We welcome individuals from all backgrounds to join our supportive, empowering community of dedicated LGBTQIA+ persons and allies. Our volunteers' diverse and unique strengths, skills, and personalities make SQSH's work possible. We are committed to creating a non-hierarchal organization that values mutual trust and every member's opinion. When you join our team, you will gain an equal voice in SQSH's operations along with every other member of our organization.
Please view Our Team and our full list of Project Roles to better understand how SQSH operates internally.
No prior experience is needed. Folx who have personal experiences with or strong understandings of multiple marginalized identities (e.g. queer+ & trans folx of color) are especially encouraged to apply. Stipends may be available to low-income applicants on a case-by-case basis. All SQSH members must:
Be willing to learn about intersectionality and how it is important to SQSH's work
Be willing to self-reflect on their own areas and experiences of privilege and oppression
Be open to learning, growth, and self-improvement
Adopt an anti-oppressive, justice-centered, and trauma-informed approach to their role
Be committed to active listening, peer support, and emotional processing
Be willing to support fellow members of a team
Have a passion for serving the St. Louis LGBTQIA+ community
Be available for Team Meetings on Saturday 10AM-12PM once every four weeks (currently held over Zoom)
Fill out an application.
Volunteer Opportunities
Helpline Volunteer
Project Facilitator
Program Evaluator
Logistics Coordinator
IT Support
Map Designer
Web Developer
SQSHBook Editor
Intern / Practicum Student
Have a question, suggestion, or desire to make a general connection? Get in touch!