06/28/2026
HAPPY PRIDE
This month and every month we celebrate and honor the strength, joy, beauty, and resilience of LGBTQIA+ individuals all over the world. During a time in which q***r rights are increasingly under attack, it is vital to empower the voices, experiences, and perspectives of q***r folk.
Below are a few resources by and for LGBTQIA+ individuals to deepen your knowledge base. Please feel free to share more resources in the comments!
LGBT Hotline - a national organization that provides peer support, community connections, and resources to LGBTQ+ communities across the country
Trans Lifeline Hotline - a peer support phone service run by trans people for trans and questioning peers
The Trevor Project - a leading national organization focused on providing crisis intervention and prevention services to LGBTQ+ young people between 13-24
Equality Illinois - the state’s oldest & largest advocacy organization focused on defending LGBTQ+ rights via civic engagement, leadership opportunities, and public policy
Brave Space Alliance - A Black- and trans-led organization that empowers & shares resources with q***r people, particularly q***r people of color
The Liam Foundation - An affirming center for LGBTQ+ individuals to connect, find resources, and increase access to housing stability and financial assistance
Dear Schuyler (Schuyler Bailar) - Podcast
Love Makes a Family (Sophie Beer) - Children’s Book
Julian is a Mermaid (Jessica Love) - Children’s Book
Julian at the Wedding (Jessica Love) - Children’s Book
And Tango Makes Three (Justin Richardson & Peter Parnell) - Children’s Book
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