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Allies, LGBTQ+ Youth, For Educators, For Parents

Guide for Caring Adults - Supporting & Affirming LGBTQ+ Youth in Uncertain Times

It has never been more important for all adults to make clear where they stand when it comes to supporting and affirming LGBTQ+ youth. 

For Parents, Health & Aging, LGBTQ+ Youth

Getting Expert Support and Care for Gender-Expansive Children

When a child shows signs of distress about their gender, or a family feels they could use more support in raising a gender-expansive child, it's a good idea to connect…

Transgender, LGBTQ+ Youth, For Parents

Get the Facts on Sports Bans by Trans & Non-Binary Students

Transgender and non-binary people, in particular trans and non-binary youth, are under attack by politicians at all levels of government, as well as in the media. 

Transgender, Laws & Legislation, State & Local Policy, LGBTQ+ Youth, Research

Get the Facts on Gender-Affirming Care

Every person has the fundamental right to access the health care they need without fear of discrimination, prejudice, or barriers to treatment that supports their mental, physical, and emotional well-being.

LGBTQ+ Youth, For Youth

FAQs, Guidance & Resources for LGBTQ+ Youth During Uncertain Times

In the wake of the 2024 presidential election, HRC President Kelley Robinson said, “We are heartbroken, but not broken.” LGBTQ+ youth, you are not broken. You are incredible, you are…

For Parents, Laws & Legislation, Transgender, LGBTQ+ Youth

Emergency Funds for Relocating and Supporting Families and Transgender Individuals

LGBTQ+ Americans Fight Back: Emergency Funds for Relocating and Supporting Families and Transgender Individuals

LGBTQ+ Youth

Direct Online and Phone Support Services for LGBTQ+ Youth

The Youth Well-Being program at HRC Foundation has compiled the following direct service resources for LGBTQ+ youth and families.

Coming Out, Transgender, LGBTQ+ Youth, Allies

Celebrating Queer Joy: Hear From Our Community

“You’re not alone.”
“Nobody else is as good at being you as you are.”

For Parents, LGBTQ+ Youth

Adoption and Foster Care Resources for LGBTQ+ Parents

Whether you are looking to adopt or become a foster parent, LGBTQ+ individuals exploring these avenues to parenthood should be educated and prepared for the process ahead.
In this resource…

LGBTQ+ Youth, For Parents

A Parent’s Quick Guide for In-School Transitions

HRC Foundation’s Parents for Transgender Equality National Council Members Debi Jackson, Mimi Lemay, Kim Lesher, and Lizette Trujillo along with Welcoming Schools Facilitator Michele Hatchell and Youth Well-Being Coordinator Pallavi…