ONE Coloradois the state’s leading advocacy organization dedicated to advancing equality for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) Coloradans and their families. We effectively advocate for LGBTQ Coloradans and their families by lobbying the General Assembly, the executive branch, and local governments on issues like safe schools, transgender equality, relationship recognition, and LGBTQ health and human services.
PFLAGis the nation’s largest family and ally organization, PFLAG is committed to advancing equality through its mission of support, education, and advocacy, and has chapters in Denver, Highlands Ranch, Boulder, and Greeley.
LGBTQ Student Resource Center is a tri-institutional office serving students, faculty, and staff of all genders and sexualities on the Auraria Campus. We are a resource for those experiencing issues with sexuality, gender identity, and discrimination or harassment.
Trevor Projectis the world’s largest suicide prevention and crisis intervention organization for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and questioning (LGBTQ) young people.
Rainbow Alleyis a safe, brave space where LGBTQ youth and their allies find support and acceptance. We provide events and activities, counseling and support groups, health services and life skills—all in a warm and welcoming environment.
Interested in joining a peer group at Rainbow Alley? Click on the age range that best fits you!
Understanding the scope and consequences of traumatic exposure,
Preventing traumatic events and ameliorating their consequences, and
Advocating for the field of traumatic stress.
National Child Traumatic Stress Networktheir mission is to raise the standard of care and improve access to services for traumatized children, their families and communities throughout the United States.
Information on finding and applying for scholarships
A list of scholarships for LGBTQ students at the undergraduate, graduate, and professional levels
An extensive FAQ for LGBTQ students looking for financial aid
A guide to choosing an LQBTQ-friendly school
Students may also be interested in our College Guide for LGBTQ Students, which offers even more advice and tips to help LGBTQ students succeed in college.
The American Addiction Centers (AAC) is a leading and national organization that is dedicated to helping people with their mental health and substance abuse problems. 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. As we both know, addiction is a 365 day a year disease that affects many LGBTQ individuals. This is why we have created 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.
LEARNING HOW TO LEARN- The Difficult Art of Studying
Choosing the right school is vital for every college bound student, but it can be more challenging for those who identify as LGBTQ+. In addition to many obstacles that all students face, it is important that LGBTQ+ students also consider whether the institution has LGBTQ-inclusive policies, programs, and practices to ensure a safe and inclusive learning environment.
Our new guide provides prospective students and their families with tools to identify the right schools, an overview of common challenges, tips for applying, and details on the federal laws that protect LGBTQ students.
Members of the LGBTQ community belong to a minority group, which is often a source of stress. Minority stress is defined as, “negative effects associated with adverse social conditions experienced by individuals of a marginalized social group.” In addition to the LGBTQ community, minority stress can affect members of certain racial groups, religious, or practitioners of alternative lifestyles. In response to internalized bigotry and discrimination, some LGBTQ people drink alcohol in the hopes of coping.
Minority stress can cause feelings of isolation from society, family, and friends. Due to a lack of social support, members of the LGBTQ community who struggle with alcohol may suffer in silence. A major challenge for LGBTQ individuals who have been estranged by family members is lack of support.
LGBTQ: A Guide From Addiction To Recovery – Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ+) people have a higher risk of developing drug and alcohol use disorders. Here, you’ll find a guide for finding LGBTQ-friendly treatment and navigating life in addiction recovery.
Assisted Living
To help seniors in the LGBTQIA+ community find comfortable, accepting housing, Assisted Living created a guide that provides an overview of inclusive housing and living options, as well as questions you should ask when searching for a community.
