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Would you like to participate in research about stress and mental health? The RESILIENCE research group at the University of Minnesota, directed by Dr. Michael Curtis, is currently looking for people who would like to volunteer as research participants for various studies.
Hope and Future Orientation Among LGBTQ+ Young Adults
Hope and Future Orientation Among LGBTQ+ Young Adults
Updated: Aug. 2025
Drs. Michael Curtis and Kay Simon, researchers at the University of Minnesota (IRB# STUDY00024058), are running a HOPE-SGM research study (“Horizons of Possibility and Empowerment among Sexual and Gender Minorities”) and we’d love to hear from you! We’re looking for volunteers to help us understand life experiences and future goals of LGBTQ+ youth — plus you’ll get paid for your time!
What’s involved? It’s all online: you’ll complete a 45-minute timeline/lifeline exercise to map out important events in your life, and then a 45-minute one-on-one interview to talk about your story and goals. You can do both parts from home on your schedule (video chat with a friendly researcher). Each part is worth $25, for a total of $50 in prepared debit gift cards!
How to join: If this sounds like something you’d be into, sign up here 👉 https://shorturl.at/zwUgG and we’ll send you more info. Feel free to email us at resresearch@umn.edu with any questions. No pressure at all — just an opportunity to help out and earn $50 for a couple of online chats.Thanks for reading and stay awesome!
What’s involved? It’s all online: you’ll complete a 45-minute timeline/lifeline exercise to map out important events in your life, and then a 45-minute one-on-one interview to talk about your story and goals. You can do both parts from home on your schedule (video chat with a friendly researcher). Each part is worth $25, for a total of $50 in prepared debit gift cards!
- Who: You must be 18–25 years old, living in the U.S., and identify as a sexual and/or gender minority (e.g. LGBTQ+).
- What: Two 45-min sessions (timeline activity + interview), all online.
- Why: It’s confidential, voluntary, and a safe space to share your experiences and reflect on your journey. Think of it as a chance to look back on your life so far and think about your future — all while helping important research for LGBTQ+ folks. Plus, you get cash incentives!
- Privacy: Everything you share is kept private and confidential. You can skip questions or stop at any time.
How to join: If this sounds like something you’d be into, sign up here 👉 https://shorturl.at/zwUgG and we’ll send you more info. Feel free to email us at resresearch@umn.edu with any questions. No pressure at all — just an opportunity to help out and earn $50 for a couple of online chats.Thanks for reading and stay awesome!
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