The Gender Journeys Group’s main goal is to create a safe space to explore gender identify and gender expression. We hope that, by the end of this group, folks will feel part of a larger community, have more comfort and clarity around their own identity, and feel supported to live their life in the way that feels most comfortable with them. As the name of the group indicates, we aren’t trying to arrive at a specific outcome or “destination” that is the same for everybody; we are embracing the journey for each individual. This group is a partnership between NL Health Services and Lifewise.
Topics are provided to guide exploration and to share information that may be helpful. However, topics and weekly agendas can be modified to fit the needs of each unique group composition. A sample outline for the group is as follows:
Week 1 – Creating a Safe Space and Exploring Hopes and Fears
Week 2 – Exploring Concept of “Coming Out
Week 3 – How to Care for Oneself Within the Realities of Gender Exploration
Week 4 – Exploring Gender Identity Within our Current Society
Week 5 – Gender Play (Exploring Possibilities)
Week 6 – Exploring Options Around Physical Transitioning
Week 7 – Self-Esteem, Identify and Values
Week 8 – Exploring Relationships (Family and Friends)
Week 9 – Exploring Relationships (Dating/Partner)
Week 10 – Moving Forward and Closure
The Gender Journeys Group will be offered virtually on Tuesdays from September 29 to December 1, 2026 from 9:30 am – 11:30 am island time (9:00 am – 11:00 am Labrador time).
Please email nlgroups@nlhealthservices.ca to get more information. Please indicate which group you are connecting for in your subject line.