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Please join HEART on August 27th from 2:00-3:00 for a virtual informational session on all the Medicaid changes occurring this upcoming October and January because of H.R.1. The session will provide a basic understanding of the changes coming to Medicaid and how organizations can assist community members in navigating those changes.

Registration is required. Please register by clicking the following link: Meeting Registration - Zoom

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Medicaid Informational Session Invite 8.27.26 (1)

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Power of PFLAG 2026 Conference in Naperville - Saturday, October 10th 8:30am-4:30pm

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Power of PFLAG 2026 Conference in Naperville - Saturday, October 10th 8:30am-4:30pm

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The United States Youth Forum has released a free interactive digital magazine Get Real with Me: Pride All Year Long

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The United States Youth Forum has released a free interactive digital magazine Get Real with Me: Pride All Year Long

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Click here to view it!

Click here to learn more about USYF!

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NAMI DuPage announced the Living Room will be open 24/7 starting on October 1st!

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NAMI DuPage announced the Living Room will be open 24/7 starting on October 1st!

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LGBTQ+ Teen (12-19) Art Therapy Group at Couch Clarity! (Still going!)

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LGBTQ+ Teen (12-19) Art Therapy Group at Couch Clarity! (Still going!)

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I'm Dr. Shufang Sun and I'm an Associate Professor at Brown University School of Public Health and director of the Mindfulness for Health Equity Lab (mHEAL) at Brown University. Our lab is dedicated to advance mental health, equity, and responsible technology, particularly for young people.

I am requesting your help to spread the word on a research study that we are currently conducting, to understand how young people aged 13-24 years use artificial intelligence (AI) tools like ChatGPT, Replika, Woebot, Wysa, Character.AI, for mental health and socioemotional support. This study aims to explore the potential benefits, challenges, and impacts of these AI-based resources, a rapidly growing area with important implications for youth mental health.

Participation is voluntary and involves completing a one-time online survey that takes approximately 25-45 minutes. After completing the survey, participants may choose to enter a raffle for a one in five chance to win a $25 Amazon gift card OR have us donate $5 to one of the pre-identified organizations on their behalf. Beyond these incentives, their input will help shape future mental health programs and policies designed for young people.

We are reaching out to you to ask for your help in spreading the word about our research study. We would be grateful if you could share the attached flyer via email, newsletters, bulletin boards, or other communication channels and encourage participation among your networks.

Here is the link to the survey: https://brown.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8nQAoCBJRVlFf70?s=IT13

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Women's Elite Rugby Fan Boycott for their ban on trans women

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Women's Elite Rugby Fan Boycott for their ban on trans women

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Here's the situation: Women's Elite Rugby — the first professional women's rugby league in the country — quietly barred its transgender players this season. Not just from games, but from practices, film rooms, and team life. These are the same athletes who helped build the sport that made this league possible. And here's the part that should make all of us stand up: that very same month, trans women were playing in other USA Rugby–sanctioned competitions — club regionals, college nationals — with no problem. WER chose a blanket ban that goes further than the rules even require. The league itself admits it "does not agree" with the policy. So this is a choice. And choices can be reversed.

That's where you come in. The Chicago Tempest play at the Benedictine University Sports Complex in Lisle (about 30 miles southwest of downtown, and there are home games coming up:

Sunday, June 14 vs. Bay Breakers (this one is just days away!)

Saturday, July 11 vs. New York ExilesSunday, July 26 vs. Denver Onyx

One important note: these are ticketed events, but we're asking supporters not to buy tickets. Right now, every dollar that flows to WER is a dollar that tells them the ban is acceptable — so we keep our money in our pockets and our voices in the air. You don't need to go inside to be impossible to ignore. We gather outside the gates and along the entrances, where players, staff, ticket holders, and cameras all pass. (Also, I have been told that security is very lax and you can probably just walk right in.)

We want the loudest, proudest, most joyful crowd that venue has ever seen — right outside its doors. As players, staff, fans, and media stream in, we want sponsors and league leadership to see exactly who they're shutting out — and who showed up anyway.

Here's the ask. Bring a crew and:

Wear trans pride colors — blue, pink, and white. A whole block of it is unmistakable on camera.

Make signs. Big, bold, readable from a distance: “LET THEM PLAY!” Bring a wall of them.

Start the chant. “Let them play! Let them play!” — a few voices become a whole crowd in seconds.

Bring flags, banners, noise, and joy. This is a celebration of who belongs in this sport, not a funeral for who got pushed out.

A few things that make us effective: keep it peaceful, lawful, and family-friendly — joy is more powerful than anger and it keeps the focus on the cause; stick to public sidewalks and spaces around the venue and follow any lawful directions from staff or police; and keep the energy aimed at the policy and the league's leadership, never at the athletes, who are on our side.

If your group can bring even a handful of people, just reply to this email and let us know you'll be there — we can send you printable "Let them play!" signs to bring along.

Rugby has always said there's a place for everyone We're going to hold them to it — together.

Learn more at letthemplayproject.org and let's make some noise.

Aubrey

Let Them Play Project

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Fighting Women’s Elite Rugby’s unconscionable ban on trans women

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Demand that Women’s Elite Rugby reverse its ban on transgender women — because rugby belongs to everyone. Photo credits: Susi Seitz

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LGBTQ+ Affirming Counseling at Konick and Associates

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LGBTQ+ Affirming Counseling at Konick and Associates

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At Konick and Associates, we believe everyone deserves compassionate, personalized support to become the best version of themselves. We provide therapy for children, teens, adults, couples, and families, along with comprehensive psychological and neuropsychological evaluations—all in one place.

