Support

Need to change your name/gender?

The Center for Civil and Human Rights at Gonzaga University’s School of Law is having another free clinic to help folks get their name and gender changed on identification documents. Don’t miss it—it’s the last one of this academic year.

How autism & LGBTQ+ identities overlap

Come to our March 26 online support meeting to meet Dr. Lucas Harrington, a clinical psychologist at the UW Autism Center, who will help us learn how to affirm, support and advocate for our neurodivergent LGBTQ+ or LGBTQ-exploring children, and how to build a loving community to help our children thrive and live in two … Read more

“Becoming Johanna” film & discussion March 23

March 31 is International Transgender Day of Visibility (TDOV), a day dedicated to celebrating the accomplishments and victories of transgender and gender-expansive people, while simultaneously raising awareness of the work that is still needed to combat discrimination and violence. Join us at our March 23 support meeting from 7 to 9 pm as we recognize … Read more

Going Home For The Holidays…Or Any Days

About 4.5% of Americans identify as LGBTQ+ — meaning more than 11 million people in the country, and being accepted and affirmed (or not) plays a big role in their well-being. This all really comes into play at holiday time, or any time and LGBTQ+ person might be headed home. While for some LGBTQ+ people … Read more

Looking for LGBTQ resources in and around Seattle?

Seattle is home to many non-profit organizations, like PFLAG Seattle, dedicated to providing support to the LGBTQ community. Here are some great resources to help you find the support you’re looking for! Gay CityGay City’s Wellness Center, our LGBTQ Resource & Referral Program, our Gay City Volunteer Crew, and Gay City Arts all provide multiple … Read more

Seattle Athletes – It Gets Better!

Seattle Storm – Mariners – Sounders – Seahawks join It Gets Better with a powerful message to all who’ve been bullied. Check here for more It Gets Better videos. [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=erjMzGXH5KI&feature=player_embedded[/youtube]

Day of Silence – April 15, 2011

LGBTQ teen suicide & bullying are epidemic in America. Day of Silence is coordinated nationally by GLSEN. This is a day in which students from around the country take a vow of silence to bring attention to homophobic, anti-lesbian, gay, bisexual & transgender name-calling, bullying & harassment faced in schools by students, teachers & other … Read more

When a Teen Comes Out

ParentMap.com has a wonderful article posted on their website which highlights one student’s story of coming out, facing homophobia and tips for parents. When a Teen Comes Out