Resources
We're happy to offer this list of helpful and educational resources for allies and members of the LGBTQ+ community, as well as those who are trying to learn more.
All info comes directly from the resource's website, which can be accessed by clicking on their title or image block.
All resources have been used or checked by members of our team to ensure they are user-friendly and display accurate information, however if you ever come across any issues or have any questions, please let us know!
Getting Help
You deserve a welcoming, loving world,
and so do the people you care about. Here you can reach out to a counselor if you’re struggling, find answers and information, and get the tools you need to help someone else.
The Trevor Project is always here for you, nationwide, 24/7, 365 days a year! Reach out at: 866.488.7386
The It Gets Better Project’s mission is to uplift, empower, and connect lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ+) youth around the globe.
The It Gets Better Project is a global non-profit that reaches millions of young people each year through inspiring media programming, educational resources, international affiliates in 19 countries, and access to an arsenal of community-based service providers.
Approximately 4.2 million youth ages 13 to 25 experience homelessness each year in the United States.
For 50 years, the National Runaway Safeline (NRS) has been providing crisis intervention services to young people and their families while also offering prevention, educational and training programs to the network of runaway and homeless youth (RHY) service providers nationwide. This work directly supports our mission of keeping runaway, homeless and at-risk youth safe and off the streets.
Family & Ally Resources
As a parent or caregiver, it is very important for you to be askable. What does that mean? How do adults become askable?
To be askable means that young people see you as approachable and open to questions. Being askable about sexuality is something that most parents and caregivers want but that many find very difficult.
Because being askable is so important and because so many adults have difficulty initiating discussions about sex with their children, adults may need to learn new skills and become more confident about their ability to discuss sexuality. Here you can find tips from experts in the field of sex education.
PFLAG is the first and largest organization for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ+) people, their parents and families, and allies.
The PFLAG Chapter Network--with over 400 chapters across the country--provides confidential peer support, education, and advocacy to LGBTQ+ people, their parents and families, and allies. PFLAG chapters are in communities in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico. With 200,000+ members and supporters crossing multiple generations of families in major urban centers, small cities, and rural areas, PFLAG has been saving lives, strengthening families, and changing hearts, minds and laws since 1972.
From the American Psychological Association and the CDC:
Accurate information for those who want to better understand sexual orientation.
Although we can choose whether to act on our feelings, psychologists do not consider sexual orientation to be a conscious choice that can be voluntarily changed.
This webpage includes multiple resources for understanding and answering questions about sexual orientation, sexuality, gender identity, transgender people, same-sex marriage, and more.
Medical Care & Advice
Planned Parenthood is proud to provide a safe and welcoming place to get transgender/nonbinary hormone therapy. We offer services to transgender women, transgender men, and nonbinary people.
Services include:
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Estrogen and anti-androgen hormone therapy
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Testosterone hormone therapy
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Puberty blockers
Not every Planned Parenthood health center provides all services. Check with your local Planned Parenthood health center about the services they offer.
A community of psychiatrists that educates and advocates on LGBTQ mental health issues.
AGLP Strives to be a community for the personal and professional growth of all LGBTQ+ Psychiatrists, and to be the recognized expert on LGBTQ+ mental health issues.
Using the AGLP Online Referral System, you can find LGBTQ-friendly psychiatrists near you that are members of the association.
People who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender have a variety of health needs. Find networks, services, and health clinics by state available to address those needs.
This list has been provided by the CDC.
Others Spreading Jesus' Love for the LGBTQ+ Community
We cultivate radical belonging for LGBTQ+ Christians and allies through a commitment to growth, community, and relational justice.
Exploring the ways Christianity has always been queer through courses, a podcast, and so much more.
UNCHANGED by @qchristianorg is an affirmative counter to ex-gay theologies, organizations, and philosophies. We are #unchangedLGBTQ.
Informational Websites & Other Resources
GLAAD rewrites the script for LGBTQ acceptance. As a dynamic media force, GLAAD tackles tough issues to shape the narrative and provoke dialogue that leads to cultural change.
The Human Rights Campaign envisions a world where every member of the LGBTQ+ family has the freedom to live their truth without fear, and with equality under the law. We empower our 3 million members and supporters to mobilize against attacks on the most marginalized people in our community.
Advancing the creation, communication, and application of psychological knowledge on gender identity and sexual orientation to benefit society and improve lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people's lives.