Our clinicians support individuals navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism, trauma, life transitions, relationship concerns, and other emotional or behavioral challenges using evidence-based, client-centered care. We are also proud to offer LGBTQ+ affirming therapy, providing a safe, inclusive, and welcoming space where every individual is respected, supported, and empowered to thrive.

Wherever you are in your journey, we're here to help you move forward with confidence, understanding, and hope.

www.konickandassociates.com | 630.206.4060

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Brown Elegant And Professional News Business Newsletter Flyer

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🌈 Supporting LGBTQ+ Youth Starts with Listening, Learning, and Showing Up 💙

Every young person deserves to feel accepted, valued, and supported for who they are. During Pride Month and throughout the year, creating affirming spaces for LGBTQ+ youth can have a lasting impact on their mental health, confidence, and sense of belonging.

In Episode 7 of Inside the Teen Mind, Dr. Lisa Konick and Amanda McMillen, LCSW, discuss the unique experiences LGBTQ+ teens may face, why acceptance matters, and practical ways parents, educators, and caregivers can foster environments where teens feel safe, seen, and supported.

Whether you're a parent, teacher, mentor, or community member, this conversation offers valuable insights for anyone who wants to better understand and support LGBTQ+ youth.

🎧 Listen to the episode here: https://zurl.co/zS9MH

At Konick and Associates, we believe every young person deserves the opportunity to be the best version of themselves in a space where they feel understood, respected, and empowered.

#InsideTheTeenMind #KonickAndAssociates #AliveCenter #PrideMonth #LGBTQYouth #YouthMentalHealth #MentalHealthMatters #TeenMentalHealth #SupportLGBTQYouth #ParentingTeens #YouthDevelopment #CommunitySupport #YouBelong #Naperville #MentalHealthProfessionals

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Rainbow Minimalist Pride Month Instagram Post (2)

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Mental Health Crisis Flyer - English Spanish FrontBack 4.2026 (003)

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Youth and Parents Crisis Flyer - English 4.29.26

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Youth and Parents Crisis Flyer - Spanish 4.29.26 (002)

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Dissertation study through Dominican University looking for Latinx/a/o LGBTQ+ high school graduates!

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Dissertation study through Dominican University looking for Latinx/a/o LGBTQ+ high school graduates!

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Researcher can be reached at ghiotis@dom.edu

I am a practicing school social worker and have been working in a Latinx community for nearly 14 years.  I am also an adjunct professor and doctoral candidate in the Applied Social Justice Ph.D. program at Dominican University, seeking support in reaching high school graduates about their school experiences.  This research matters to me because I aim to contribute to transforming the social work field, especially within schools, to improve how services are delivered.

The purpose of my study is to examine how recent Latinx/a/o LGBTQ+ high school graduates (ages 18-20) in urban areas perceive the support they receive from school social workers, with a focus on how intersecting identities shape their educational experiences.

LGBTQ+ students feel unsafe at school because of their sexual orientation, gender expression, and cultural identity, leading to absenteeism, lower school engagement, and adverse mental health outcomes.

While supportive adults in schools can greatly enhance students’ sense of belonging and overall well-being, research specifically on the role of school social workers in aiding Latinx/a/o LGBTQ+ youth is scarce. Most existing studies focus on teachers, counselors, or GSAs, leaving school social work underexplored. Additionally, there is limited research on how school social workers handle the complex needs of students with intersecting identities, including race, ethnicity, immigration status, gender identity, sexual orientation, and socioeconomic background.

This study is grounded in Critical Race and LatCrit theories and an intersectional perspective that recognizes how systems of oppression, including racism, heterosexism, homophobia, and structural inequities within schools, shape students’ experiences. The study also acknowledges the broader sociopolitical climate, including increased anti-immigrant and anti-LGBTQ+ rhetoric, which may further influence students’ perceptions of safety and support in educational settings.

This study aims to deepen the understanding of how Latinx/a/o LGBTQ+ youth view their relationships with school social workers. It also examines whether these relationships foster feelings of safety, affirmation, advocacy, and belonging. By amplifying student voices and highlighting their lived experiences, the research intends to inform future practices, education, and policies in school social work.

Participants will be current Latinx/a/o LGBTQ+ high school seniors and recent graduates from urban school districts, aged 18 to 20. Those who meet the eligibility criteria will be invited for one semi-structured interview. The interview will inquire about their experiences in school environments, perceptions of school climate, interactions with social workers and staff, support or the lack thereof, and suggestions for enhancing school-based services for Latinx/a/o LGBTQ+ students.

Interviews will be held confidentially via a secure virtual platform (Zoom) at the participant's choice, subject to accessibility. They are expected to last around 60–90 minutes and will be audio-recorded with the participant's consent for transcription and analysis. Participants can refuse to answer any question and may withdraw from the study at any time without consequences.

Data will be analyzed through qualitative thematic analysis to identify recurring patterns, themes, and meanings across participant narratives. The findings aim to add to the limited research on Latinx/a/o LGBTQ+ youth and school social work. Results could inform culturally responsive and affirming practices, enhance professional training, and support the creation of equitable school policies and interventions that promote safer, more inclusive environments for marginalized students.

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Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders at Elmhurst is looking for 18+ AMAB transgender people for a study on voice training!

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Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders at Elmhurst is looking for 18+ AMAB transgender people for a study on voice training!

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For more information, contact Karen Perta, Ph.D., CCC-SLP

P: (630) 617-5190

E: karen.perta@elmhurst.edu

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Welcoming Schools is looking for school based educators to fill out their National Survey on LGBTQ+ Student experiences!

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Welcoming Schools is looking for school based educators to fill out their National Survey on LGBTQ+ Student experiences!

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Click here to take the survey!

The survey should take about 12-15 minutes to complete. As a thank-you, participants may enter a drawing for one of fifty $50 e-gift cards. Please complete the survey by May 15.

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Illinois 'Conversion Therapy' Legal Accountability Guide - For Attorneys and Mental Health Professionals

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Illinois 'Conversion Therapy' Legal Accountability Guide - For Attorneys and Mental Health Professionals

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CARE study through University of Colorado Colorado Springs is looking for participants!

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CARE study through University of Colorado Colorado Springs is looking for participants!

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*NEW* - Sign up for the HRC's A.M. READ Newsletter

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*NEW* - Sign up for the HRC's A.M. READ Newsletter

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https://mailchi.mp/hrc/amread

The A.M. READ newsletter is a news tipsheet highlighting LGBTQ+ news and HRC updates. It covers a wide range of topics from breaking news to politics to LGBTQ+ pop culture to sports and everything in between.

The newsletter goes out most weekday mornings around 11 AM ET and is drafted daily by the HRC Communications Team.

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EQUATE lab at Loyola is seeking Black trans and gender diverse folks (18+) and their families

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EQUATE lab at Loyola is seeking Black trans and gender diverse folks (18+) and their families

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Hey y'all! We are currently taking new patients for therapy, medication management and neuropsychological testing. I am looking to support as many lgbtq++ folks as possible!

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Scan the QR code or click here!

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National LGBTQ Institute on Intimate Partner Violence- Youth Roundtable Applications OPEN

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National LGBTQ Institute on Intimate Partner Violence- Youth Roundtable Applications OPEN

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Travel & hotel covered, plus an hourly compensation.

Looking for service providers, members from community-based organizations, national organizations, and experts in the field who work with caregivers of LGBTQ+ youth survivors of teen dating violence.

LGBTQ+ BIPOC and transgender applicants are encouraged to apply, your input is valuable and necessary.

The application will close on February 1st, 2026.

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Guide to Being an Ally to LGBTQ+ People created by PFLAG (2025)

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Guide to Being an Ally to LGBTQ+ People created by PFLAG (2025)

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UnErasing LGBTQ History and Identities Podcast - Season 7, Episode 4 - Harvey Milk

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UnErasing LGBTQ History and Identities Podcast - Season 7, Episode 4 - Harvey Milk

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Listen on Apple

Listen on Spotify

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UNERASING LGBTQ HISTORY AND IDENTITIES PODCAST SEASON 7 EPISODE 4 - History UnErased

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CALYX Press is accepting submissions for prose and poetry contests!

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CALYX Press is accepting submissions for prose and poetry contests!

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CALYX Press is the longest-running women’s literary journal in the United States, founded in 1976. As a feminist non-profit publisher of art and literature, CALYX is committed to publishing diverse and underrepresented voices.

They are currently working to strengthen connections with queer and BIPOC writing communities across the Midwest in hopes of expanding their reach and encouraging more submissions and engagement from underrepresented voices. They are currently seeking submissions for CALYX's prose and poetry contests.

The Margarita Donnelly Prize for Prose Writing offers $500 and is open from July 1–September 30.

They would also like to increase LGBTQ+ submissions to their open submissions period, which is open from October 1–December 31. You can find the link to submit to the contests and general submissions here.

In addition to publishing new writing, CALYX also offers a rich catalog of books and past journal issues that celebrate feminist voices and diverse storytelling. From award-winning poetry collections to beautifully curated anthologies and art-forward journal editions, CALYX’s publications make excellent additions to any writer’s shelf or group reading list. You can explore their books and journals here.

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UnErasing LGBTQ History and Identities A Podcast - Season 7, Episode 1: From Blues to Rock: The Black, Queer Women Who Shaped America's Soundtrack

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UnErasing LGBTQ History and Identities A Podcast - Season 7, Episode 1: From Blues to Rock: The Black, Queer Women Who Shaped America's Soundtrack

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Click here to listen on Apple Podcasts!

Before there was k.d. lang, Janelle Monáe, or Brandi Carlile, there were queer women — bold, brilliant, and unapologetic — whose voices redefined music genres and challenged social norms. In this episode, you will meet three pioneers whose music and lives defied social norms and changed music forever.

History UnErased is putting LGBTQ history in its rightful place — the classroom. UnErased.org

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Season 7 Ep 1: From Blues to Rock: The Black, Queer Women Who Shaped America’s Soundtrack

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Podcast Episode · UnErasing LGBTQ History and Identities: A Podcast · 08/18/2025 · 25m

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Penguin Random House Creative Writing Awards/Scholarships for High School Seniors!

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Penguin Random House Creative Writing Awards/Scholarships for High School Seniors!

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Penguin Random House Creative Writing Awards - Scholarship America

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Penguin Random House has established a scholarship program for high school seniors with outstanding creative writing skills who plan to continue their education in college.

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The National LGBTQ Institute on Intimate Partner Violence is working with Strength in Numbers Consulting Group to understand LGBTQ+ survivors of intimate partner violence and their experiences with service providers.
The survey is out now! https://lgbtqipvinstitute.org/national-lgbtq-ipv-survey/

There is limited information on the experiences of LGBTQ+ people and their relationships. If you are part of the community, we would like to hear from you!
Please take less than 15 minutes to complete our brief survey. We appreciate your time and care for the community at large.

Please share the study widely with your network. We want as many LGBTQ+ people to take this survey as possible so we can have a comprehensive understanding of the field.

