LGBTQIA+ Resources: Advocacy & Support

"Through strategic litigation, public policy advocacy, and education, Gay & Lesbian Advocates & Defenders works in New England and nationally to create a just society free of discrimination based on gender identity and expression, HIV status, and sexual orientation."

An organization that advocates on behalf of the LGBT community in the United States, including political activism.

"Founded in 1972 with the simple act of a mother publicly supporting her gay son, PFLAG is the original ally organization. Made up of parents, families, friends, and straight allies uniting with lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) people, PFLAG is committed to advancing equality through its mission of support, education and advocacy."

"At GLSEN [Gay, Lesbian & Straight Education Network], we want every student, in every school, to be valued and treated with respect, regardless of their sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We believe that all students deserve a safe and affirming school environment where they can learn and grow."

PFLAG's Transgender Network (TNET) focuses on supporting transgender individuals and their families and friends.

"Gender Spectrum provides education, training and support to help create a gender sensitive and inclusive environment for all children and teens."

A resource for people with LGBTQ parents.

An "international organization dedicated to human rights advocacy on behalf of people who experience discrimination or abuse on the basis of their actual or perceived sexual orientation, gender identity or expression."

A New Jersey based civil rights organization, advocating for the rights of the LGBT community.

"Gender Education and Advocacy (GEA) is a national organization focused on the needs, issues and concerns of gender variant people in human society."

"FTM International Leaders focus on Strong Rights, human rights, multiple oppressions, immigrant rights and anti-oppression work with all our members, families, friends, allies, donors, volunteers, chapter members and leaders."

"The National Center for Transgender Equality (NCTE) is a 501(c)3 social justice organization dedicated to advancing the equality of transgender people through advocacy, collaboration and empowerment."

An organization founded "To secure legally recognized civil marriage equality for all, without regard to sexual orientation or gender identity..."

"GLMA's mission is to ensure equality in healthcare for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) individuals and healthcare providers."

"We bolster the strength of local LGBT activism in rural enclaves, small towns and cities nationwide. We build grassroots political muscle at every level by training activists, strengthening the infrastructure of local and state allies and organizing broad-based campaigns creating public support for full equality of LGBT people. Learn more about our Organizing & Training and Movement Building efforts."

"CenterLink was founded in 1994 as a member-based coalition to support the development of strong, sustainable LGBT community centers."

A resource for LGBT individuals seeking asylum in the United States.

"As the LGBT movement's communications epicenter, GLAAD is the principal organization that works directly with news media, entertainment media, cultural institutions and social media."

"The National Black Justice Coalition (NBJC) is a civil rights organization dedicated to empowering Black lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) people. "

"Atticus Circle educates and mobilizes straight people to advance equal rights for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) partners, parents, and their children."

Advocates "...for not only the LGBT community but the collective communities of people who remain marginalized or diminished by inequality in the law as well as societal inequality."

A searchable list of LGBT centers for the United States, including some international resources.

"Advocates for Youth champions efforts to help young people make informed and responsible decisions about their reproductive and sexual health. Advocates believes it can best serve the field by boldly advocating for a more positive and realistic approach to adolescent sexual health."

"The National Coalition for LGBT Health is committed to improving the health and well being of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender individuals and communities through public education, coalition building and advocacy that focus on research, policy, education and training."