LGBTQ Resources

Despite progress across the United States, there are still many places in this country where employers can fire or refuse to hire people because of their sexual orientation or gender identity. LGBTQ people are also vulnerable to discrimination in public accommodations or housing, and the community is frequently victimized by violent hate crimes. In addition, LGBTQ youth often encounter harassment and bullying in school, and they typically make up a disproportionate percentage of homeless youth throughout the country. Here are some LGBTQ resources you may find useful:

• The Human Rights Campaign:

  • Interactive map of laws and policies concerning LGBTQ rights by issue and by state

  • We Are With You (hotline numbers for the community and a guide for helping youth post-trauma)

  • A Resource Guide to Coming Out - a publication in English with a version in Spanish and a version for the African-American community

  • Transgender Visibility: A Guide to Being You - how to come out as transgender, be honest with yourself, and tell others

• The Trevor Project

  • Trevor Support Center - find answers to frequently asked questions and explore resources
  • Preventing Suicide - learn the signs, the facts, and how you can help prevent suicide