The Trevor Project is the world’s largest suicide prevention and mental health organization for LGBTQ young people. Founded in 1998, the organization provides 24/7 crisis support through phone, text, and chat, offering a safe and affirming space for LGBTQ youth to connect with trained counselors. The Trevor Project also conducts advocacy, research, and education programs aimed at ending suicide among LGBTQ youth and fostering a more inclusive world.
LGBTQ+: Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Questioning Plus.
The LGBTQ+ community represents a diverse group of identities and encompasses any gender identities and sexual orientations that fall outside of the scope of heterosexual norms. Like all individuals, members of the LGBTQ+ community also identify with other communities (i.e., race, ethnicity, nationality, religion, socioeconomic class, and more). This creates even more diversity in an already diverse community.
While there is Pride in being a part of this community, it also has its own set of challenges—and they all affect your mental health.
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The National Queer and Trans Therapists of Color Network (NQTTCN) is a healing justice organization dedicated to transforming mental health care for queer and trans people of color. By connecting individuals with therapists, providing resources, and fostering community, NQTTCN works to address systemic barriers and promote collective healing. Through advocacy and capacity-building programs, the network empowers therapists of color and uplifts mental health practices that honor the lived experiences of marginalized communities.
SAGE is the nation’s largest and oldest organization dedicated to advocating for LGBTQ+ older adults. Founded in 1978, SAGE provides vital services and programs to support aging LGBTQ+ individuals, including housing, caregiving resources, and community engagement opportunities. The organization also works to combat discrimination and promote inclusive policies, ensuring that LGBTQ+ elders can age with dignity, respect, and pride.
The Okra Project is a grassroots organization that addresses food insecurity within the Black transgender community. By providing home-cooked, culturally specific meals prepared by Black trans chefs, the project nourishes both the body and spirit of its recipients. Beyond meals, the Okra Project offers resources and support to uplift and empower Black trans individuals, fostering a sense of care, connection, and community.
PFLAG is the nation’s first and largest organization for LGBTQ+ people, their families, and allies. Founded in 1973, PFLAG provides support, education, and advocacy to create a more inclusive and equitable world. With a network of hundreds of chapters across the country, PFLAG offers resources and community for those navigating issues related to sexual orientation, gender identity, and acceptance.
The LGBT National Help Center provides free and confidential support for LGBTQ+ individuals through phone hotlines, online chat services, and a vast database of resources. Serving people of all ages, the center offers a safe space to discuss issues like coming out, relationships, mental health, and more, fostering understanding and community connection.
Advocates for Trans Equality (A4TE) is a leading advocacy organization dedicated to advancing the rights and well-being of transgender people. Through policy reform, public education, and community engagement, A4TE works to promote equality, end discrimination, and empower trans individuals to live authentically and with dignity.
GLMA: Health Professionals Advancing LGBTQ Equality is a national organization of healthcare professionals dedicated to ensuring health equity for LGBTQ individuals. Through education, advocacy, and research, GLMA promotes culturally competent care, fights discrimination in healthcare, and supports LGBTQ-inclusive policies and practices.