Resources
LGBTQIA+ Links
As part of our mission, we’ve dedicated this page to share online resources to the LGBTQ+ community. Each link will bring you to the organization’s page with resources. Nothing here is meant to replace professional care.
Transgender Michigan’s primary mission is to provide advocacy, support and education while serving to create coalitions in the state of Michigan to unify and empower transgender and gender non-conformist communities.
Affirmations has a mission to provide a welcoming space where people of all sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, and cultures can find support and unconditional acceptance, and where they can learn, grow, socialize and feel safe.
As a dynamic media force, GLAAD ensures fair, accurate, and inclusive representation that rewrites the script for LGBTQ acceptance. GLAAD tackles tough issues to shape the narrative and provoke dialogue that leads to cultural change. GLAAD protects all that has been accomplished and envisions a world with 100% LGBTQ acceptance.
PFLAG is the nation’s largest family and ally organization. Made up of parents, families, friends, and straight allies united with people who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT), PFLAG is committed to advancing equality and societal acceptance of LGBT people through its threefold mission of support, education and advocacy. PFLAG now has over 350 chapters and 200,000 members and supporters crossing multiple generations of American families in major urban centers, small cities and rural areas in all 50 states.
Youth-Specific Links
Stand with Trans empowers and supports transgender youth and their loved ones. Their vision is a world where gender diverse youth are validated and celebrated.
The Trevor Project’s mission is to end suicide among lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer & questioning young people. Their vision is to see a world where all LGBTQ young people see a bright future for themselves.
Planned Parenthood Info and Resources for LGBTQ Teens and Allies
If you’re a LGBTQ teen or ally, there are lots of resources to help you get the support and info you need. There are lots of places online where you can find info about LGBTQ issues and to get connected with communities.
Positive environments are important to help all youth thrive. However, the health needs of LGBTQ+ Youth can differ from their heterosexual peers. On this page, find resources from the CDC, other government agencies, and community organizations for LGBTQ+ Youth, their friends, educators, parents, and family members to support positive environments.