We are pleased to announce the appointment of Ashley L. Coleman, BS, BA, as JASMYN's next Chief Executive Officer. With more than ten years of leadership in LGBTQ+ advocacy, community health, and youth empowerment, Ashley is well positioned to lead JASMYN’s continued growth and impact.

Find out more about the success of the 14th Annual Strides for Pride HERE!

JASMYN hosted its 18th annual ‘Coming Out’ Day Breakfast to celebrate diversity in Northeast Florida’s workforce and support for LGBTQIA+ teens and young adults on Thursday, November 11th.

JASMYN’s Board Chair, Blake Osner, highlights the significance of our 18th Annual Coming Out Day Breakfast and 30th Anniversary, reflecting on the impactful work we’ve accomplished and our commitment to creating a brighter future.

After 30 years of visionary leadership, Cindy Watson retires as JASMYN’s CEO, leaving a legacy of advocacy and impact.

Jacksonville's LGBTQ history has always been rich and colorful, if often overlooked. Here's a tour of five sites across the Urban Core with ties to the city's LGBTQ story.

“JASMYN is Northeast Florida’s only youth center for LGBTQIA+ teens and young adults. And it’s the people and businesses of Jacksonville that have once again proven themselves to be the backbone of our nearly 29 years of empowering young people.”

JASMYN'S CEO Cindy Watson recently sat down with Jordan Wilkerson, co-host of First Coast Living.

Thank you, Jacksonville! We are honored to be named "Best Nonprofit" by Folio Weekly voters. On top of that, our Strides for Pride 5K was voted the "Best 5K!"

JASMYN, Jacksonville’s LGBTQ+ Youth Center, broke ground on Wednesday, 1/12/22 at 10 a.m. and announced its new construction project that will complete the organization’s campus.

“This expansion is a testament to the thousands who have walked through our doors feeling alone, misunderstood, rejected and scared, but who emerged with a clear understanding of their own self-worth and the confidence they needed to succeed and reach their potential.”