If you have any friends or acquaintances that are SSA, how did you met them? I'm interested in having bi or lesbian acquaintances, but I'm not sure on how to find them. There are a lot of "queer" spaces in my city however these are normally places that I have no interest in.
Volunteering is a great way to meet people, especially if you're shy. It automatically gives you something to talk about, and working towards a common goal can be a bonding experience. I've also met people through interest groups like community choir/theater and hiking/birdwatching. I tried volunteering at an animal shelter as well, but I wanted to adopt all the pets, so it was rather dangerous.
As someone who love animals, volunteering at an animal shelter does sound rather dangerous. XD