BraveLab is a safe space for LGBTI+ young people aged 14 to 29. Here they can meet and discuss issues important to them, including awareness of their LGBTI+ identity, coming out, relationships with family, issues at school and work, mental health, HIV\/AIDS prevention and more. 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