National Resources
Legal and Advocacy Organizations
- Lambda Legal
Offers legal advocacy and resources for LGBTQ youth facing discrimination and rights violations. Provides resources through their Help Desk for individuals in need of legal support.
Website: Lambda Legal
- National LGBTQ Task Force
Works to advance the rights of LGBTQ people through policy, advocacy, and grassroots organizing efforts. Focuses on social justice and equality for all LGBTQ individuals.
Website: National LGBTQ Task Force
- LGBTQ+ Victory Fund
Supports and advocates for openly LGBTQ+ candidates running for public office across the nation, aiming to create a more inclusive political environment.
Website: Victory Fund
- Equality Federation
A national alliance of LGBTQ+ organizations working to promote and protect the civil rights of LGBTQ individuals through advocacy and policy change.
Website: Equality Federation
Community and Support Groups
- PFLAG (Parents, Families, and Friends of Lesbians and Gays)
Provides support, education, and resources for LGBTQ individuals and their families, with a focus on strengthening family acceptance and community-building.
Website: PFLAG
- Human Rights Campaign (HRC)
Offers educational resources and advocacy tools aimed at supporting LGBTQ youth and their families, promoting equal rights, and fostering community engagement.
Website: HRC
- It Gets Better Project
An online community that provides support, inspiration, and stories to help LGBTQ youth navigate challenges and feel empowered.
Website: It Gets Better
- Gay, Lesbian & Straight Education Network (GLSEN)
A grassroots initiative working to create safe, inclusive schools for LGBTQ students through local chapters and community programs.
Website: GLSEN
Health and Wellness Services
- Trevor Project
Provides 24/7 crisis intervention, suicide prevention, and mental health services for LGBTQ youth through helplines and online resources.
Website: Trevor Project
- Trans Lifeline
Offers peer support and crisis assistance specifically for transgender and gender-diverse individuals, including a hotline for immediate support.
Website: Trans Lifeline
- Planned Parenthood
Provides inclusive reproductive and sexual health services for LGBTQ individuals, including gender-affirming care, across the United States.
Website: Planned Parenthood
- NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness)
Offers mental health support, resources, and advocacy, including programs and help for LGBTQ individuals dealing with mental health challenges.
Website: NAMI
- STOMP Out Bullying
Works to combat bullying of LGBTQ youth, providing resources for education, awareness, and creating safer environments for young people.
Website: STOMP Out Bullying
- Advocates for Youth
Focuses on providing sexual and reproductive health resources, as well as advocating for the rights and well-being of LGBTQ youth nationwide.
Website: Advocates for Youth
- LGBT National Youth Talkline
A confidential peer-to-peer support service for LGBTQ youth offering advice, resources, and a safe space to talk about their experiences.
Website: National Youth Talkline
