Program

The Renn Mentoring Program connects LGBTQ students with "out" LGBTQ faculty and staff who are interested in mentoring relationships. More information.

Transgender Resources

Brown University's non-discrimination policy includes gender identity as a protected identity as does the non-discrimination policy for the State of Rhode Island.

We now have a support group for students, staff and faculty who are transgender, gender queer or questioning gender. See our support group page for more information.

If you have additional questions about Trans issues please contact the Coordinator of the LGBTQ Resource Center, Kelly Garrett, at lgbtq@brown.edu.

Safe Zone Program

See our special safezone page

The LGBTQ Resource Center is located on the third floor of Faunce House on the east side of the building near the elevator. Faunce House is located on the corner of Brown St. and Waterman St.