LGBT+ Local/National Resources
Addiction
American Addiction Centers (AAC)
Due to social stigma, discrimination and other challenges that individuals in the LGBTQ community face, there is an increased risk of mental health and substance abuse challenges. Addiction is a 365 day a year disease that affects many LGBTQ individuals. Please explore these free resources that specifically aim to bring awareness of these issues and offer help:
Drug Addiction and Abuse in the LGBTQ Community discusses why so many LGBTQ individuals abuse drugs and gives a list of helpful resources.
Looking at the Landscape of LGBTQ and Gay-Friendly Rehabs provides statistics on LGBTQ populations & addiction, where to find an LGBTQ-friendly rehab center and a substance abuse self-assessment.
Your Guide to LGBTQIAPK Addiction Treatment gives information on what LGBTQIAPK means, substance abuse & addiction statistics and LGBTQIAPK addiction treatment.
LGBTQ Rehab Centers for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, or Transgender, A medically reviewed guide to help find treatment specialized for the LGBTQ community.
AAC also hosts free virtual support and online addiction meetings that many LGBTQ individuals use to help support their recovery, or if interested in finding treatment in a specific location, the AAC directory could be a valuable tool as well.
Bisexual
Below are links to resources and information that deal exclusively with bisexual persons.
- American Institute of Bisexuality - National
- BiNet USA - National
Education
- Best Colleges Student Guide - Information
- Best Colleges Financial Aide - National
- Consortium of Higher Education LGBT Resource Professionals - National
- Gay, Lesbian, and Straight Education Network - National
- The International Foundation for Gender Education - National
- University of Utah LGBT Resource Center - Local
- Weber State University LGBT Resource Center – Local
- Point Foundation - National
General Resources
These are general resources, and include links to publications, advocacy information and groups, support, education, and politics.
- Allies on Campus – Local
- Advocate - National Magazine
- Children of Lesbians and Gays Everywhere - National
- Consortium of Higher Education LGBT Resource Professionals - National
- Equality Utah - Local
- Gay and Lesbian Medical Association - National
- Gay, Lesbian, and Straight Education Network - National Education
- GaySLC - Local
- Log Cabin Republicans - National Political
- Logan Pride – Local
- National Gay and Lesbian Task Force - National
- National Stonewall Democrats - National Political
- OUTreach Resource Centers - Local
- Parents, Families, and Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG) - National with local branches
- Pride Festival/Parade Calendar
- SLCC Center for Health & Counseling - Local
- Utah Pride Center - Local
- Utah Pride Festival - Local
- Utah Stonewall Democrats - Local Political
Health and Wellness
There are many health and wellness issues present for LGBTQ+ people. These range from standard health issues to access to services for lack of insurances to concerns specific to their situation. Below are links to local health and wellness resources.
The Inclusion Center has an LGBT+ Affirming Healthcare directory, please contact Erika Lindstrom if you are needing a healthcare suggestion.
- Planned Parenthood - Local
- Utah Partners for Health - Local
- Intermountain Healthcare Community Clinics - Local
- Utah's Premium Partnership for Health Insurance – Local
- Eating Disorders
- USU Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS) – Local
- USU ThrivingCampus, For students looking for intensive or long-term treatment and students who aren't eligible for CAPS
- USU Student Health and Wellness – Local
- USU Equity Office – Local
In the Workplace
There are many concerns about being out in the workplace. Below are links to organizations and information about LGBTQ+ and the work environment.
- Center for Gender Sanity - National
- Out and Equal Workplace Advocates - National
- Pride At Work - National
Legal Help
We hope we will never need to, but sometimes we have to talk to a lawyer. Below and national and local legal services catering to the LGBTQ+ community.
- ACLU Utah - Local
- Lambda Legal - National
- Rainbos Law Utah - Local
Lesbians and Gay Men
The following links are for Gay men and Lesbians.
- Curve Magazine - National Magazine
- Lesbian Herstory Archives - Information Resource
- Utah Bear Alliance - Local
LGBT+ Ethnic Minorities
The following links are resources for specific minority groups with the LGBT+ community.
African Americans
- Bklyn Boi Hood - National
- Black Trans Men - National
- Brown Boi Project - National
- National Black Justice Coalition - National
Asian & Pacific Islanders
- Asian & Pacific Islander Family Pride - National
- Utopia Asia - National
Middle Eastern Peoples
- AHBAB: Gay and Lesbian Arabic Society - National
Two Spirit People/Native American
- Native Out - National
- Two Spirits - National
Religion & Spirituality
Religion and religious affiliation is often an area of great difficulty for members of the LGBTQ+ community. Members are sometimes ostracized and shunned. Below are links to resources for LGBTQ+ support within the realm of religion and spirituality.
- Affirmation: LGBTQ Mormons, Families & Friends
- Affirmation: United Methodists for LGBT Concerns
- Association of Welcoming and Affirming Baptists
- Brethren Mennonite Council for LGBT Interests
- Fellowship of the Phoenix (Pagan Men)
- Center for Lesbian and Gay Studies in Religion and Ministry
- Dignity USA (Catholic)
- Evangelicals Concerned
- Friends for LGBTQ Concerns (Quakers)
- GALVA (Hindu)
- GSA Network (Pagan)
- Integrity (Episcopalian)
- JQYouth (Jewish)
- LGBT Religious Archives Network
- More LIght Presbyterians
- Mormon and Gay
- New Ways Ministry (Roman Catholic)
- Orthodox Gays (Jewish Orthodox)
- Queer Muslim Revolution (Islamic)
- Rainbow Baptists
- Reconciling Ministries Network (Methodist)
- Reconciling Works (Lutheran)
- Safra Project (Muslim Women)
- Soulforce
- United Church of Christ Coalition Open and Affirming
- Whosoever (Christian)
- World Congress of GLBT Jews
Local LGBT+ affirming churches in Cache Valley
- Cache Valley Unitarian Universalists
- Logan Friends Monthly Meeting (Quakers)
- First Presbyterian Church of Logan
- Faith & Fellowship Center
Transgender & Intersex
Transgender and Intersexed people face many difficulties that are unique to them. Finding help or information can be difficult. Below are resources specifically for this population.
- The Accord Alliance - National
- The Brown Boi Project - National
- Center for Gender Sanity - National
- Engendered Species - National
- FTM International - National
- Hormone Therapy FAQ - Information Resource -National
- Intersex Society of North America - National
- National Center for Transgender Equality - National
- Survivor Project - National
- TransGenderCare - National
- Transgender Education Advocates of Utah - Local
- Trans-Health - National
- Trans People of Color Coalition - National
- TransYouth Family Allies - National
Youth
- Campus Pride - National
- JQYouth - National
- Queer Attitude - National
- Youth Resources - National