LGBTQ+
The following link is a new guide for LGBTQ+ students exploring college options and resources:
Resource Links: LGBTQ+, Addiction, Etc.
interACT Advocates for Intersex Youth
interACTuses innovative legal and other strategies, to advocate for the human rights of children born with intersex traits. Parents, doctors, mental health professionals, affected adults and family members all care deeply about protecting these children. However, the historical treatment of children born with intersex traits and the reality of society’s intolerance of difference has created so much pain and anger that these different groups of stakeholders have had a great deal of difficulty in communicating with each other. Recognizing that all these groups have the best interests of children at heart, interACT believes that improving communication is a crucial part of improving care for children born with intersex traits. So, while we are clear that our constituents are the children, we maintain a constant focus on respectful compassion for all those who care for the children we serve. https://interactadvocates.org/
Trans Student Educational Resources
Trans Student Educational Resources is a youth-led organization dedicated to transforming the educational environment for trans and gender nonconforming students through advocacy and empowerment. In addition to our focus on creating a more trans-friendly education system, our mission is to educate the public and teach trans activists how to be effective organizers. We believe that justice for trans and gender nonconforming youth is contingent on an intersectional framework of activism. Ending oppression is a long-term process that can only be achieved through collaborative action. http://www.transstudent.org/mission
LGBTQ+ Friendly Colleges and Student Resources
Attending college can be difficult, but lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning students may have an even harder time than others. The following guide was created to help LGBTQ+ students understand how many campuses are helping to make the college experience more welcoming and supportive. Visit AffordableCollege.org's LGBTQ College Student Guide for more information.
The Trevor Project
Founded in 1998, The Trevor Project is the leading national organization providing crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning (LGBTQ+) young people ages 13-24. If you are seeking help, visit their website at TheTrevorProject.org. You can call, chat, or text. There is also an online international peer-to-peer community for LGBTQ+ young people and their friends. For FAQs about several topics, visit Resources and Support Center.
LGBTQ+ and Substance Abuse
Substance use disorders have a greater effect on LGBTQ+ people than on the heterosexual population. The LGBTQ+ community must overcome several obstacles, including being denied substance abuse treatment because of their sexual identity. However, through the proper understanding and accommodation of LGBTQ+ care principles, substance abuse treatment can be successful. https://www.drugrehab.com/guides/lgbtq/
National Center for Transgender Equality
The National Center for Transgender Equality is a national social justice organization devoted to ending discrimination and violence against transgender people through education and advocacy on national issues of importance to transgender people. Visit TransEquality.org for more information.
Parents and Friend of Lesbian and Gays (PFLAG)
Founded in 1972, PFLAG is the nation's largest family and ally organization. Uniting people who are LGBTQ+ with families, friends, and allies, PFLAG is committed to advancing equality through its mission of support, education, and advocacy. Check out their website at PFLAG.org.
Signs of Addiction
Recognizing the signs of addiction is the first step to getting help for yourself or guiding someone you care about to rehab. For this reason, it is critical to have an understanding of the signs of addiction. There are behavioral, physical, and psychological signs of addiction. https://www.advancedrecoverysystems.com/process-addiction/signs-of-addiction/
The National Association for Multicultural Education (NAME)
NAME is a non-profit organization that advances and advocates for equity and social justice through multicultural education. https://www.nameorg.org/
Advocates for Youth
Advocates for Youth champions efforts that help young people make informed and responsible decisions about their reproductive and sexual health. Advocates focuses its work on young people ages 14-25 in the US and around the globe. Their core values are Rights, Respect, and Responsibility. Learn more at AdvocatesForYouth.org.