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My name is Noelle Martin (they/them), and I am a PhD student in the ecological/community psychology program at Michigan State University. I am seeking two groups of participants for this research study. First, I am seeking participants who identify as transgender or nonbinary, are between 16 and 24 years old, and have a sibling with whom you have shared your gender identity. Secondly, I am seeking cisgender participants who have a sibling who identifies as transgender or nonbinary and are between 16 and 30 years old. The purpose of this research study is to explore supportive sibling relationships between trans and nonbinary young people and cisgender siblings. In this study, participants will attend focus groups to discuss their perceptions of supportive sibling dynamics and behaviors. If you are interested, please complete the screening survey with the link available here: https://bit.ly/3Js53bQ

People who meet study qualifications will then be asked to complete an additional demographics survey and take part in a 2-2.5 hour focus group. Participants will be paid $50 for their time via a virtual gift card.

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My name is Noelle Martin (they/them), and I am a PhD student in the ecological/community psychology program at Michigan State University. I am seeking two groups of participants for this research study. First, I am seeking participants who identify as transgender or nonbinary, are between 16 and 24 years old, and have a sibling with whom you have shared your gender identity. Secondly, I am seeking cisgender participants who have a sibling who identifies as transgender or nonbinary and are between 16 and 30 years old. The purpose of this research study is to explore supportive sibling relationships between trans and nonbinary young people and cisgender siblings. In this study, participants will attend focus groups to discuss their perceptions of supportive sibling dynamics and behaviors. If you are interested, please complete the screening survey with the link available here: https://bit.ly/3Js53bQ

People who meet study qualifications will then be asked to complete an additional demographics survey and take part in a 2-2.5 hour focus group. Participants will be paid $50 for their time via a virtual gift card.”

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YWCA Elgin is offering free 60-90 minute workshops for organizations/community members to process trauma, reduce stress, and build resilience! 

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YWCA Elgin is offering free 60-90 minute workshops for organizations/community members to process trauma, reduce stress, and build resilience! 

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Adler University in Chicago is looking for volunteers for a study on impact of policy/legislation

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Adler University in Chicago is looking for volunteers for a study on impact of policy/legislation

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Looking for participants who are over 18 years of age and self-identify as parents or caregivers of LGBTQ children in the United States. The purpose of this

study is to understand how anti-LGBTQ+ rhetoric, legislation, and policy impacts the parental experiences; specifically, acceptance of their LGBTQ+ children. This is a one-time, 60-to-90-minute interview, and your information will be protected to the highest extent.

Email Alex Peuser for more information: apeuser@adler.edu

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Lurie Children's Hospital - Teen Adapt Project

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Lurie Children's Hospital - Teen Adapt Project

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This study is focused on developing a trans-affirmative, cognitive behavioral digital mental health intervention for trans and gender diverse teens. Click here for the screener!

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AAMFT present Foundations of Gender-Affirming Care, 5 self paced modules!

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AAMFT present Foundations of Gender-Affirming Care, 5 self paced modules!

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Click here to learn more and to enroll!

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Project SPARK by Vanderbilt University in partnership with YouthLink and the Oasis Center in Nashville is looking for preteens (9-12)!

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Project SPARK by Vanderbilt University in partnership with YouthLink and the Oasis Center in Nashville is looking for preteens (9-12)!

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Project SPARK aims to develop measures to increase our knowledge of stress, support, and mental health of LGBTQ+ preteens (age 9-12).

Project SPARK is currently recruiting nationally LGBTQ+ preteens, preteens who have LGBTQ+ siblings, and/or preteens who have participated in a support group or diversity club focused on LGBTQ+ and allied youth to complete a 45-minute interview with a trained member of the study team.

During their interview, preteens will be asked to read items from a questionnaire and let us know what they understand, like and don’t like about the questionnaire. The purpose of this study is to make sure our new questionnaire makes sense to LGBTQ+ preteens and allied youth. Eligible youth can earn $15 in Amazon gift cards for participating. Parents can find out if their preteens might be eligible and learn more about steps related to participation using this link: https://redcap.link/75bs25w8

You can learn more about them and their work here: https://www.clarklabvu.com/

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Weekly Youth Support Group at Center on Halsted starting 10/6!

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Weekly Youth Support Group at Center on Halsted starting 10/6!

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Maven Youth, a non-profit whose mission is to empower LGBTQIA+ youth to network, organize, and educate for social change through technology, has a handful of opportunities for youth!

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Maven Youth, a non-profit whose mission is to empower LGBTQIA+ youth to network, organize, and educate for social change through technology, has a handful of opportunities for youth!

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They are looking for youth to to help develop an app, help design and build new programs, and/or build a video game for a competition! See PDF attached for more details!

Click here to visit their website!

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DuPage County Health Department's Crisis Recovery Center is officially open!

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DuPage County Health Department's Crisis Recovery Center is officially open!

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We’re excited to share the news of the newly opened Crisis Recovery Center (CRC). This center provides 24/7 support for individuals experiencing a behavioral health crisis, offering a safe and welcoming space where people can receive immediate care, connect with trained professionals, and be linked to ongoing community resources.

This new center represents a significant step forward in supporting the health and wellbeing of our community. With your help in spreading the word, we can ensure that individuals and families know where to turn in a time of need.

We’re hopeful for the positive impact the CRC will bring — and inspired by its potential to serve as a model for others to follow.

Resources

Website:

We invite you to explore the Crisis Recovery Center website to learn more about our services, facility, and mission.

Communication Toolkit:

We’re excited to equip you with key messaging, social media content and graphics, and a variety of CRC marketing materials to help spread the word about the lifesaving services available through the Crisis Recovery Center.

By using this toolkit, you play a vital role in reaching individuals and families who may be struggling with mental health or substance use challenges. Together, we can raise awareness, reduce stigma, and connect more people to immediate, compassionate care.

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The Future Perfect Project hosts Writer's Room on Zoom the second Tuesday of every month for youth 13-19!

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The Future Perfect Project hosts Writer's Room on Zoom the second Tuesday of every month for youth 13-19!

