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Mental Health Support
The Trevor Project
Offers crisis intervention and suicide prevention services specifically for LGBTQ+ youth. Includes a 24/7 lifeline, text, and chat services.
Trans Lifeline
A peer support hotline for trans and questioning individuals by trans operators.
It Gets Better Project
A platform providing uplifting stories and resources to support LGBTQ+ youth facing challenges.
Sexual Health and Education
Planned Parenthood LGBTQ+ Services
Provides education, resources, and care tailored to LGBTQ+ youth, including sexual health and safe sex information.
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GLSEN (Gay, Lesbian & Straight Education Network)
Works to create inclusive, safe, and affirming school environments for LGBTQ+ youth. Offers educational resources and guides for navigating challenges in school settings.
Housing and Homelessness Resources
True Colors United
Focuses on combating homelessness among LGBTQ+ youth by providing housing resources and advocacy.
Ali Forney Center
A shelter and resource provider for homeless LGBTQ+ youth, offering housing, support, and access to services.
Legal Rights and Advocacy
Lambda Legal
Offers legal support, advocacy, and information for LGBTQ+ individuals facing discrimination or legal challenges. They have resources specifically for young people navigating complex issues like identity, bullying, and school-related discrimination.
ACLU LGBTQ Rights Project
Provides resources and legal assistance for LGBTQ+ individuals, with a focus on issues affecting youth, like school policies and discrimination.
Gender Identity and Transgender Resources
The National Center for Transgender Equality
A leading resource for transgender rights, offering educational materials and support for navigating issues like healthcare, legal identity, and discrimination.
Point of Pride
Provides resources for trans individuals, including access to free chest binders, surgeries, and other transition-related needs.
Support Networks and Safe Spaces
Q Chat Space
A digital LGBTQ+ youth support group that provides moderated online chat rooms for connecting with peers in a safe, judgment-free environment.
The LGBT National Help Center
Offers national hotlines, chat support, and resources for youth, seniors, and family members of LGBTQ+ individuals.
Substance Abuse and Recovery
The LGBT Foundation
Offers advice and support for young LGBTQ+ people facing substance abuse challenges, including access to recovery programs and harm reduction services.
Unity Recovery
Provides virtual and in-person recovery meetings for LGBTQ+ youth seeking help with substance use.
Community and Social Connections
OUT Youth
A nonprofit offering safe spaces, programs, and mental health services for LGBTQ+ youth. It provides community events and resources to foster connection and well-being.
PFLAG (Parents, Families, and Friends of Lesbians and Gays)
Provides support for LGBTQ+ youth and their families, fostering understanding and connection across generations.