Affirming Spaces Project

We are in the process of seeking our Founding Partners! Founding Partners are participant spaces that commit to becoming an Affirming Space ahead of our full rollout later this year. Do you know a space in NH that should be part of this project? Tag them below! Business owners and organizations, say 'hi' here: https://lnkd.in/envt6zm And everyone else, have you joined our mailing list? https://lnkd.in/ed2TVAr The Affirming Spaces Project is committed to improving communities through the development and maintenance of welcoming and affirming environments for patrons, visitors and employees of all genders. Our experts will work with you to identify simple changes that will transform your business into an Affirming Space! As a certified Community Partner, you'll receive a window decal to signal your membership to customers. You'll also become a part of our virtual Directory, so socially conscious consumers can easily find you on our website. Whenever you need help, an ASP member will be close by! You can get in touch with us via phone or email to request additional support at any time, free.

We are happy to announce The Stoned Wall Bar & Grill as a Community Partner! They are a queer bar in Manchester which hosts lots of events. [Image Description 1: A circle with The Stoned Wall logo inside centered on a light blue background, with text above and below. The ASP logo is at the bottom of the image. A white dotted line creates a border on the edges. The text above reads: “ASP Community Partner'' and the text below reads: “The Stoned Wall Bar & Grill - Manchester, NH”] [Image Description 2: An all-gold version of Affirming Spaces Project’s Community Partner seal on a white background, with text over the seal. The text is broken into three sections. The first section of text reads: “603-854-0266 37 Manchester Street Manchester NH 03101” The second section reads: “The Stoned Wall Bar & Grill is your local neighborhood gay bar. We serve all of the members of the LGBTQIA++ community. We host trivia nights, Karaoke, music bingo, live music, events, private parties, & support groups. We provide a safe & comfortable environment for all patrons. Come join us for some good drinks, good times, good people, and a good night!” The third section shows the Facebook logo with the username “TheStonedWallBAndG”]

We’re happy to announce Bridges: Domestic & Sexual Violence Support as a new Community Partner! They provide support services to victims of domestic and sexual violence and stalking in the Greater Nashua area. Bridges: Domestic & Sexual Violence Support Services, Inc. [ID 1: The Bridges logo centered on a light pink background, with text above and below. The ASP logo is at the bottom of the image. A white dotted line creates a border on the edges. The text above reads: “ASP Community Partner'' and the text below reads: “Bridges: Domestic & Sexual Violence Support - Nashua, NH”] [ID 2: An all-gold version of Affirming Spaces Project’s Community Partner seal on a white background, with text over the seal. The text is broken into three sections. The first section of text reads: “603-889-0858 28 Concord Street Nashua NH 03061” The second section reads “Bridges provides support services to victims of domestic and sexual violence and stalking in the Greater Nashua area. Services are free and confidential, and translators are available in 140 languages. We provide walk-in services? and no appointment is necessary. Please visit our website for more information about our services and programs.” The third section has the Facebook logo and the username “BridgesNH”, the Instagram logo with the username “Bridges.NH” and the URL “BridgesNH.org”]

We are happy to announce The Friends Program as a Community Partner! They work to strengthen communities by building positive connections and solutions for at-risk youth, families, and seniors. [Image Description 1: A circle with The Friends Program logo inside centered on a light blue background, with text above and below. The ASP logo is at the bottom of the image. A white dotted line creates a border on the edges. The text above reads: “ASP Community Partner'' and the text below reads: “The Friends Program - Concord, NH”] [Image Description 2: An all-gold version of Affirming Spaces Project’s Community Partner seal on a white background, with text over the seal. The text is broken into three sections. The first section of text reads: “603-228-1193 130 Pembroke Road Suite 200 Concord NH 03301” The second section reads: “The Friends Program is a non-profit social service organization that works to strengthen communities by building positive connections and solutions for at-risk youth, families and seniors.” The third section shows the Facebook and Instagram logos with the username “FriendsProgram” and the? URL “FriendsProgram.org”]

We’re happy to announce Safe Harbor Recovery Center of Granite Pathways as a new Community Partner! They help individuals consider, initiate, and sustain recovery from substance misuse. [ID 1: The Safe Harbor Recovery logo centered on a light pink background, with text above and below. The ASP logo is at the bottom of the image. A white dotted line creates a border on the edges. The text above reads: “ASP Community Partner'' and the text below reads: “Safe Harbor Recovery Center - Portsmouth, NH”] [ID 2: An all-gold version of Affirming Spaces Project’s Community Partner seal on a white background, with text over the seal. The text is broken into three sections. The first section of text reads: “603-570-9444 603-715-6651 (textable) 865 Islington Street Portsmouth NH 03801” The second section reads “Safe Harbor Recovery Center helps individuals consider, initiate, and sustain recovery from substance misuse using trained peers with direct and indirect lived experience. We offer a full schedule of facilitated recovery groups, employment support, one-on-one recovery support/peer counseling, and support services for those who are indirectly affected by another's substance use and complications. Our services are confidential, cost-free and available virtually and on a walk-in basis. We also offer holistic wellness services like Reiki and auricular ear acupuncture.” The third section has the URL “https://lnkd.in/e7eNXF9X, the Instagram logo with the username “SafeHarborRecoveryCenter”, and the Facebook logo with the username “SafeHarborNH”]

