Queer Youth Nutrition

Nutrition Information for Queer Youth

About – Our Queer Youth Nutrition (QYN) program is an exciting new initiative for LGBT+ identifying youth (ages 13-24) who live, work, or attend school in Detroit to broaden their cooking/nutrition knowledge and gather to break bread with their peers.

The program operates on a monthly schedule and each month consists of a Nutrition Class, a Cooking Class, and two “Family Dinners” which are group meals in a sober gathering spaceh. It is 100% free for qualifying participants and we can assist with transportation for those who are unable to attend without assistance. 

How to Participate -

If you are interested in the program, fill out this form to be added to our mailing list and keep updated about events/news regarding it.

Funding

This program is funded by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services’ “Healthy Community Zone” grant program. This program is focused on funding health centered community initiatives in a few select areas around the state, including the city of Detroit.

Schedule

Schedule:
The QYN operates on a monthly schedule alternating weekly between classes
and dinners. The typical schedule is: 
1st Thursdays – Nutrition Class w/ instructor Sage Sherlock
2nd Thursdays – “Family Dinner”
3rd Thursdays – Cooking Class w/ instructor Mikal Jones
4th Thursdays – “Family Dinner
 
Upcoming Sessions:
Thursday 1/15 – “Family Dinner” – This Week: Pasta Bar! Sign Up Here
Thursday  1/22 – Cooking Class w/ Instructor Mikal Jones
Thursday 1/29 – “Family Dinner”
Thursday 2/5 – Nutrition Class w/ Instructor Sage Sherlock “All About Bones”

 

All sessions take place at Corktown Health (1726 Howard)
in Detroit typically each Thursday (refer to calendar
for any changes) from 6:00-8:00PM.
Our Nutrition and Cooking Classes will cover a variety of topics throughout the duration of the program! Here’s what you have to look forward to:
Nutrition Classes w/ Sage
– February: All About Bones
– March: Protein 101
– April: Oxymels, glycerine, and oils
– May: Lymphatic Wisdom
– June: The Art of Fermentation

– July: True Hydration
– August: All About Omega’s
– September: The Power of Spices

 
Cooking Classes w/ Mikal – TBA

Overall issues often overlooked

Nutrition is crucial for queer and trans youth to support physical growth, manage body image issues tied to gender dysphoria (often leading to disordered eating), and address higher risks of food insecurity and mental health struggles from stigma; tailored, gender-affirming nutrition care recognizes food as identity expression and helps navigate needs related to hormone therapy, promoting overall well-being.

Meet Our Nutrition and Cooking Instructors

Nutrition Instructor (Sage):

Sage Sherlock (she/her) is a Nutritionist with a specialty in Herbalism. She has been studying and practicing holistic health for 13 years, begining her studies at Bauman College in Berkeley, California with their Holistic Culinary Program. She then went on to study at California School of Herbal Studies in 2016 and became a community herbalist for her hometown of Los Angeles. She went back to Bauman College to become a certified Nutritional Consultant in 2020 and has integrated this expertise into. her practice. Over the years she has taught many classes, led many plant walks, and guided many individuals on their path to wellness. Sage moved to Detroit in 2022 and is joyed to share the healing powers of plants and food with the 313.

Cooking Instructor (Mikal):

Hello! My name is Mikal Jones. I am a Graduate from the  Culinary Institute of Michigan earning 2 degrees in Food/Beverage Management and Culinary Arts. I specialize is Food and Beverage pairing and Mixology.    I currently work in the field of hospitality helping to shape and reform the culture of hospitality in the Detroit food scene. I aspire to be a household name and one day becoming a tv personality chef. I am a proud Detroit native and strives for Diversity, Equality and Inclusion of everyone!

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