LGBTQ Resources
LGBTQ specific resources for families and individuals
Here you will find some resources available to you on LGBTQ needs:
Utah's Adoption Connection's LGBTQ category of our Lending Library
Encircle -- www.encircletogether.org -- an LGBTQ+ youth and family resource - Salt Lake and Provo Locations - Drop-in hours, daily programs, friendship circles, and therapy
Transgender Education Advocates of Utah -- www.teaofutah.org -- Supporting all Utahns to thrive regardless of gender identity or expression
Utah Pride Center -- www.utahpridecenter.org -- Unites, empowers and celebrates UT’s LGBTQ+ community
The Utah Pride Center Library
Mama Dragons -- www.mamadragons.org -- Support for mothers with LGBTQ+ children.
National Resources:
www.genderspectrum.org - Provides information on gender identity and expression for parents, families, and educators. Virtual groups for children, teenagers, and parents
www.pflag.org - National organization with state and local chapters that provide education, information and support for parents, families, and friends of LGBTQ individuals
Tips for Parenting LGBTQ Youth - John Hopkins Medicine
Sexual and Gender Identity Terms to Know - Annie E. Casey Foundation
Caring for LGBTQ Children & Youth - Human Rights Campaign
Resources for Families of LGBTQ+ Youth - Child Welfare Information Gateway