Resources

Local Organizations

• Out in the Open Brattleboro-based LGBTQ+ support and advocacy group for Windham County and surrounding areas. Out in the Open connects rural LGBTQ people to build community, visibility, knowledge and power.

• Outright Vermont Vermont’s only statewide youth LGBTQ+ support and advocacy group. Resources, support and solidarity.

 

Youth Helplines

• Crisis Call Center – Call 1-800-273-8255, or text “ANSWER” to 839863

• Crisis Text Line – Text “START” to 741-741

• National Suicide Prevention Lifeline – Call 1-800-273-TALK (8255)

• SAMHSA’s Helpline – Call 1-800-662-HELP (4357)

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For Parents and Families

• Family Acceptance Project Videos, research, practice guides and train on family acceptance/rejection.

• Trans Youth Family Allies Information, advocacy and links to services for families.

• Advocates for Youth Articles, tips and advocacy information on LGBTQ issues.

• My Kid is Gay

• Trans Youth Equality Support for trans youth and their families.

• Gender Odyssey Education, support and training for families and educators.

• Parenting of LGBTQ+ Teens: A Brief Guide A resource for parents and caregivers of teens in the LGBTQ+ community.