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Writer’s Room is ideal for those who are just discovering their voice, but it’s also for those who want to expand and develop their writing practice. Every Second Tuesday, we gather online to connect with the community, share, reflect, and respond.

Sessions go from 8:00p ET to 9:30p ET

every second Tuesday of the month

Click here to RSVP!

(Dates: October 14th, November 11th, and December 9th 2025)

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An LGBQIA+ affirming space to hang out, make pride merch, and share fave books. Click here for more information and to register!

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Join PHIMC for their Quarterly GSA Meet Up 

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Join PHIMC for their Quarterly GSA Meet Up 

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Dates:

Thursday, September 11: 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Thursday, December 11: 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Click here to register for September session!

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REACH Lab at Virginia Tech: Virtual Study on Bi+/Multigender-Attracted Adults and Their Partners!

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REACH Lab at Virginia Tech: Virtual Study on Bi+/Multigender-Attracted Adults and Their Partners!

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https://virginiatech.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_5605Xy79AXubIRo

REACH Lab at Virginia Tech is currently recruiting participants nationwide for a paid, fully virtual research study to better understand the unique daily experiences of multigender-attracted (e.g., bisexual, pansexual, omnisexual, polysexual, demisexual, etc.) adults and their romantic partners.

Specifically, they are examining how stress linked to individuals' intersecting identities (e.g., discrimination, harassment, biphobia, stereotypes about multigender-attracted individuals) impact adults' relationships, how partners support each other during these moments of stress, and other health outcomes. They hope that this study will enhance the inclusivity of couple's therapy and will inform the public of the harms caused by harmful rhetoric and policies.

Each participant can earn up to $120 for completing the study. Participants must participate in the study with their partner.

The study is approved by the Institutional Review Board at Virginia Tech (IRB # 23-399), the research team includes LGBTQ+-identifying members, and all members of our research team are SafeZone trained. The Principal Investigator is Dr. Meagan Brem, and co-Investigators include Dr. Brian Feinstein, and Dr. Ryan Shorey.

If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to email the research team at VTcouplesstudy@gmail.com or Dr. Meagan Brem at mbrem@vt.edu.

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IL Pride Connect - A New Illinois Resource Hub for LGBTQ+ People

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IL Pride Connect - A New Illinois Resource Hub for LGBTQ+ People

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Legal Hotline: 855-805-9200 (Mon-Thurs, 9am-4pm)

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In person group located in downtown La Grange. Open to ages 18+. To sign up either scan QR code or email em@willowtherapeuticpllc.com

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To sign up either scan QR code or email em@willowtherapeuticpllc.com

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Know Your Rights: LGBTQ IHRA Quarter Pager

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Know Your Rights: LGBTQ IHRA Quarter Pager

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Know Your Rights: Trans and NonBinary Student Quarter Pager

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Know Your Rights: Trans and NonBinary Student Quarter Pager

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KYR Trans and NonBinary Student Quarter Pager

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Know Your Rights: Trans/Nonbinary Youth One Pager

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Know Your Rights: Trans/Nonbinary Youth One Pager

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Perfect Pair's Pair with Pride Program is open and recruiting!

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Perfect Pair's Pair with Pride Program is open and recruiting!

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Emplify Health System is doing a survey on LGBTQ+ acceptance across various denominations and congregations in the U.S.

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Emplify Health System is doing a survey on LGBTQ+ acceptance across various denominations and congregations in the U.S.

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Scan the QR code above or click here to participate!

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The Trevor Project is looking for participants for a new 2025 survey!

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The Trevor Project is looking for participants for a new 2025 survey!

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The Trevor Project’s National Survey on the Mental Health of LGBTQ+ Young People is now open for 13–24-year-olds across the U.S. Your responses—completely confidential—power research that drives life-saving programs, policy change, and funding for LGBTQ+ young people. Help us amplify every voice:

Take the survey today: https://trevorredcap.trvr.org/surveys/?s=ARPMDR8AYPPW9XXC&nsli=pS5CXYwE

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University of Denver Study on Transgender People's experiences in Group Psychotherapy!

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University of Denver Study on Transgender People's experiences in Group Psychotherapy!

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I am requesting your participation in a study about transgender individuals’ experiences of ruptures and repairs in group therapy. The following criteria are necessary to participate:

Must be 18-24 years old

Must identify as transgender or gender diverse

Must have participated in general group therapy (i.e., a therapy group that was not specifically for trans people) in the past year

Must no longer participate in this therapy group

Must have experienced a negative interaction with another member of your therapy group based on your gender identity

If you meet all these criteria, we would love for you to fill out this brief (5 min.) informational survey, which you can access via this link: https://udenver.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0dZgJEv5sWE4s18. Based on the information you provide, you may be selected as a participant for this study. Participation will involve completing a second anonymous questionnaire lasting about 5 minutes as well as two Zoom interviews with me. At the end of your second interview, you will be given a $20 Amazon gift card for your participation in this research project. This project will be supervised by a Faculty Sponsor, Maria Riva, Ph.D.

Please don’t hesitate to reach out should you have any questions about the study.

Thank you very much and I look forward to your participation!

Gabi Kaufman, M.A., gabi.kaufman@du.edu

Maria Riva, Ph.D., maria.riva@du.edu

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Click for upcoming Know Your Rights workshops led by ICIRR and trusted community service organizations.

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Ace, aro & ally pride guides now available! Get them at:

https://www.aforace.com/guides

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Oberlin College Research Study on Trans Healthcare and Social Media Experiences

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Oberlin College Research Study on Trans Healthcare and Social Media Experiences

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Scan the QR code or click here to take the survey!

A researcher at Oberlin College(AY24-25-RT-01) is interested in understanding the health, healthcare, and coping experiences of transgender young adults. To participate, participants must reside within the United States, identify as transgender, and be 18-35 years of age. The survey will take approximately 20 minutes to complete.

