SAGA offers support, social, and discussion groups that reflect the various aspects of gender and society. We currently offer the following support groups and gatherings...

Unless otherwise noted, all meeting are held at Wingspan
  430 East Seventh St.
  Tucson, Arizona 85705
  Phone 520-624-1779 for directions

Be yourself and dress however you like -- there's no pressure. You don't need to be trans-identified to attend a meeting or get involved. We welcome allies of all kinds!

General SAGA Meeting

Monthly business and social meeting, events and news announcements, guest speakers, and general check-in; open to all. Allies, friends, and family members welcome. A great starting place for first-timers and visitors!

First Mondays of each month (including holidays)
7:00-9:00pm
Questions? Contact michael [at] sagatucson.org or call 520-624-1779, x17

Dezert Girlz

Support and social group for all kinds of people who were assigned male gender at birth, but who do not feel that is an accurate description or complete expression of their identity. Membership includes all people on the Male-to-Female (MTF) continuum AND their significant others, friends, family, and allies. You do not have to identify as transsexual or be in the transition process. We are open to anyone who is interested in the concept of gender and who is supportive of the purpose of the group.

Second Mondays
7:00-9:00pm
Questions? Contact alison [at] sagatucson.org

Dezert Girlz Coffee

Informal social gathering at T-friendly coffee shop. No facilitator. Currently meeting at the Revolutionary Grounds Coffee House, 606 N. 4th Avenue.

Fourth Thursday of month
7:00-9:00pm
Questions? Contact alison [at] sagatucson.org

Dezert Boyz

Support and social group for all kinds of people who were assigned female gender at birth, but who do not feel that is an accurate description or complete _expression of their identity. Membership includes all people on the Female-to-Male (FTM) continuum AND their significant others, friends, family, and allies. You do not have to identify as transsexual or be in the transition process. We are open to anyone who is interested in the concept of gender and who is supportive of the purpose of the group.

Third Tuesdays
7:00-9:00pm
Questions? Contact kevin [at] sagatucson.org

Desert Partners

One person's transition is a transition for everyone. As the partner, spouse, parent, ally or close friend of a transgender or transsexual person, you may feel betrayed, angry, confused -or delighted - by the all consuming nature of transition and the complexities of life, love and intimacy that accompany the journey. For a parent, no matter how supportive, answers are needed to understand and be helpful. For many of us, this is uncharted territory, and the sometimes desperate attempts to make sense of the "whys" can be overwhelming. Desert Partnerz was formed to help gain a better understanding of the ways gender diversity can impact relationships. Share your feelings, concerns, and experiences. You do not need to be currently partnered with someone to attend this group, nor do couples need to be of a trans/non-trans pairing. Meetings are confidential, and all are welcome.

Third Thursdays
6:00 - 8:00pm
Questions? Contact sharon [at] sagatucson.org

SAGA Advisory Council

Help guide the future of SAGA and our programs and services. Find a volunteer role within SAGA that excites you. Individual volunteers and project leaders are encouraged to participate.

Fourth Mondays
6:00-7:30pm
Questions? Contact alison [at] sagatucson.org

Gender Outlawz

Have you ever felt you or someone you know didn't meet society's expectations for being a woman or a man or both? Have you ever thought maybe we should change those expectations, or do away with them? Have you ever been made to feel like a gender outlaw? Have you ever been proud to be (or secretly wanted to be) a gender outlaw? Now's your chance! Come discuss the wild world of gender in all its variations in a supportive environment. Everyone is welcome, no matter where you are -- or want to be -- on the gender spectrum (or any other spectrum, for that matter)!

Gender Outlawz is currently in hibernation.
Questions? Contact outlawz [at] sagatucson.org 

Cancer Support Group

Sponsored by Arizona Cancer Center at UMC

Weekly Cancer Support Group for Lesbians, Bisexual & Transgender women Mondays at 2:00 pm

Some advantages to being in a Support Group?

• You can connect with others and remember that you are not alone.
• You can provide support in hard times.
• You can provide information and coping skills.
• You can offer tips that only cancer survivors, friends of cancer survivors, and family of cancer survivors understand.

If interested please contact Brenda Casey, LMSW (520-694-0347)

Location:UMC-North (3838 N. Campbell Ave, Tucson)