RESOURCES
Austin Community College Resources
Chosen Name Process
austincc.edu/chosenname
Remote Student Support
https://www.austincc.edu/coronavirus/remote-student-support
Sexual Harassment/Sexual Violence Policies/Title IX Policy
www.austincc.edu/titleix
Equal Employment Opportunity
www.austincc.edu/employment-at-acc
ATX & LGBTQIA+ Resources
24/7 Travis County Crisis Hotline
512-472-HELP (4357)
Trans Lifeline
877-565-8860
allgo: allgo envisions a just and equitable society that celebrates and nurtures vibrant queer people of color communities.
https://allgo.org/
Kind Clinic: Kind Clinic is committed to serving anyone who needs access to sexual health services. It is our goal to eliminate the stigma around sexual health and wellness for all!
https://kindclinic.org/
The Q Austin: The Q Austin is dedicated to empowering young Gay, Bi, Queer, Trans, Non-Binary, and MSM (men who have sex with men) 18-29. We mobilize these individuals, community partners and volunteers to help create a space to organize events, outreach, and other programs to support The Q's mission of reducing HIV/STI transmissions.
https://www.asaustin.org/theq
AIDS Services of Austin: ASA's mission is to enhance the health and well-being of the community and people affected by HIV and AIDS. We envision an empowered community committed to healthier lives, free from stigma, for people affected by HIV and AIDS.
https://www.asaustin.org/
CLOSED for 2023: ACC LGBT eQuity Scholarship
Award Amount: $500
Criteria:
Must be an active participant and/or an Ally of the LGBT+ Community.
Provide a reference related to participating in LGBT+ community activities.
Minimum 2.5 GPA in high school or college or submit a GED.
Financial need (as determined by the ACC Financial Aid Office).
Terms of Scholarship:
May be used for any program at ACC that leads to a certificate or associate degree.
Successfully complete a minimum of six hours with a 2.5 GPA each semester.
Scholarship applies to tuition, fees and books.
Scholarship must be used within one academic year.
To apply, complete the ACC General Scholarship Application online www.austincc.edu/scholarships
Non-ACC Affiliated LGTBQIA+ Scholarships
Austin Community College Scholarships:
Connect with on of ACC's Foundation Coordinators to determine if you are eligible for scholarships!
https://www.austincc.edu/students/scholarships
Scholarships for Transgender College Students:
Did you know there are scholarships specific to the trans community? The resource guide also describes how to find a transgender-friendly college and provides a directory for additional resources to help with academic and extracurricular success. You can check out the entire guide here:
https://www.accreditedschoolsonline.org/resources/transgender-student-support/
https://www.edumed.org/financial-aid/transgender-students-scholarships-resources/
College Scholarships for LGBTQ Students:
https://edubirdie.com/blog/scholarships-for-lgbtq-students
https://www.affordablecollegesonline.org/college-resource-center/lgbtq-scholarships-financial-aid/
https://www.nitrocollege.com/scholarships/lgbtq
Scholarship Resources: