New Queer Resource Space aims to serve rural community in Garfield County despite worries of backlash - Aspen Journalism

New Queer Resource Space aims to serve rural community in Garfield County despite worries of backlash - Aspen Journalism

A new resource center for LGBTQ+ residents opening in New Castle on Saturday aims to bring more inclusivity and acceptance to western Garfield County amid a rise in legislation targeting transgender and nonbinary people across the country and instances of local discrimination.  Carbondale-based LGBTQ+ and disabilities advocacy nonprofit Cook Inclusive received initial funding of $75,000 to launch the Queer Resource Space from the Colorado Health…