The Trevor Project

It’s important to understand that LGBTQ+ youth are not inherently prone to suicide risk because of their sexual orientation or gender identity, but because of how they are mistreated and stigmatized in society. Suicide is the second leading cause of death among young people aged 10 to 24 (Hedegaard, Curtin, & Warner, 2018) — and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and questioning (LGBTQ+) youth are at significantly increased risk. The Trevor Project is the world’s largest suicide prevention and crisis intervention organization for LGBTQ+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and questioning) young people. Here are 7 things you can do to support LGBTQ+ persons in your life, whether you are an ally or LGBTQ+ yourself: Provide a safe-space for open conversation about what they might be feeling or going through Stand up against homophobia and help end stigma Volunteer as an adviser Educate yourself regularly about developments in the community List your pronouns ( if you feel comfortable doing so) and respect the pronouns of others Create unisex facilities whenever possible Review and look to update policies for LGBTQ+ inclusion in your place of work, clubs, gyms etc.. If you are LQBTQ+ and are struggling, we can help.

We offer LGBTQ+ Counseling.

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