Resources

"Equality Federation is an advocacy accelerator rooted in social justice, building power in our network of state-based lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ+) advocacy organizations."

"GEKCO, Gender Expansive Kids & Co., is an Indianapolis, Indiana based confidential, peer-led monthly support group for families of transgender and gender expansive children. We connect parents and children with each other and with resources. While our focus is on families with younger children , we gladly welcome parents of offspring of any age. We’d like to especially welcome families of color. We know you are out there. Welcome in."

"AVP empowers lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and HIV-affected communities and allies to end all forms of violence through organizing and education, and supports survivors through counseling and advocacy."

"The Human Rights Campaign envisions a world where every member of the LGBTQ+ family has the freedom to live their truth without fear, and with equality under the law. We empower our 3 million members and supporters to mobilize against attacks on the most marginalized people in our community."

"Founded in 1987, Damien Center is Indiana’s oldest and largest HIV/AIDS service organization and serves more than 8,000 individuals living with or at risk for HIV through a comprehensive, innovative approach to HIV care and prevention."

"GSA Network is a next-generation LGBTQ racial and gender justice organization that empowers and trains queer, trans and allied youth leaders to advocate, organize, and mobilize an intersectional movement for safer schools and healthier communities."

"As GLSEN was founded by a group of teachers in 1990, we knew that educators play key roles in creating affirming learning environments for LGBTQ youth. But as well as activating supportive educators, we believe in centering and uplifting student-led movements, which have powered initiatives like the Day of Silence, Ally Week, and more."

"The National Center for Transgender Equality advocates to change policies and society to increase understanding and acceptance of transgender people. In the nation’s capital and throughout the country, NCTE works to replace disrespect, discrimination, and violence with empathy, opportunity, and justice."

"AFY provides lesson plans, tips and strategies, background information, and additional resources to help youth-serving professionals create a safe space for young people of all sexual orientations and gender identities."

"Indiana Legal Services, Inc. (ILS) is a not-for-profit law firm and the largest provider of free civil legal assistance to eligible low-income people in Indiana. ILS helps clients who are faced with legal problems that harm their ability to obtain basic needs such as food, shelter, income, medical care or personal safety. ILS also handles cases in other areas including family law where there is domestic violence, housing, consumer law, access to health care, and access to government benefits. ILS does not handle any criminal matters."

"Coming out" is a lifelong journey of understanding, acknowledging and sharing one's gender identity and/or sexual orientation with others. It may be quick and easy for some, or longer and more difficult for others.

It is important for parents of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning (LGBTQ) teens to remember each child is unique and will have their own experiences and feelings along the way."

"We are a queer nonprofit that seeks to fill the gap for those pushed to the margins. Our mission is to help make affirming care accessible to all, and to support and encourage authentic living."

"Wherever you are on your voice journey…

Just at the beginning and spinning your wheels on YouTube.

Or thrashing in the weeds unable to find a voice that’s affirming…

"We’re here to help.

Undead Voice will guide you through our one-of-a-kind transition process where you’ll find vocal euphoria.

Voice transition is hard, but we promise to make it fun!

You have what it takes to create a voice you’re obsessed with. We can’t wait to help you uncover it."

"The Family Acceptance Project® is a research, intervention, education and policy initiative to prevent health and mental health risks for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer-identified (LGBTQ) children and youth, including suicide, homelessness, drug use and HIV — in the context of their families, cultures and faith communities. We use a research-based, culturally grounded approach to help ethnically, racially and religiously diverse families learn to support their LGBTQ children."

"Hope for young LGBTQ lives starts here.

We believe LGBTQ young people deserve a welcoming, loving world. And we wake up every day dedicated to making that a reality."

"For Gender-Diverse People

Your journey to be seen as your authentic self will be filled with new questions, experiences, and challenges. Your relationships with your family and friends, the way you’re treated at school or work—all of that might change.

You probably have questions. How do I talk to my friends about what I’m going through? Should I tell my boss I’m transitioning? Where do I find binders that fit?

That’s why we’re here—to help you at any stage of your journey. We can help you find resources like doctors and therapists, or just talk through anything you’re questioning or struggling with."

"We stand in defense of the rights of women and minorities, workers, students, immigrants, gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender people, and others who have seen bias and bigotry threaten the rights afforded to all of us in this country by the Constitution and the Bill of Rights."

"TSRRC's Mission is to bring appropriate empowerment to disenfranchised communities through a multi-tiered approach accessing resources to Comprehensive Health and Social Services.

Our Vision is to offer practical solutions through a distribution of services via online and networked resources that focus directly to address the social determinants of health, empower marginalized populations through education, equity and mentorship, and to promote safety and foster leadership opportunities."

"According to the National School Climate Report, 86 percent of LGBTQ youth reported being harassed at school, compared to 27 percent of students overall. School years can be challenging for all students, yet those who identify as LGBTQ often face additional pressures or concerns. Within this guide, LGBTQ students can find resources and information about support systems available to help them navigate both high school and college environments."