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AAMFT has released a new guide- Gender-Affirming Care: Guidelines for Working Systemically with Transgender, Nonbinary, and Gender Expansive Clients

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AAMFT has released a new guide- Gender-Affirming Care: Guidelines for Working Systemically with Transgender, Nonbinary, and Gender Expansive Clients

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Lavender Lab at the University of Maryland is looking for LGBTQ+ teens of color (13-17) to join a paid study about their lived experiences!

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Lavender Lab at the University of Maryland is looking for LGBTQ+ teens of color (13-17) to join a paid study about their lived experiences!

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Scan the code above or click here to learn more and check eligibility!

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DuPage PLT Community Survey - Now Reopen!

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DuPage PLT Community Survey - Now Reopen!

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Open to all adults, parents, and caregivers in DuPage. Spanish translations available on the back.

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Art and Resilience group Lombard (ages 14-17). 15 sponsored spots for youth. 

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Art and Resilience group Lombard (ages 14-17). 15 sponsored spots for youth. 

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This will be run by two queer clinical staff at Dayrise Wellness.

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Youth Outlook is proud to offer our new Spanish-speaking parent group Prosper! We meet on the first and third Wednesday of every month between 7pm and 8:30pm on Zoom!

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Youth Outlook is proud to offer our new Spanish-speaking parent group Prosper! We meet on the first and third Wednesday of every month between 7pm and 8:30pm on Zoom!

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Email prosperar@youth-outlook.org for the Zoom link. For information on our Englishspeaking group, email thrive@youth-outlook.org

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Youth Outlook está orgulloso de ofrecernuestro grupo nuevo, Prosperar! Nos reunimos el primer y tercer miércoles de cada mes entre las 7:00 - 8:30 pm por Zoom.

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Youth Outlook está orgulloso de ofrecernuestro grupo nuevo, Prosperar! Nos reunimos el primer y tercer miércoles de cada mes entre las 7:00 - 8:30 pm por Zoom.

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Para recibir el enlace de Zoom, envíe un email a prosperar@youth-outlook.org

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March 2025 Presentation - Oak Moreno, Tips/Resources for Navigating Clinical Spaces in the National Landscape

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March 2025 Presentation - Oak Moreno, Tips/Resources for Navigating Clinical Spaces in the National Landscape

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Research Study Opportunity for Trans and Non-Binary Youth through Northwestern University

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Research Study Opportunity for Trans and Non-Binary Youth through Northwestern University

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The current study aims to better understand the thoughts and opinions of trans and non-binary youth who have experienced suicidal thoughts or behaviors. We will use this feedback

to create tools that support trans and non-binary youth who experience suicidal thoughts or behaviors. We aim to adapt an online SSI and an online safety planning tool into one combined program to address the needs of transgender and nonbinary youth who experience suicidal thoughts and or behaviors. This program will then be added to an online platform hosted by

our partners at Koko (https://www.kokocares.org/about-us/).

We are inviting 12 trans or nonbinary youth between the ages of 12 and 17 years old to join our youth advisory board. You will be asked to complete a survey and participate in up to three 1 hour, interviews that will be conducted remotely via Zoom. We expect that you will be in this research study for a total of 3.5 hours over the course of 4 to 6 months. You can earn up to $90 in electronic Amazon gift cards if you complete all three interview sessions.

If you’re interested, you can see if you are eligible to participate here: https://tinyurl.com/rise-espi

Click here for the lab website!

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Advanced Training Curriculum designed for clinicians, mental health providers, counselors, and other professionals working with queer youth by Denver Family Institute

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Advanced Training Curriculum designed for clinicians, mental health providers, counselors, and other professionals working with queer youth by Denver Family Institute

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Denver Family Institute’s “Queer Youth Program” is the nation’s first Advanced Training Curriculum designed for clinicians, mental health providers, counselors, and other professionals working with queer (LGBTQIA+) youth (ages 10 - 24). The 18-week program (which provides up to 30 CEs) contains asynchronous & synchronous educational content that pertains to the various intersectionalities that a queer youth can encounter, along with strategies and cultural competencies for navigating various situations. The content was created by queer and allied licensed social workers, counselors, clinicians, & mental health professionals to help promote the idea of queer affirmation in systemic therapy.

Click here for more information on the program, a la carte options, and courses offered.

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University of Michigan is looking for LGBTQ+ youth and their caregiver(s) for an online research program!

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University of Michigan is looking for LGBTQ+ youth and their caregiver(s) for an online research program!

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Click here for more information and to sign up!

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Link to survey:

https://coeuh.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_2aCLai0juTD1sP4

If you agree to participate in this study, you will complete a one-time, anonymous, online survey, which will take approximately 30–45 minutes. To be eligible, you must: (1) identify as LGBQ+, (2) live in the United States or a U.S. territory, (3) be age 18 or older, and (4) have a professional or self-diagnosis of OCD.

There are limited risks involved in this research, including the possibility that the survey content might be emotionally unsettling. Possible benefits to participants include being able to share their perspectives and helping to illuminate the experiences of LGBQ+ people with OCD. Individuals who complete the survey can choose to provide their email address to be entered into a raffle for one of four $15 Amazon gift cards.

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Charlie Health has openings in their virtual Family Programming/support groups!

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Charlie Health has openings in their virtual Family Programming/support groups!

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Free family programming, available to any & every person who may be looking for a community. Whether you're a parent, friend, or a family member, we invite you to gather with us in a safe space, free from judgment or curriculum. Share your journey, from the highs to the lows, and connect with others who understand the unique challenges and joys of supporting neurodivergent individuals. Together, we build a supportive network, offering empathy and insights led by a qualified facilitator every step of the way. Come join us and find strength in community.

