We think some of the most compelling words for NAGLY are from the kids themselves.

NAGLY is a safe environment where I know that I can be comfortable and speak with people who are accepting, respectful and supportive.
HANNAH, 17

I’ve been coming to NAGLY for 2 years. I continue to come because it’s the safest and welcoming place I know.
MIA, 19

One thing I can always expect from NAGLY is the positive activities created by the advisors to ensure the growth of the group.
MIGI, 19

NAGLY is a cool place to hang out because everyone is extremely open-minded and everyone is accepted. I’ve also met many new friends here and I am extremely grateful that there is a place for Northshore kids to meet and educate each other.
MARIA C., 19

NAGLY is like a home to me, also a second family. A place where I can be myself and meet other people like me as well.
LADY, 19

I’ve been able to make friends from all different backgrounds and with different cultures and stories. We all feel like a close family.
NIKI, 17

NAGLY is a home away from home.
SHANE, 15

I’m glad I have NAGLY. I feel like I can be myself. It’s like my other family.
KORINNE, 14

NAGLY gives me the strength and courage to be myself.
IAN, 16

Before I found out about NAGLY, I couldn’t find many people to talk to, I couldn’t really talk to my parents about it but they did know about my sexuality. On my first visit to NAGLY, I was welcomed with open arms and by the end of the night; I didn’t want it to end. I now look forward to it every week.
CAITLIN, 18

Coming to NAGLY you get a warm feeling like everybody’s your friend.
HECTOR, 18

I feel warm and welcomed and everyone is free-spirited and real down to earth.
BIBY, 17

At NAGLY, I can be myself, learn and make new friends.
ANONYMOUS

NAGLY is a safe place for Gay/Bi/Les/Trans Youth. I love it and very proud of it.
ANONYMOUS

NAGLY is a family. It’s being able to talk about stuff I don’t feel comfortable talking about to my real family.
CHRIS, 18

For me, NAGLY is like a second family and has helped me and give me something to look forward to every week. If I am mad at my mom, I can come to NAGLY and I’ll go home happy. In short, It is my home away from home.
MELANIE, 16

Before NAGLY, I wasn’t sure who to be and what to think. Now, I know it’s okay to be myself and it’s a wonderful thing to indulge in my own thoughts.
JILL, 17

NAGLY is so great because I know people like me for me and I can be myself in a really safe environment. We do so many fun activities, but when we get serious, I learn so much. I wouldn’t want to be anywhere else.
DANNY, 17

NAGLY is a safe place for people who feel unsafe around others who might not understand them or consider their opinion, or ideas.
ANONYMOUS

Without NAGLY, I don’t know if I will still have all the love in this world.
ANONYMOUS