We are happy to announce Tia Winter, LICSW as a Community Partner! They provide mental health treatment for individuals 18 years and younger and their parents. [Image Description 1: A circle with “Tia Winter, LICSW” inside centered on a light blue background, with text above and below. The ASP logo is at the bottom of the image. A white dotted line creates a border on the edges. The text above reads: “ASP Community Partner'' and the text below reads: “Tia Winter, LICSW - White River Junction, VT”] [Image Description 2: An all-gold version of Affirming Spaces Project’s Community Partner seal on a white background, with text over the seal. The text is broken into three sections. The first section of text reads: “(802) 299-0207 160 Palmer Court White River Junction VT 05001” The second section reads: “Tia is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker providing mental health treatment primarily in the Upper Valley for individuals 18 years and younger and their parents. Tia focuses primarily on complex childhood trauma and attachment issues, and aims to find neurodivergent-accommodating ways of treatment.” The third section shows the URL “https://lnkd.in/evmpwzrt]

We’re happy to announce Route 6 Designs as a new Community Partner! They are an online and traveling shop that specializes in fun apparel and accessories for everyone. [ID 1: The Route 6 Designs logo centered on a light pink background, with text above and below. The ASP logo is at the bottom of the image. A white dotted line creates a border on the edges. The text above reads: “ASP Community Partner'' and the text below reads: “Route 6 Designs - Online”] [ID 2: An all-gold version of Affirming Spaces Project’s Community Partner seal on a white background, with text over the seal. The text is broken into two sections. The first section of text reads: “Route6Designs.com is a small family-owned business that specializes in fun apparel and accessories. We strive to offer premium quality items that we would purchase ourselves. In addition to online, we love meeting people at events and selling at local markets. We also collaborate with local businesses to help bring their design ideas to life on merchandise. Follow us on social media to see where we will be next and come out and see us!” The second section displays the Facebook and Instagram logos with the username “Route6Designs”. The second line shows the URL “Route6Designs.com”]

UPDATE! Just Calm Down Skin & Nail Studio has moved locations! You can now find them on Church Street in Kingston, NH. [ID1: The Just Calm Down Skin & Nail logo centered on a light pink background, with text above and below. The ASP logo is at the bottom of the image. A white dotted line creates a border on the edges. The text above reads: “ASP Community Partner” and the text below reads: “Just Calm Down Skin & Nail Studio – Exeter, NH”] [ID2: An all-gold version of Affirming Spaces Project’s Community Partner seal on a white background, with text over the seal. The text is broken into three sections. The first section of text reads: “34 Church Street, #4 Kingston, NH 03848 978-504-2234” The second section of text reads: “A beauty studio located in the heart of Exeter, NH. Offering skincare, waxing, makeup, massage and nail services. Most of the products used and retailed, are made locally by Haunted Skin Care and consist of safe, natural ingredients. Online booking is available for new and returning clients.” The third section has the Facebook logo with the username “JustCalmDownSalon”, the Instagram logo with the username “JustCalmDownSkinAndNailStudio”, and the URL “JustCalmDownSalon.com”]

We’re happy to announce Connections Peer Support as a new Community Partner! They are a non-clinical mental health organization that supports Seacoast community members through Peer Support [Image Description 1: The Connections Peer Suport logo centered on a light pink background, with text above and below. The ASP logo is at the bottom of the image. A white dotted line creates a border on the edges. The text above reads: “ASP Community Partner'' and the text below reads: “Connections Peer Support Portsmouth, NH Northwood, NH”] [Image Description 2: An all-gold version of Affirming Spaces Project’s Community Partner seal on a white background, with text over the seal. The text is broken into three sections. The first section of text reads: “(603) 942-6023 544 Islington Street Portsmouth NH 03801 (603) 942-6023 (Northwood SUSD location)” The second section of text reads: “Connections Peer Support is a non-clinical mental health organization that supports Seacoast community members through Peer Support, Step Up/Step-Down Transitional Residential housing, and our non-crisis Warmline. Our programs create options to improve emotional, mental, and physical health.” The third section displays the Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok logos with the username “ConnectionsPeerSupport”. The second line shows the URL “ConnectionsPeerSupport.org”]

We are happy to announce Wanderlust Imaging as a Community Partner! They are a photography company dedicated to capturing timeless moments with passion. [Image Description 1: The Wanderlust Imaging logo centered on a light blue background, with text above and below. The ASP logo is at the bottom of the image. A white dotted line creates a border on the edges. The text above reads: “ASP Community Partner'' and the text below reads: “Wanderlust Imaging - Canterbury, NH”] [Image Description 2: An all-gold version of Affirming Spaces Project’s Community Partner seal on a white background, with text over the seal. The text is broken into three sections. The first section of text reads: “(603) 943-2284 125 Asby Road Canterbury NH 03224” The second section reads: “Wanderlust Imaging is a Photography company dedicated to capturing timeless moments with passion.” The third section shows the Facebook logo with the page name “Wanderlust Imaging”. The second line shows the Instagram logo with the username “Wanderlust.Imaging”. The third line shows the URL “WanderlustImaging.com”]