RESOURCES FOR LGBTQ YOUTH
Hello from Team Brave Trails! We made this list because we know how tough it was to find LGBTQ+ resources when we were young. Where can I find books, movies, clothing made for my body, and support as a young LGBTQ+ person? Yup, we all asked the same questions. You are not alone and you are valid. We hope this helps you navigate a little easier. You got this!
We do as much research as we can before adding a resource to our list, but we do not endorse any of the following providers. Please be sure to research these providers on your own or with a trusted adult/legal guardian before accessing their services.
TV & Movies for LGBTQ Youth! These recommendations are from Brave Trails campers and staff. Representation in media is important! Enjoy :) Please be sure to check ratings and warning for your age before you watch.
OUR MOVIE LIST FOR LGBTQ TEENS:
- Love Simon
- The Prom (Netflix Musical)
- AJ and the Queen (14+)
- The Perks of Being a Wallflower (15+)
- The Out List & The Trans List Documentaries
- The Death and Life of Marsha P. Johnson (16+)
- PRIDE (15+)
- RENT (14+)
- Fried Green Tomatoes
- The Most Dangerous Year
OUR TV LIST FOR LGBTQ TEENS:
- Love Victor (Hulu)
- The Fosters
- One Day at a Time
- Schitt's Creek (14+)
- I am Jazz
- Degrassi (14+)
- Pose (15+)
- The Real O'Neals (14+)
- Glee
- Andi Mack (Disney)
- Modern Family
- Diary of a Future President
CARTOONS:
- Steven Universe
- The Bravest Knight (All Ages)
- She-Ra and the Princesses of Power
- Danger & Eggs
HOTLINES
The Trevor Project: 866-488-7386
Trans Lifeline: 877-565-8860
Crisis Text Line – Text “home” to 741741
THERAPY SERVICES
BetterHelp (Ages 13+) www.betterhelp.com
TalkSpace (Ages 13+) www.talkspace.com
Teen Counseling (Ages 13+) www.teencounseling.com
Teen Line https://teenlineonline.org/ – A teens helping teens peer support program. Teens can call, text, or email. **Special Mention (Not Official Therapy)**
LGBT Therapist Guide – https://lgbtguild.com/directory
Psychology Today Therpist Search Registry – https://www.psychologytoday.com
National Queer and Trans Therapists of Color Network – https://www.nqttcn.com/
LGBTQ Health Providers – https://www.lighthouse.lgbt/
Colors LGBTQ Youth Counseling Center (Los Angeles) – https://www.colorsyouth.org/
LGBTQ+ Substance Abuse Guide - https://bocarecoverycenter.com/addiction/lgbtq-substance-abuse-guide/
Center Link : A registry of LGBTQ centers around the United States. Find your local LGBTQ center for resources and support groups.
LGBTQ LEGAL SUPPORT:
- A great article by Schuyler Bailar on legal name changes: https://pinkmantaray.com/changing-documents
- LA LGBTQ Center Legal Services
- GLAD
- Know Your Rights As An LGBTQ Youth
Clothing Brands by and for LGBTQ People! Explore our favoritie shops:
TomboyX : Genderless underwear, shirts, swimsuits, and more!
Rebirth Garments : gender non-conforming wearables and accessories centering non-binary, trans and disabled queers of all sizes and ages.
Dfrntpigeon : “A lifestyle and apparel brand run by portland's marginalized youth.”
A Tribe Called Queer : “A Black, queer-owned shop has tons of apparel and accessories with queer-pride and Black-pride quotes on them!”
Peau De Loup : “androgynous-style clothing designed for all bodies with curves regardless of gender identity.”
Bianca Designs : Inclusive enamel pins, sticker, pathches & other goods made with love in Queens, NY
Dapper Boi : The home of gender-neutral clothing offering a unique fit in a wide range of sizes.
gc2b : Gender-affirming chest binders designed by and for trans people. LGBT Owned and Operated.
Bowtie Behavior : A Black, queer-owned business that sells handmade bowties with high quality fabric, that you can get with matching pocket squares too!
Wildfang : Suites and clothes for all bodies.
