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LGBTQ+ Resources: Local Resources

 

Local Resources

Discover local LGBTQ+ resources and support networks with our comprehensive LibGuide. Whether you're seeking community centers, healthcare providers, or advocacy groups, our guide provides a curated list of resources tailored to your area. Explore opportunities for connection, support, and empowerment within your local LGBTQ+ community.

Resources

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

  • 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline provides free, confidential support 24/7 for individuals in emotional distress or suicidal crisis through phone, chat, and text services.

Campus Pride

  • Campus Pride advocates for safer college environments for LGBTQ+ students by providing resources, programs, and support to foster inclusion and empower student leaders.

CDC: LGBTQ+ Youth: Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Health

  • The CDC provides resources and research on LGBTQ+ youth health, addressing disparities and promoting well-being through education, support, and inclusive healthcare initiatives.

GLAAD

  • GLAAD works to accelerate LGBTQ+ acceptance by amplifying stories, influencing media, and advocating for fair and accurate representation in entertainment and news.

GLMA: Health Professionals Advancing LGBTQ+ Equality

  • GLMA promotes LGBTQ+ health equity by advocating for inclusive policies, advancing research, and providing resources to healthcare professionals to ensure culturally competent care.

Human Rights Campaign

  • The Human Rights Campaign champions LGBTQ+ equality through advocacy, education, and outreach, striving for inclusive policies and societal acceptance worldwide.

It Gets Better

  • It Gets Better uplifts LGBTQ+ youth by sharing empowering stories, fostering community support, and advocating for a brighter future, promoting resilience and hope.

LGBTQ Workplace Resource Guide

  • Zippia's LGBTQ Workplace Resource Guide offers insights and support for creating inclusive workplaces, fostering diversity, and promoting LGBTQ+ equality in professional environments.

National Center for Transgender Equality

  • The National Center for Transgender Equality advocates for transgender rights through policy change, education, and empowerment, striving for equality, justice, and acceptance in society.

NCFR: National Council on Family Relations

  • The National Council on Family Relations advances family research, education, and practice to foster healthy relationships and strengthen families through interdisciplinary collaboration and evidence-based approaches.

PFLAG

  • PFLAG provides support, education, and advocacy to LGBTQ+ individuals, families, and allies, promoting acceptance and equality through community engagement and resources.

Safe Project: Addiction & Mental Health Resources for the LGBTQ+ Community

  • Safe Project offers addiction and mental health resources tailored to the LGBTQ+ community, fostering understanding, support, and access to inclusive care for recovery and well-being.

Sage: Advocacy & Services for LGBTQ+ Elders

  • Sage provides advocacy and services for LGBTQ+ elders, promoting health, housing, and social connections to ensure dignity, respect, and quality of life in later years.

Trans Lifeline

  • Trans Lifeline provides peer support, crisis intervention, and resources to transgender and gender-nonconforming individuals, offering connection, affirmation, and empowerment in times of need.

Transgender Students: Seven Recommendations for Academic Advisors

  • "Transgender Students: Seven Recommendations for Academic Advisors" offers guidance to support transgender students in higher education, fostering inclusivity and academic success.

The Trevor Project

  • The Trevor Project provides crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to LGBTQ+ youth through a confidential hotline, digital platforms, and educational programs, promoting safety and acceptance.

U.S. Department of Education: Confronting Anti-LGBTQI+ Harassment in Schools

  • The U.S. Department of Education confronts anti-LGBTQI+ harassment in schools through policies, resources, and support, advocating for safe, inclusive learning environments for all students.

U.S. Department of Education: Resources for LGBTQI+ Students

  • The U.S. Department of Education provides resources and support for LGBTQI+ students, fostering safe, inclusive learning environments and promoting educational equity and success

U.S. Department of Education: Supporting Transgender Youth in School

  • The U.S. Department of Education offers guidance and resources to support transgender youth in schools, promoting safety, inclusivity, and educational equity for all students.

ACLU Tennessee: LGBTQ+ Equality

  • ACLU Tennessee champions LGBTQ+ equality through legal advocacy, policy reform, and public education, working to ensure equal rights and protections for all individuals.

Appalachian Outreach

  • Appalachian Outreach provides support to underserved communities in the Appalachian region through programs focusing on education, healthcare, housing, and economic development, fostering long-term sustainable change

Bryant’s Bridge

  • Bryant’s Bridge connects underserved communities with resources and opportunities, focusing on education, mentorship, and empowerment to bridge gaps and foster equitable growth.

