Equals

Equals Equals is an organisation dedicated to working with and for the LGBTQI community. Providing, linking We were officially incorporated in 2013.

Equals is a Civil Society Organisation (CSO) that works with the LGBTQI community & key populations. Our main mandate is to work for and with persons within our key population groups to help them access quality services such as healthcare, social care, counseling, etc and to advocate for their needs in these systems. For Equals this is done by creating safe social spaces and programmes, helping pe

rsons access stigma and discrimination free services, working on policy with service providers, defending and advocating human rights issues of persons in these key populations. For a while Equals operated in the background, working with LGBTQI youth and providing a safe space for them to socialise under the support of the Caribbean HIV AIDS Alliance and the Barbados HIV AIDS Commission. Our Social Media Project is all about education and discussion on all issues relating to the LGBTQI community. We are hoping to be able to not only educate the community on issues that affect them, but also to educate those who may not be a part of the community with information on the community. The organisation is based in Barbados and we also have contacts in many departments (education, health, etc.) and if a community member requires assistance accessing a service (e.g. health care or legal) we will do our best to assist.

Thank you to everyone who came out for the Equals Pride Quiz Night at Sage Bar and Stage!So many teams signed up on the ...
14/06/2026

Thank you to everyone who came out for the Equals Pride Quiz Night at Sage Bar and Stage!

So many teams signed up on the night, making this the best turnout we have seen since we started Pride Quiz back in 2018. That kind of growth means everything to us, and it would not happen without a community that keeps showing up.

To every team that competed and all the people who came to cheer or hang out you made the night.

Pride season is still going strong with five more events this month, so follow for all the info.

Thank you to everyone who came out for the Equals Pride Hike 2026 on the Chalky Mount trail. Whether it was your first h...
14/06/2026

Thank you to everyone who came out for the Equals Pride Hike 2026 on the Chalky Mount trail.

Whether it was your first hike or your tenth, you showed up, kept moving, and we made it to the top together. That is exactly the kind of energy that defines this community.

We are grateful for every single person from the community or ally who laced up their shoes and joined us for this Pride flag-lined trail.

More Pride events are still to come this month so stay close.

Spill the Tea is happening on Sunday, June 21 from 11am to 4pm. Sign up via the link https://tr.ee/ATQY56ejrG to secure ...
13/06/2026

Spill the Tea is happening on Sunday, June 21 from 11am to 4pm. Sign up via the link https://tr.ee/ATQY56ejrG to secure your spot.

This is a fun tea party and learning session where you can find out exactly what legal rights LGBTQ+ people have in Barbados, how to make complaints, and how to access legal assistance. We will also be holding a feedback session so you can tell us directly how Equals can better serve you.

Free lunch, snacks and tea will be provided, and a transportation stipend is available for those who need it. Space is limited.

Researchers at UWI Cave Hill are conducting an important study exploring the experiences of gender, sexuality, and ident...
08/06/2026

Researchers at UWI Cave Hill are conducting an important study exploring the experiences of gender, sexuality, and identity among LGBTQIA2+ people in Barbados.

Equals Barbados is sharing this on behalf of the research team. This is not an Equals initiative, but we fully support efforts that deepen understanding of who we are and what we experience.

WHO CAN PARTICIPATE?
* Self-identify as LGBTQIA2+
* Aged 18–60 years
* Have been residing in Barbados for more than 3 months
(You do not need to be a citizen or legal resident)

WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW:
→ Participation is completely voluntary, you can withdraw at any time, no questions asked
→ Everything you share is kept strictly confidential
→ The interview process is designed to be respectful and supportive
→ If emotional distress arises, free psychological support will be offered
→ Participants receive a $50 stipend at the completion of their interview

Swipe through for eligibility details and contact information. ➡

To learn more or sign up, reach out directly to the research team:
📞 Dr. Kevin Kellman: (246) 243-1193 | [email protected]
📞 Dr. Natalie Greaves: (246) 271-1508 Ext. 7119 | [email protected]

EQUALS FINANCIAL HEALTH WEBINAR, Thursday June 11, 3:00pmIn partnership with Scotiabank this online session is designed ...
06/06/2026

EQUALS FINANCIAL HEALTH WEBINAR, Thursday June 11, 3:00pm

In partnership with Scotiabank this online session is designed to give our community practical tools around financial health: budgeting, planning, and building stability.

It is free, open to everyone, and you can join from anywhere.
Join: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/22701225059667?p=Ly4h9XM4lOr9xSHZKm
Meeting ID: 227 012 250 596 67
Passcode: pZ3pd7jD

DOMINANCE is Pride 246's flagship party for 2026, and it is coming on June 27. Themed, electric, and completely unapolog...
04/06/2026

DOMINANCE is Pride 246's flagship party for 2026, and it is coming on June 27. Themed, electric, and completely unapologetic.

Tickets go on sale Monday. $75 entry.

Are you ready to own the room?

Join us on Sunday, June 7th, 2026, starting at 6:30 AM as we hike from up to the Chalky Mount hills and down to Long Pon...
03/06/2026

Join us on Sunday, June 7th, 2026, starting at 6:30 AM as we hike from up to the Chalky Mount hills and down to Long Pond. Meeting point is Barclays Park.

Our annual Pride hike, serves to bring us together for health, community and fun. Water and light snacks provided. All are welcome as long as you bring good shoes, support and a spirit of fun!

See you there!

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It’s a BBQ! A time for fun, community and delicious grilled food. Follow for all the details for this event!
03/06/2026

It’s a BBQ! A time for fun, community and delicious grilled food. Follow for all the details for this event!

Happy Pride Month from Equals Barbados! Since 2018, Pride Barbados has stood as another vital time for amplifying queer...
01/06/2026

Happy Pride Month from Equals Barbados! Since 2018, Pride Barbados has stood as another vital time for amplifying queerness in Barbados, fostering community, strengthening alliances, and contributing to a broader global dialogue on equality, all while staying rooted in the unique realities of Caribbean life.

Equals' continued leadership in Pride reflects a deep commitment to advancing equality and inclusion right here at home. This year, that call is louder than ever. Pride '26 has FIVE organisations, all producing different events for our community across the month.

In 2026, Equals' commitment goes beyond celebration toward intentional action, supporting advocacy, encouraging dialogue, and creating spaces that truly centre the lived experiences of LGBTQ+ people. We are happy to celebrate with our partners, our allies and our community.

Pride '26 Open Mic Night is coming and we want YOU on that stage. Whether you're a poet, a storyteller, a singer, a come...
30/05/2026

Pride '26 Open Mic Night is coming and we want YOU on that stage. Whether you're a poet, a storyteller, a singer, a comedian, or someone who's never held a mic before, this is your moment.

June 20 | starting at 7:00 pm
📍 Afrobeats by Shaz Bar, Worthing Plaza, Ch Ch

Email [email protected] to register your spot.
Drinks and food on sale, special guest performers!

Follow and for more updates.

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