Creating a Welcoming Environment for All

Providing enriching programs and services for every member of the community.

MISSION
The mission of the Harlem SGL•LGBTQ Center is to provide a safe, culturally competent, environment in which to offer programs and services, and to foster a sense of community for Same Gender Loving, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer residents of New York City, their families, friends and allies.

VISION
The vision of the Harlem SGL•LGBTQ Center is to be a one stop hub and resource center for New York City’s Same Gender Loving, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer community members, their family, friends and allies. 

GOALS
The goals of the Harlem SGL•LGBTQ Center are:

Develop programming to keep our youth involved in positive, affirming activities

    1. Provide a comfort zone for our seniors; a place where they can gather, socialize and feel at home 
    2. Provide educational, social and cultural programming for all members of our community
    3. Provide space for offices, meetings and activities
    4. Celebrate the illustrious history of Harlem, New York City and its SGL•LGBTQ community

Board of Directors

Carmarion D. Anderson

Eugene Cornelius, Jr.

Earl D. Fowlkes, Jr.

Zenaida Mendez

Nakesha Powell

Charles Shorter