At the Cove Atlanta Inc
At the Cove Atlanta Inc, we aim to make a lasting impact on the LGBTQ+ community in the surrounding areas of Atlanta, GA, and beyond. Our initiatives and purpose is to catalyze true transformation. But above all, creating a welcoming environment and uplifting the true potential by providing the resources to succeed. Our passion to build a supportive LGBTQ+ network in Atlanta is at the heart and soul of everything that we do: Centering Queer Joy.
OUR MISSION
At the Cove Atlanta Inc provides services and resources to benefit the trans and non-binary community, and also greater LGBTQ+ community of Georgia. Our mission is to: amplify workforce development and create a central resource center that will enhance the quality of life for the southern trans and non-binary community and their families.
OUR VISION
Our vision is to see opportunity and quality in employment improve in the trans and non-binary community in Georgia and surrounding states, through the use of resources provided by our center and partner organizations.
Workforce Development
Mental Health
Food Assistance
Community Reconnection
Joy does not simply happen to us.
We have to choose joy and keep choosing it every day.
– Henri J.M. Nouwen
Cove: noun
1. A small sheltered bay.
Ens(z)o ring:
circle of togetherness
The circle symbolizes strength, the circle of life, connection, letting go of expectations and the beauty in imperfection.
"Cove" was Jasmine's initial stage name before fully embracing her identity as a trans woman. This name played a crucial role in her self-discovery journey, where she learned a lot about herself. Throughout her life, Jasmine has aspired to be the person she needed during her own struggles in coming to terms with her true self, which is why she chose the name "Cove."
At the Cove Atlanta Leadership
Jasmine Basanes
Founding Director
Kayden Mannino
Operations Manager
Stephen Ogletree
Project Manager
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