Click here for more information and to see available groups!

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Monday Parent and Caregiver Open Support Groups (1)

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Project SPACES (an NIH funded study) is looking for parents of LGBTQ+ young people (15-29) for their study 

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Project SPACES (an NIH funded study) is looking for parents of LGBTQ+ young people (15-29) for their study 

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Click here for more information

Click here to see if you're eligible!

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Social Creatures - LGBTQ+ Young Adult Focus Group about loneliness and isolation

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Social Creatures - LGBTQ+ Young Adult Focus Group about loneliness and isolation

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Are you a young adult (18-29 years old) who identifies as LGBTQ+? If so, we’d love to invite you to a Social Creatures focus group to discuss the challenges of loneliness, social connection, and belonging that LGBTQ+ young adults face.

Your perspectives and insights will directly help us co-design programs and initiatives aimed at reducing loneliness, supporting meaningful connections, and improving health and well-being for LGBTQ+ young adults.

Focus Group Details

Young adults (18-29) report loneliness more than any other age group, and LGBTQ+ young adults are particularly likely to feel lonely. We want to hear from those who have experienced social disconnection to better understand its causes and solutions. Your input will help shape programs or initiatives that address these challenges.

Time Commitment: 60-90 minutes via Zoom

Compensation: $40 gift card

Confidentiality: Sessions will be recorded for note-taking, but responses will remain

anonymous and confidential.

If you’re interested in participating in the focus group, follow this link to complete a short survey:

https://forms.gle/sToX6R4ZLhCwPTBn6

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Guardian Angel Community Services Flyer (Spanish)

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Guardian Angel Community Services Flyer (Spanish)

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Guardian Angel Community Services Flyer (English)

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Guardian Angel Community Services Flyer (English)

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Check out these free ace/aro resources from AforAce.com. We have articles, resource pages, free downloads & more. We also offer free webinars, in-person trainings, table-sits & other events. Fill out our request form on the site or email aforacechicago@gmail.com if you're interested in a training/educational session or looking for a specific resource.

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Here are some online resources to check out

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Click here to view in English!

Click here to view in Spanish!

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February 2025 Presentation - Carolyn Wahlskog, Navigating the National Landscape

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February 2025 Presentation - Carolyn Wahlskog, Navigating the National Landscape

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Click above (or here) to watch a video explaining the survey!

DCFS is conducting a survey of youth in care aged 12 and older. The goal of this survey is to provide support to youth of all sexual orientations and all gender identities and expressions. DCFS is partnering with staff at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign School of Social Work to conduct this survey.

The survey is anonymous and confidential, and the results will aid us in providing identity-affirming care and support.

The survey is open until April 30, 2025.

Click here for the survey:

Survey Link (English)

Survey Link (Spanish)

Additional Resources:

1. Guidance Instructions

2. Information Sheet (English)

3. Information Sheet (Spanish)

4. Introduction Video (English with Spanish Subtitles)

Questions?

DCFS Statewide Chief of LGBTQI+ Affairs Marla Courts (marla.e.courts2@illinois.gov) and DCFS LGBTQI+ Diversity Trainer Len Meyer (len.meyer@illinois.gov) are available to answer additional questions and provide support.

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Verifying you are human. This may take a few seconds.

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PRIDEnet is looking for Black and/or African American transgender and/or gender nonconforming people for a paid online listening session. 

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PRIDEnet is looking for Black and/or African American transgender and/or gender nonconforming people for a paid online listening session. 

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PRIDEnet is hosting online community listening sessions, akin to focus groups, with Black and African American transgender and gender nonconforming people to share their thoughts, opinions, challenges, and solutions to health research and healthcare. There will be three online group discussions in February and participants are given a $50 gift card for participating. The sessions will be in English and participants needs to be 18 years of age or older.

Click here for more information and to sign up!

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Let DuPage County Health Dept Help you.

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DuPage County Health Department-work at the Crisis Response Center

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DuPage County Health Department-work at the Crisis Response Center

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Career Opportunities | Sorted by Job Title ascending | Career Opportunities

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If your passion is a desire to help others and to make a difference in people’s lives, then apply today and join our team! We at the DuPage County Health Department, value our employees and take great pride in providing the ability to have a good work life balance. We are looking for a new team member to join our intensive home visiting services team as a Home Visitor/Case Manager for our Healthy Families Program. As a home visitor/case manager, you will be responsible for building and sustaining a relationship with a caseload of diverse families who are pregnant or parents of newborns through the child’s earliest years. This position requires travel throughout DuPage County. Dual language…

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Benefit assistance for anyone in Illinois

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Benefit assistance for anyone in Illinois

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Let DuPage County Health Dept help you.

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If interested, email: drdottie@UniquelyYouPsych.com

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University of Colorado, Colorado Springs is recruiting parents of LGBTQ+ teens to participate in their paid research program

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University of Colorado, Colorado Springs is recruiting parents of LGBTQ+ teens to participate in their paid research program

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Healthy Families Bright Futures program is an NIH funded study focused on developing an online group program for LGBTQ+ teens and their parents/caregivers. Specifically, the goals of the Healthy Families Bright Futures program are to increase caregiver acceptance and support for their LGBTQ+ teen as well as equip caregivers with tools to help their teen make healthy choices. Likewise, the program seeks to increase pride and social connection among LGBTQ+ teens as well as to provide teens with information and skills about making healthy choices around things like substance use and dating.

For more information and to sign up, click here!

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Welcome, Dr. Phillipe Kleefield! Now accepting new clients!

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Welcome, Dr. Phillipe Kleefield! Now accepting new clients!

