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Resources for LGBTQIA+ Teens

At Give Us The Floor, we are very proud that teens who identify as LGBTQIA+ have a safe space to get support and feel a sense of belonging. We want you to know that they are not alone!

Are you a teen who identifies as LGBTQIA+ and who needs extra support right now? We’ve compiled a list of resources, especially for you and your unique needs. Please, do not wait to ask for help!

The Trevor Project | For Young LGBTQ Lives

The Trevor Project provides

Crisis intervention and suicide prevention for LGBTQ and questioning youth, available 24/7/365

Text the word “START” to 678-678 or call 1-866-488-7386

If you feel lonely or suicidal, they’re available to listen to you. 

It Gets Better Project

The It Gets Better Project inspires people across the globe to share their stories and remind the next generation of LGBTQ+ youth that hope is out there, and it will get better.

Stomp Out Bullying: Making Schools Safe for LGBTQ Community

Schools should be a young person’s primary center for learning, growing, and building a foundation for success in the world. High school can be challenging for any student, but LGBTQ youth face additional obstacles of harassment, abuse, and violence.

Q Card Project

The Q Card is a simple and easy-to-use communication tool designed to empower LGBTQ youth to become actively engaged in their health and to support the people who provide their care.

Genders & Sexualities Alliance Network

GSA clubs are student-run organizations that unite LGBTQ+ and allied youth to build community and organize around issues impacting them in their schools and communities.

Gay, Lesbian & Straight Education Network (GLSEN): Student Action

As a student, you have the power to make a change in many ways in your school and community.

If you are an LGBTQIA+ teen, Give Us The Floor is here for you. If you join one of our Supportive Group Chats, you’ll find many other teens just like you who are there to listen and support you, and whom you can provide support for as well. We even have group chats that are dedicated to LGBTQIA+ issues!