Pride to Power Needs Assessment Survey 1. What is your age range? * 18-24 25-34 35-44 45+ 2. What is your zip code? * 3. What is your gender identity? * Cisgender (Gender Matches Sex) Transgender Nonbinary Agender Genderfluid Intersex Not Listed 4. How do you identify in terms of sexual orientation? * Straight Lesbian Gay Bisexual Queer Asexual Not Listed 5. What is your racial/ethnic identity? * American Indian or Alaska Native Asian Black or African American Hispanic or Latino Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander White Not Listed 6. What are the biggest challenges you currently face in your personal or professional life? * Financial instability Lack of career opportunities Lack of educational resources Discrimination and systemic barriers No Challenges Other if Other (please specify) 7. In your area, do you feel like there are sufficient support systems for Black queer individuals? * Yes No Not sure 8. What services or programs would be most beneficial for you to overcome the challenges you face? * Mentorship programs Financial literacy workshops Career development (resume building, interview skills) Educational scholarships Mental health support Social events for community building Leadership development N/A 9. How would you describe the availability of safe spaces (physical or virtual) for Black queer individuals in your community? * Abundant Somewhat available Scarce Non-existent 10. For respondents in Milwaukee, how would you rate the representation of Black queer individuals in local LGBTQIA+ organizations or events? (N/A for those not in MKE) * Well-represented Somewhat represented Not represented Don't know N/A 11. What barriers do you think contribute to the lack of safe spaces for Black queer individuals in Milwaukee? * Lack of funding for inclusive spaces Cultural stigma Systemic racism within existing LGBTQIA+ organizations Limited visibility of Black queer leadership Other If Other Please Specify 12. In what areas do you feel Black Pride Milwaukee, Inc. could best support the Black queer community? * Advocacy and representation in local policy Career and professional development Social events and community building Educational programs Behavioral and mental health services Support for queer youth Other If Other (please specify) 13. How likely would you be to participate in a mentorship or career development program specifically for Black queer individuals? * Very likely Somewhat likely Unlikely What program components are most important to you? (Select all that apply) * One-on-one mentorship Group mentorship sessions Networking events with professionals Workshops on financial literacy and entrepreneurship Peer support groups Other (please specify) If Other (please specify) 15. What is the best way for you to access these services or events? * In-person events Virtual events/workshops A combination of both What time of day would you prefer for these services or events to take place? * Morning Afternoon Evening Flexible 17. Is there anything else you would like to share about the needs of Black queer individuals in your community? Thank you so much for your time!Please take a moment to join our volunteer list.
