What is Oasis?

Oasis is a drop-in center for gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, and questioning (GLBTQ) youth ages 14-24.  Oasis is a safe place to hang out, meet others, and learn about life.   We also offer many regularly scheduled educational programs and fun events.  Oasis has a library of books you can check out, and we offer a smoking cessation program if you need to kick the habit.  Our program BUST is a girl’s night that is held monthly, and we also have a speaker’s bureau that goes out into the community to educate others about what it’s like being a young GLBTQ person today.  We offer HIV/AIDS education and testing at Oasis, as well as safer-sex resources.

***We have a new and improved website coming soon! You can also find more information about Oasis on our MySpace page.***

Where is Oasis?

Oasis is centrally located in Tacoma, WA and is accessible by bus, but our location is confidential.  After we meet with you for an intake, you will receive directions to Oasis.

When was Oasis started?

Oasis was formed in 1988 by a group of concerned citizens, as a measure to help youth with alternative sexualities and gender identities live and grow in modern society. Oasis was first located within downtown Tacoma, Washington.

What are our goals?

Improve the overall health and self-efficacy of Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Questioning and 2-Spirit (GLBTQ2) youth ages 14-24 by: providing HIV and STI education including support for youth who are HIV +, developing healthy living skills, providing general education and support, increasing leadership opportunities for GLBTQ youth, and improving access to community services.

How do I find out more about Oasis?

If you're interested in attending Oasis or learning more about Oasis, give us a call!