Chippewa Valley LGBTQ+ Community Center launches census to identify needs of locals

Audrey Korte The Chippewa Herald
Jun 28, 2022
Jun 28, 2022 Updated May 18, 2023
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Executive Director and VP of Media at the Chippewa Valley LGBTQ+ Community Center stand outside their office in downtown Eau Claire. The center has launched its census for the second year in a row.

Audrey Korte The Chippewa Herald

The Chippewa Valley LGBTQ+ Community Center in Eau Claire has launched its census for the second year in a row. Responses are anonymous and no question requires a response. The center is hoping to reach more respondents in rural communities this year.

Pride in the Park took place a few weeks ago with the organization and help of staff and volunteers at the Chippewa Valley LGBTQ+ Community Center in Eau Claire.

Photo courtesy of the Chippewa Valley LGBTQ+ Community Center

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Audrey Korte The Chippewa Herald

The Chippewa Valley LGBTQ+ Center provides services and programs for Wisconsin residents living in Chippewa, Dunn and Eau Claire counties. But the center does more than organize events and educational experiences. It provides a sense of community for LGBTQIA+ locals.

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