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2SLGBTQ+ support

Providing support and advocacy for 2SLGBTQ+ students at º£½ÇÉçÇøapp and the University of King's College

Creating a sense of belonging on campus

The 2SLGBTQ+ advisor (Two-Spirit, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, and any non-normative identities) supports students through 1-1 advising, group programming, and campus-wide educational events to create a student experience that is meaningful and facilitates a sense of belonging.

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Our services

The advisor also serves as a resource for members of the º£½ÇÉçÇøapp and University of King's College community, including faculty and staff, to further support 2SLGBTQ+ students. 

 You can book an in-person, phone, or online appointment for any reason, including:

  • Access and referrals to gender affirming care

  • Support around name or gender marker changes at º£½ÇÉçÇøapp (or provincially)

  • Navigating services at º£½ÇÉçÇøapp

  • Advocacy for matters related to identity or gender expression

  • Talking about experiences, including any barriers you may be facing (academic, wellness, belonging, etc.)

  • Discussing program or service ideas you may have, or any opportunities to collaborate

  • Identifying gaps in supports for students

In-person appointments

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In-person appointments take place in the Student Accessibility Centre, to the right of the main doors of the Killam Library on University Avenue in Halifax.

Check in at the front desk and we will bring you back to the office that features comfortable armchairs and soft lighting.

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Other appointment options

If you can’t find an appointment time that works for you, or you’d like to meet somewhere else, contact 2slgbtq+advising@dal.ca to request a time and place that works best for you.

Truro students

The advisor is on the Agricultural Campus for appointments or drop-ins a few times a month. If you’d like an in-person appointment in Truro, 2slgbtq+advising@dal.ca.

Sexton Campus and King's students

The advisor can set up an office space to meet with you on your campus. Email 2slgbtq+advising@dal.ca  to coordinate.

Contact us

Killam Library Atrium, rm. G28, Halifax

Hours: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.