LGBTQIA+ Resources

LGBTQ+ Support Resources

Welcome to our collection of resources designed to support LGBTQ+ individuals and allies. This page includes downloadable guides, resource lists, and links to organizations that provide critical services. Explore below to find the information most relevant to your needs.

1. International Resources

• Resources for International LGBTQ+ Youth - The Trevor Project
  This guide includes:
  • Links to international suicide hotlines such as Befrienders Worldwide.
  • LGBTQ+ advocacy organizations like ILGA, IGLYO, and GATE.
  • Resources for asylum seekers, such as InReach (formerly AsylumConnect).
    Access more information at The Trevor Project.

2. Health and Wellness Resources

• Resources for Health & Substance Use - Youth Pride Inc.
  Offers local and national health-related support:

  • LGBTQ+ affirming mental and medical health providers.
  • Harm reduction services for substance use recovery.
  • HIV/AIDS care through organizations like AIDS Care Ocean State and Open Door Health.

• Mental Health Provider List - Youth Pride Inc.
  A detailed directory of LGBTQ+ affirming mental health providers in Rhode Island, including:

  • Specializations in trauma, substance abuse, and youth counseling.
  • Contact information for each provider and notes on insurance and sliding scale fees.
    Download Rhode Island information here.

• Medical Health Provider Resource List - Youth Pride Inc.
  A guide to LGBTQ+ affirming medical care, featuring:

  • Gender-affirming services through Thundermist Health Centers and Tri-County Health Centers.
  • Specialized providers like Dr. Michelle Forcier and Dr. Will Giordano-Perez.
  • Comprehensive STI counseling, PrEP, and PEP services.
    Download Rhode Island Resources here.

3. Support for Families and Friends

• Resources for Family & Friends - Youth Pride Inc.
  Support networks and tools for allies, including:
  • PFLAG, providing support groups for family members of LGBTQ+ individuals.
  • TGI Network, offering resources for families and partners of transgender individuals.
  • Anti-bullying initiatives like StopBullying.gov and the Cyberbullying Research Center.
    Learn more here.

4. Educational Guides and Allyship

• Guide to Being an Ally to Trans and Nonbinary Young People
  Learn best practices for supporting trans and nonbinary individuals, including:

  • Respecting chosen names, pronouns, and identities.
  • Avoiding microaggressions and misgendering.
  • Creating inclusive and affirming spaces.
    Access the full guide here.

• Guide to Supporting Bisexual Youth
  This guide addresses challenges like bi-erasure and biphobia, while offering:

  • Strategies for allyship.
  • Mental health statistics highlighting the unique struggles of bisexual youth.
  • Tips to foster inclusivity in your community.
    Download the guide here.

• Approaching Intersectional Conversations
  A resource for discussing the intersection of race and LGBTQ+ identities, including:

  • Strategies for self-care before, during, and after difficult conversations.
  • Guidelines for creating safe dialogue spaces.
  • Tips for allies to engage meaningfully.
    Read the full document here.

5. Coming Out Support

• Coming Out: A Handbook for LGBTQ Young People
  A comprehensive guide to exploring your identity and coming out, including:
  • Tools to navigate conversations with family, friends, and peers.
  • Tips for creating a safety plan if needed.
  • Self-care strategies and resources for ongoing support.
    Access the handbook here.

6. Survivor Support

• How to Support LGBTQ Survivors of Sexual Violence
  Guidance on providing empathetic and informed support for survivors:
  • Practical tips like listening without judgment and respecting autonomy.
  • Information on creating safe spaces for healing.
  • National resources like RAINN and The Trevor Project.
    Download the guide here.

7. General LGBTQ+ Resources

• General Resources - Youth Pride Inc.
  A collection of tools and organizations, including:
  • An LGBTQ+ glossary of terms.
  • Legal resources like the Trans Youth Handbook.
  • Advocacy programs such as GLAAD and GLSEN.
    Explore these resources here.