"LGBTQ immigrants in the United States encounter unique obstacles to securing protection and safety, particularly when caught up in the immigration enforcement and detention systems. One in four substantiated incidents of sexual abuse in immigration detention involved a transgender individual over a four-year period. Further, LGBTQ immigrants pursuing claims to protection that are related to their sexual orientation or gender identity often face discriminatory attitudes in the immigration court system that lead to denials of immigration protection and longer periods of detention.

NIJC's LGBT Immigrant Rights Initiative provides legal services to LGBTQ immigrants across the country and engages in impact litigation targeting systemic flaws in the immigration system including the discriminatory adjudication of sexual-orientation and gender identity based claims and errors in the interpretation of refugee and asylum law."

Family Service Agency of DeKalb County has been providing counseling, advocacy, and other essential services to DeKalb County since 1956. We can assist individuals and families from birth through the end of life, no matter the circumstances.

“The List was fundamentally created to collect and showcase resources that are beneficial for trans+* individuals, their families, allies, and providers. We want this website to be a place where people can come to find support, community, and information.
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*trans+ is used as an umbrella term to include all gender and sex minorities.”

"Wherever this finds you on your journey of exploring LGBTQ+ identity, hopefully this small guide can be a space for you to build resiliency in yourself and connection to the wider Queer Community you are a part of."

"Donde sea que te encuentres en tu viaje de exploración de tu identidad LGBTQ+, se espera que esta pequeña guía ser un espacio en el que desarrolles tu propia resiliencia y conexión con la gran comunidad LGBTQ+ de la que formas parte."

Topics include setting boundaries, getting support, relaxation and breathing techniques, caring for your body, and how your nervous system works.

"The Campaign for Southern Equality is working to build a South where LGBTQ people are equal in every part of life. A South where your zipcode doesn’t determine your rights. Where all of us are free to be who we truly are and love who we truly love."

"Equality North Carolina is the oldest statewide organization in the country dedicated to securing rights and protections for the LGBTQ community. We're invested in ensuring that every North Carolinian can see themselves in this movement and helping create a safer, more equitable world for all marginalized folks. Together we can build a better North Carolina." Programs include Rural Youth Empowerment Fellowship and various political/candidate support programs. Issues include anti-violence; racial justice; non-discrimination; protecting youth; HIV/AIDS work.

"The mission of HCDVSAC is to provide quality services regardless of race, gender, ethnicity, culture, religion, sexual orientation, and socioeconomic status to reduce crime of domestic violence and sexual assault in the communities of Hoke County. It is our mission to empower, increase safety, develop community awareness, and educate victims and community members on domestic violence and sexual assault."
CRISIS LINE: (910) 875-4494

HCDVSA offers referrals to counseling services has a contracted therapist that leads support group.

HCDVSA offers assistance in obtaining Domestic Violence Protective Orders; has victim advocates that will accompany clients to court; refers to Legal Aid; and assists in completing forms for the Address Confidentiality Program and Victims Crime Compensation.

HCDVSA offers domestic violence and sexual assault awareness education through psychoeducational courses, outreach presentations, safety planning, and project SITE.

"Trillium developed Project OUTreach to share the research and tools available with our stakeholders, providers, faith-based organizations, and more. We work with North Carolina Families United and the Family Acceptance Project (based out of California) to help educate our communities with the skills needed to address the specific health concerns of and abuse toward LGBTQ youth."

En Español: https://www.trilliumhealthresources.org/es/outreach

"Stigma-free, affirming, affordable therapy for LGBTQIA+ Individuals

Do you live outside of the heteronormative-cisgender box?

Have you been to other supposed “LGBTQ-friendly” counselors who had no idea what you were talking about?

Could you use a safe space to process your feelings and assess your goals?

Are you seeking transition and need a letter for Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)?

Or maybe you’re seeking relationship counseling from someone who understands where you’re coming from.

If you can relate to any of the above, then you’ve come to the right place.

No judgements. No biases. Just a strong support system with open ears."

We are an HIV and STI outreach prevention and support agency for 15 counties in Central Illinois - Henderson, Hancock, McDonough, Warren, Knox, Fulton, Stark, Peoria, Mason, Tazewell, Putnum, Marshall, Woodford, LaSalle, and McLean Counties. We also help people living with HIV access and stay in care through transportation and housing services.