recommended websites
(click the underlined words to go directly to the website!)
gender affirmation resources
- Advocates for Trans Equality - a trans-led nonprofit, helping the community navigate the realities of law and policy through vital tools, knowledge, and services
- 2022 U.S. Trans Survey - a community based survey of 92,329 participants representing all 50 states, Washington, D.C, all U.S. territories, and overseas U.S. military bases
- That's Gender Dysphoria, FYI - thorough explanation of the numerous forms of gender transition; tailored to those who are questioning, starting their journey, already on their path, and allies
- The Gender Dysphoria Bible - downloadable 55 page PDF of all the information on genderdysphoria.fyi
- QMed/Queer Med - online and in person medical care for trans and non-binary folks
- Trans Lifeline Resource Page - national resources for trans and non-binary folks
- HRC Trans Resources - the Human Rights Campaign's webpage for trans-specific topics
lgbtq+ teens & families
- Imi - Info guides and resource lists to support LGBTQ+ teens exploring identity and mental health
- The Trevor Project - Information, crisis support, and counseling for LGBTQ+ youth
- QChat Space - Online community for LGBTQ+ teens
- Mama Bears - A network of groups, websites, special projects & resources dedicated to supporting, educating and empowering families with LGBTQ+ members and the LGBTQ+ community
- TransParent - Resources and connection for parents and caregivers of trans individuals
- Stand With Trans - Therapy Assistance Programs and support groups for trans youth and caregivers
- Lambert House Youth Resources - In-person and online support groups for LGBTQ+ youth
- Trans Youth Equality Project - Education, advocacy, support
accessible abortion & PrEP
- PlanCPills.org - safe, discreet, abortion pills (mifepristone + misoprostol) delivered by mail
- CaraFem.org - online and in-office reproductive health services including abortion
- Is PrEP right for me? - concise overview of staying HIV negative including frequently asked questions about pre-exposure prophylaxis (aka PrEP)
- QCarePlus.com - no or low cost medical visits, labs, and prescriptions of PrEP (medicine taken to prevent getting HIV)
- Planned Parenthood - Atlanta clinics offering an array of prevention, testing, treatment, vaccines, prescriptions, and abortion care
queer-affirming sex ed
- iwannaknow.org: the American Sexual Health Association's site providing information on sexual health for teens and young adults
- Safer Sex for Trans Bodies PDF download from HRC.org
- National LGBTQIA+ Health Education Center
- Teen Health Source's Queering Sex Ed Curriculum by queer youth for queer youth
- Scarleteen: Inclusive, Comprehensive Sex Ed for Teens and Young Adults
- Bedsider: Birth Control and more for young adults
- Planned Parenthood comprehensive sex ed
- Our Whole Lives lifespan sexuality education through the Unitarian Universalist Association
- Sexplanations with Dr. Lindsay Doe on youtube
- Oh Joy Sex Toy educomics!
ethical erotica & toy stores
- Quinn - audio erotica for women by women
- Dipsea - "sexy audio stories, wellness sessions, and dreamy sleep scenes"
- Good Vibrations - arguably the OG sex toy store "creating buzz since 1977"
- Smitten Kitten - "a sex toy store for everybody"
therapist finder
- The OutList LGBTQ+ Affirming Healthcare Directory
- Queer Med's list of inclusive therapists and other medical professionals
- American Association of Sex Educators, Counselors, and Therapists (AASECT) certified provider search
- Polyamory-Friendly Professional's list of poly-friendly therapists in Georgia
- Therapy Den - a directory of trans-inclusive therapists
- Psychology Today - the largest directory of all types of therapists; double check the section on "communities" to ensure you're finding an inclusive provider