SUPPORT & RESOURCES FOR LGBTQ PEOPLE OF COLOR:
- Check out Camp Brave Trails List of “Black Queer & Trans Rights Organizations”
- Marsha P. Johnson Institute - Defending and protecting the lives of Black trans people.
- Latino Equality Alliance - Community, support, and resources for latina/o/x LGBTQ youth and their families. Offers PFLAG groups in Spanish.
- Beloved Daughter Booklet - a 40-page booklet of letters from Chinese mothers, fathers, brothers and sisters to their lesbian/bisexual daughter/sister.
- National Black Justice Coalition - A civil rights organization dedicated to the empowerment of Black LGBTQ+ people.
- Trans Women of Color Collective - uplift the narratives, lived experiences and leadership of trans and gender non-conforming people of color, our families and comrades as we build towards collective liberation for all oppressed people.
RESOURCES TO MAKE YOUR SCHOOL SAFER OR GET SUPPORT:
- Trans Student Education Resource (youth-led organization dedicated to transforming the educational environment for trans and gender non-conforming students)
- Welcoming Schools - comprehensive bias-based bullying prevention program in the nation to provide LGBTQ and gender inclusive professional development training, lesson plans, booklists and resources specifically designed for Pre K - 8 educators and youth-serving professionals.
- GLSEN (works to ensure that LGBTQ students are able to learn and grow in a school environment free from bullying and harassment.)
- Campus Pride (Find the safest and best colleges to attend or college campus support for LGBTQ students)
- You Camp Play Project - LGBTQ+ athletes and allies.
Teaming up for respect.
- Intelligent - LGBTQ+ College Student Guide
- Creating LGBTQIA+ Friendly Schools and Campus Communities - Psychology Masters Programs
- 50 LGBTQ+ Friendly Colleges - a comprehensive guide that provides essential information on the best colleges for LGBTQ students
SCHOLARSHIP LISTS FOR LGBTQ YOUTH:
OUR FAVORITE LGBTQ YOUTH BOOK LISTS
- Schuyler Bailar (pinkmantaray) Reading List “Books can be illuminating portals into the experiences of trans and gender-nonconforming (GNC) individuals.”
- Lee Wind’s blog called “I’m Here, I’m Queer, What the Hello Do I Read?” Can help you find great LGBTQ books to read: Visit by clicking here!
- Camp Brave Trails Pride Book List
- Check out the “Rainbow Book List” for 2020 (LGBTQ Teen and Kids books)
- Teen Vogue’s “20 LGBTQ+ Books for Teens Coming Out in 2020”
OUR FAVORITE LGBTQ MUSIC ARTIST LIST:
Some of our campers favorite musicians:
- Halsey
- Hayley Kiyoko
- Shea Diamond
- Le1f
- Mary Lambert
- Skylar Kergil
To best support our kids we need to make sure we’re taken care of and educated as parents & caregivers! Here are some helpful links for parents of LGBTQ youth!
- PFLAG : Parent support group and community.
- Transforming Family : An Los Angeles based group for parents and families of trans and gender non- conforming kids.
- Center Link : A registry of LGBTQ centers around the United States. Find your local center for resources for parents and youth in your area.
- Gender Spectrum : Education and support groups for transgender or questioning youth and parents.
- Latino Equality Alliance - Community, support, and resources for latina/o/x LGBTQ youth and their families. They offer PFLAG groups in both Spanish and English.
-COLAGE - Dedicated to supporting people with one or more LGBTQ+ caregivers, uniting them with a network of peers and support.
- Family Equality - Dedicated to the advancement of LGBTQ families
SOME OF OUR CAMPER’S FAVORITE PHYSICAL HEALTH RESOURCES:
- Plume - Gender-affirming hormone therapy from your phone.
- Health Professional Advancing LGBTQ Equality
- World Professional Association for Transgender Health
LOS ANGELES:
- Children’s Hospital Los Angeles: The Center for Trans youth Health and Development
- St. John’s Transgender Health Program (We provide comprehensive transgender health services in a safe and welcoming environment where you are free to be yourself.)