Aromantic Resources
AUREA (Aromantic-spectrum Union for Recognition, Education, and Advocacy)
Provides resources, news, and a global community for aromantic-spectrum people, including a glossary, articles, and educational tools.Website: aurea.org
TAAAP (The Ace and Aro Advocacy Project)
Advocates for aromantic and asexual issues, offering resources, guides, and information on topics like mental health and representation.Website: taaap.org
Arocalypse
An active forum for aromantic people to discuss experiences, share stories, and connect with a supportive online community.Website: arocalypse.org
Asexual Resources
AVEN (Asexual Visibility and Education Network)
One of the largest and most established resources for asexual people, offering forums, FAQs, research, and educational resources.Website: aven.org
Ace Week
An annual event dedicated to promoting awareness and visibility of asexuality, featuring resources, toolkits, and event listings.Website: aceweek.org
Asexual Outreach
A non-profit organization working to increase asexual visibility and support asexual youth, providing educational resources, guides, and community connections.Website: asexualoutreach.org
General LGBTQIA+ Resources
LGBTQ+ National Help Center
Offers free and confidential support for LGBTQIA+ individuals, including youth, teens, and seniors, through hotlines and online chat.Website: glbthotline.org
It Gets Better Project
Provides inspiring stories from LGBTQIA+ individuals to offer hope and support to youth.Website: itgetsbetter.org
GLSEN
Advocates for LGBTQIA+ inclusivity in K-12 schools, providing resources for educators, students, and families.Website: glsen.org
PFLAG
Offers support and resources for LGBTQIA+ individuals and their families, fostering understanding and acceptance.Website: pflag.org
UW-Milwaukee LGBTQ+ Resource Center Glossary of Terms
An extensive glossary of terms, including gender identity, forms of attraction, and microlabels.
Mental Health and Crisis Support
The Trevor Project
Provides crisis intervention and suicide prevention for LGBTQIA+ youth, including a 24/7 hotline, text, and chat support.Website: thetrevorproject.org
Trans Lifeline
A peer-support hotline for trans people, by trans people, offering support across mental health, transition, and well-being.Website: translifeline.org
National Queer and Trans Therapists of Color Network (NQTTCN)
Provides mental health resources specifically for queer and trans people of color, including a directory of affirming therapists.Website: nqttcn.com
The LGBTQ+ National Youth Talkline
A peer support and resource hotline for LGBTQ youth, providing non-judgmental listening and help.Website: glbthotline.org
Advocacy and Legal Support
Lambda Legal
Offers legal advocacy and resources for LGBTQIA+ individuals, addressing issues such as discrimination, healthcare, and workplace equality.Website: lambdalegal.org
Human Rights Campaign (HRC)
Provides educational resources, policy information, and advocacy for LGBTQIA+ rights.Website: hrc.org
ACLU (American Civil Liberties Union)
Works to defend and promote the rights of LGBTQIA+ people through advocacy and legal support.Website: aclu.org
Youth and Family Support
Q Chat Space
A digital, confidential space where LGBTQIA+ youth can chat with peers in a safe environment.Website: qchatspace.org
Gender Spectrum
Provides resources and support for families, educators, and communities to help create inclusive environments for gender-diverse youth.Website: genderspectrum.org
The Family Acceptance Project
A research and resource center dedicated to helping families support their LGBTQIA+ children and reduce risk factors.Website: familyproject.sfsu.edu
Educational Resources and Media Representation
GLAAD
Offers guidelines for media representation, educational resources, and campaigns to increase awareness and inclusivity for LGBTQIA+ identities.Website: glaad.org
The Trevor Project’s Educational Resources
Includes toolkits, research, and guides for supporting LGBTQIA+ youth in various settings.Website: thetrevorproject.org/resources/
LGBTQ Reads
A site for discovering books featuring LGBTQIA+ characters and authors, organized by identity and genre.Website: lgbtqreads.com