Independent Communities for LGBTQIA+

FAQ

What are lgbtqia communities?

Communities for LGBTQIA+ people covering social connection, identity, mental health, and advocacy. Discord is a major hub with large and small servers for everything from general queer community to specific identities and interests, alongside subreddits and dedicated platforms for support and discussion.

How many LGBTQIA independent communities are listed on Hive Index?

Hive Index lists 6 LGBTQIA independent communities on Independent Platforms. Most listings with size data are huge (50%) or large (33%). We only have a handful of listings so far, so treat these numbers as directional. The main LGBTQIA topic page covers every platform we track for this topic.

What features do these independent communities include?

Forum is the most common (67%). Others that show up often include online/offline events and live chat. Use the feature filters above the list to narrow results.

Are there free lgbtqia independent communities?

5 of 6 (83%) are free to join. The rest require payment, an application, or both.

Which lgbtqia independent communities are most popular on Hive Index?

On Hive Index, the default Popular sort surfaces The Cage, Out In Tech, Arocalypse, and Startout first. Popularity reflects visitor interest in communities on the site, not a universal quality score. Use the sort menu for Ratings, Largest, or Newest.

How does Hive Index collect and rank listings?

Listings are submitted by community builders and researchers, reviewed for topic relevance, and updated with platform, feature, member, review, and traffic data where available. Member counts are approximate. Popular reflects visitor interest in communities on the site, with richer profiles breaking ties. Ratings, Largest, and Newest use review scores, reported member counts, and listing age instead.

When was this list last updated?

This page was last updated 7/9/2024, based on the most recent change to the topic or its listings. We refresh entries when communities are submitted, claimed, or reviewed, and we update member counts, features, and traffic data on an ongoing basis.