Our Cause

What to Do:

LGBTQ+ youth often feel isolated and unwelcome. Please remember that you are not alone. There are many, many resources online dedicated to helping and providing services for LGBTQ+ kids, and we've gathered some here for you!

For allies: we've also gathered resources where you can learn more about the community and the many different identities that compose it.

What do I do from here?

It's hard to know where to start. Luckily, we've made a handy checklist!

1: If you are considering suicide or are otherwise in a crisis, you deserve help. Please call the Trevor Project Lifeline at 1 (866) 488-7386.
2: If you're looking for resources about gender, sexuality, or just a place to talk, check out the 'Resources' tab below.
3: If you're an ally looking to learn more about the community, please look at the 'Allies' tab below.

Resources

The Trevor Project: LGBTQ+ nonprofit organization that offers confidential online chats & texts with counselors, as well as many other helpful resources, including places to get involved & volunteer.
LGBT National Help Center: offers phone hotlines for LGBTQ+ people of all ages, as well as moderated chatrooms for LGBTQ+ youth.
Out In Tech: A non-profit fighting for fair treatment of LGBTQ+ workers in tech fields. Offers a mentorship program for younger LGBTQ+ members, & places for current tech workers to join and volunteer.
Gay, Lesbian, & Straight Educational Network (GLSEN): An organization dedicated to making schools safer places for LGBTQ+ kids.

For Allies

The Trevor Project--Support Center: A good place to start learning about common sexualities and gender identities in the LGBTQ+ community.
Ally Tips (from the UC Davis LGBTQIA+ Center): A list of tips advising allies on what and what not to do (with specific info pertaining to the trans, intersex, & asexual communities).