A SAFE SPACE FOR QUEER + ALLIED STUDENTS IN GRADES 6–12
Wilco Iris™ is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization whose primary purpose is to support and empower queer and questioning students and their allies through student-led, adult-supported programming, education, outreach work, and social events. Our adult advocates serve as representatives in the community to help foster a safer and more accepting environment for our students.
NOW SERVING MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENTS!
62+
socials + events
200+
students served
11+
schools represented
OUR MISSION
Wilco Iris™ supports LGBTQIA+ youth and their allies by providing a safe and nurturing environment for connection, outreach, and education. Our student-led group hopes to build an inclusive and empowered community for queer youth across all public, private, and home schools in Williamson County, TN.
STUDENT LEADERSHIP
STUDENT REPRESENTATIVES
These are high school students who serve as liaisons between their school and the organization. They help to connect new queer/allied students to Wilco Iris™ socials and get them plugged in. Student Reps also serve on our Student Leadership Council.
IRIS IMPACT LEADERS
The Iris Impact Leadership Team is the face of the organization. Iris Impact Leaders are selected through an application and interview process to fill 4-6 paid positions. They have more responsibility but also have the most impact on how we function as an organization. Open to students in grades 10-12.
OUR STORY
Wilco Iris™ is a student-led and adult-supported organization in Williamson County, Tennessee. Wilco Iris™ was formed in the fall of 2020 during the worldwide COVID-19 pandemic as a branch of our former parent non-profit, Williamson Social Justice Alliance. We transitioned to our own 501(c)(3) non-profit organization in response to local students expressing a continued need for a supportive and encouraging space for LGBTQIA+ teenagers to meet, forge powerful friendships, and work together to help build an empowered and inclusive community.
COMMUNITY PARTNERS
