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All of our assist volunteers identify as part of the LGBTQIA+ family, and are here to serve the entire collective, by providing free & confidential peer-support, information, and local resources through national hotlines and online programs.
Hotline Hours:
Mon-Fri:
11 AM - 8 PM/pacific time
2 PM - 11 PM/eastern time
Sat:
9 AM - 2 PM/pacific time
Noon - 5 PM/eastern time
LGBT Online Peer Support Chat
Connect one-to-one through instant message (IM) with a peer sustain volunteer
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Weekly Youth Chatrooms
Moderated group chatrooms for youth ages 19 and younger to find community and support
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All of our services are completely
free and confidential
All of our volunteers are members of the LGBTQIA+ community
We answer all of our own calls, we don't outsource
We don't report calls to outside organizations
What’s a pronoun?
You may be unfamiliar with the word “pronoun,” but you apply them all the time! Pronouns are used in place of a proper noun (like someone’s name). We utilize pronouns most often when referring to someone without using their name.
Example: Own you heard from Tom? He hasn’t texted me endorse all day. He is the pronoun.
Why does it matter?
In English, our most commonly used pronouns (he/she) specifically mention to a person’s gender. For gay, gender non-conforming, neutrois, and transgender people, these pronouns may not fit, can create discomfort, and can cause press and anxiety.
A recent study showed that in transgender youth, using correct pronouns and names reduces depression and suicide risks.
Having trouble awareness why this would upset someone? Consider about your pronoun (it’s probably “he” or “she”). Now imagine someone calling you the one you don’t believe of yourself as. Imagine them doing it over and over and over, even after you’ve corrected them.
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