Chattanooga Pride

  • Chattanooga Pride celebrates and advocates for LGBTQ+ inclusion and equality through community events, education, and support, fostering visibility and acceptance in the region

Choice Health Network

  • Choice Health Network offers comprehensive healthcare services with a focus on reproductive health, family planning, and LGBTQ+ care, promoting accessible, affirming, and compassionate support for all individuals

Knoxville Pride

  • Knoxville Pride promotes LGBTQ+ visibility, acceptance, and equality in East Tennessee through community events, advocacy, and support, fostering a more inclusive and affirming environment.

LMU True You (formerly Gay Straight Alliance)

  • Lincoln Memorial University’s True You, formerly known as the GSA. A safe space for all students to be the truest versions of themselves.

South Knoxville Pride

  • South Knoxville Pride celebrates and advocates for LGBTQ+ inclusion and diversity in the South Knoxville community through events, outreach, and support, fostering unity and acceptance.

Tennessee Equality Project

  • Tennessee Equality Project advocates for LGBTQ+ rights and equality through legislative action, grassroots organizing, and community engagement, striving for fairness and acceptance statewide.

ACLU Kentucky: LGBTQ Equality

  • ACLU Kentucky works to advance LGBTQ+ equality through legal advocacy, education, and policy reform, promoting justice and civil liberties for all individuals.

Fairness Campaign

  • The Fairness Campaign advocates for LGBTQ+ rights and fairness in Kentucky through grassroots organizing, legislative advocacy, and community education, striving for equality and inclusion.

Kentucky Healthy Justice Network

  • The Kentucky Health Justice Network promotes health equity and justice for marginalized communities through advocacy, education, and support, aiming for accessible and affirming healthcare for all.

Kentucky Youth Law Project, Inc

  • The Kentucky Youth Law Project, Inc. provides legal advocacy and support to youth in Kentucky, focusing on LGBTQ+ rights, education, and empowerment for systemic change.

Lexington Pride Center

  • Lexington Pride Center fosters LGBTQ+ community support, resources, and advocacy in Lexington, Kentucky, promoting inclusivity, visibility, and equality through education, events, and outreach.

Louisville Pride Foundation

  • The Louisville Pride Foundation organizes events and provides resources to celebrate and support the LGBTQ+ community in Louisville, fostering unity, visibility, and acceptance.

Louisville Youth Group

  • Louisville Youth Group offers support and community for LGBTQ+ youth in the Louisville area through peer connections, resources, and empowerment, fostering resilience and acceptance.

Sweet Evening Breeze

  • Sweet Evening Breeze organization offers support and resources to LGBTQ+ individuals in rural communities, promoting inclusivity, visibility, and connection through outreach and advocacy efforts.

Trans Kentucky

  • Trans Kentucky advocates for transgender rights and visibility in Kentucky through education, community building, and advocacy, striving for inclusivity and equality statewide.

ACLU Florida: LGBTQ+ Rights

  • ACLU Florida defends LGBTQ+ rights through legal advocacy, education, and policy reform, striving for equality, fairness, and dignity for all individuals across the state.

Balance Tampa Bay

  • Balance Tampa Bay fosters LGBTQ+ professionals' connections and personal growth through networking events and community engagement, promoting inclusivity, diversity, and career advancement.

Diversity Health Center of Tampa Bay

  • Diversity Health Center of Tampa Bay provides LGBTQ+ affirming healthcare and support services, prioritizing inclusivity, accessibility, and holistic wellness for all individuals in the community.

Equality Florida

  • Equality Florida advocates for LGBTQ+ rights through legal action, policy change, and public education, striving for fairness, equality, and acceptance across the state.

Metro Health, Wellness and Community

  • Metro Health, Wellness and Community offers LGBTQ+ inclusive healthcare and support services, focusing on holistic wellness, advocacy, and empowerment for individuals in the community

Tampa Bay LGBT Chamber

  • The Tampa Bay LGBT Chamber promotes LGBTQ+ business growth and economic opportunities through networking, advocacy, and support, fostering diversity, inclusion, and success in the region.

Tampa International Gay and Lesbian Film Festival

  • The Tampa International Gay and Lesbian Film Festival showcases LGBTQ+ cinema, culture, and storytelling, fostering visibility, dialogue, and celebration of diverse identities and experiences.

Watermark Magazine

  • Watermark Magazine provides news, features, and resources for the LGBTQ+ community in Central Florida and Tampa Bay, promoting visibility, connection, and empowerment.