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🌟 Welcome Dr. Phillipe Kleefield, PsyD! 🌟

We are excited to announce that Dr. Phillipe Kleefield, PsyD has joined Konick and Associates as a Licensed Clinical Psychologist! 🎉

Dr. Kleefield specializes in:

✔️ Comprehensive Diagnostic & Psychological Assessments

✔️ Adult Individual Therapy

✔️ Anxiety & Depression Treatment

✔️ Support for Learning Disorders

✔️ Neurodiversity (ADHD, Autism)

✔️ Personality Dysfunction

✔️ LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapy

✔️ Trauma Recovery & Healing

Dr. Kleefield is passionate about providing personalized, evidence-based care to help clients navigate life’s challenges with confidence and resilience. 💙

Help us give Dr. Kleefield a warm welcome! If you or someone you know could benefit from his expertise, reach out today.

📞 Contact us: 630.206.4060 x3

🌍 Learn more: https://konickandassociates.com/clinician/phillipe-kleefield-psyd/

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360 Youth Services is hosting a weekly open group for LGBTQIA+ high schoolers - Starts Tuesday, March 4th

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360 Youth Services is hosting a weekly open group for LGBTQIA+ high schoolers - Starts Tuesday, March 4th

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Starting Tuesday, March 4th, 2025, we’ll be hosting an open group for the LGBTQIA+ community. Each week, we’ll explore a variety of topics, including skill building, interpersonal relationships, self-expression, and open discussions—where you can share, connect, and feel supported in a safe, inclusive space

Age: High School Teens 14-18

Cost: $25/person (Annual fee, once paid, can attend as often as you would like.  In addition, covers hands-on supplies and activities)

Location: 360 Youth Services’ Office | 1323 Bond Street, #119, Naperville, IL 60563

Click here for more information and to register!

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West40's website with immigration resources! (Being updated regularly)

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West40's website with immigration resources! (Being updated regularly)

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Includes resources like Know Your Rights Cards and Door Hangers, Emergency Planning Guides, other useful websites and phone numbers, and more!

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With the possible upcoming changes in immigration policies at the federal level, we recognize the increasing concern among many of the families we serve who have immigrated here from other countries. These changes can bring uncertainty and fear, and we want to acknowledge the very real impact this may have on our students, families and our community.

We believe that EVERY student and their family deserves to feel safe, valued, and supported. We are compassionately and empathetically committed to ensuring that ALL of our families are equipped with the resources and information they need to navigate any challenges that may arise.

*Please note that every image is a clickable link.

Thank you for all that you do.

If you need additional support or resources, please don't hesitate to reach out!

Maria-Elena Agrela

Community Resource Coordinator

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Navigating Immigration Resources - Let's work together to support our families! by Maria-Elena Agrela | This newsletter was created with Smore, an online tool for creating beautiful newsletters for individual educators, schools and districts

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The Future Perfect Project has a weekly podcast that elevates the voices of queer youth across North America!

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The Future Perfect Project has a weekly podcast that elevates the voices of queer youth across North America!

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I’m Feeling Queer Today is a podcast that amplifies the voices of queer youth by exploring current themes and issues through a queer lens. Produced and hosted by a team of 11 young adults from all across North America, IFQT is a combination of true-storytelling, interviews, trivia and thought-provoking discussions that center queer young voices in the national conversation around LGBTQIA+ rights, culture and activism. Executive produced by The Future Perfect Project. Visit the official show website at thefutureperfectproject.com/podcast Hosted on Acast.

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I’m Feeling Queer Today is a podcast that amplifies the voices of queer youth by exploring current themes and issues through a queer lens. Produced and hosted by a team of 11 young adults from all across North America, IFQT is a combination of true-storytelling, interviews, trivia and thought-provoking discussions that center queer young voices in the national conversation around LGBTQIA+ rights, culture and activism. Executive produced by The Future Perfect Project. Visit the official show website at thefutureperfectproject.com/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Administration for Children & Families released an Information Memo on Improving Services and Outcomes for Intersex Children and Adolescents and their Families!

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Administration for Children & Families released an Information Memo on Improving Services and Outcomes for Intersex Children and Adolescents and their Families!

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This ACF-wide IM offers recommendations for state, territorial, and local child welfare agencies and family services grantees of a wide-range of ACF programs. It represents a ground-breaking conversation-starter for the worlds of family services and child welfare across the country. Regardless of whether HHS rescinds them at some point, they laid down critical markers and offer a roadmap for state, local, and tribal agencies, service providers, professional organizations, and advocates who want to do the right thing.  They respond to real-world cases interACT has seen over the years of child welfare officials encouraging or pressuring families to consent to non-emergent genital or sterilizing surgeries on young intersex children, or of state officials actually signing off on those procedures for infants in state custody. The IM's key recommendations include:

Training child and family service providers "to help them welcome and accept intersex people and acknowledge their unique needs, can facilitate access to accurate information."

Ensuring intersex children receive "supportive and affirming" services and placements that "avoid stigmatizing or shaming" and offer relevant information, resources, and peer support.

Offering intersex adolescents and young adults affirming supports that help them understand their bodies; address gender identity, sexual orientation, body image, trauma, and bias; and access peer support.

Offering families of intersex children and youth accurate information, support for family acceptance, and connection to community.

Sharing key resources and research with staff and families, including a robust resource list.

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Report released by the HHS (U.S. Department of Health and Human Services) focused on the health, rights, and well-being of intersex people!

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Report released by the HHS (U.S. Department of Health and Human Services) focused on the health, rights, and well-being of intersex people!

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This groundbreaking, 34-page report represents the first-ever report from any US government body focused on the health, rights, and well-being of intersex people. It distills findings from current health and social science research* as well as from listening sessions with intersex youth, adults, and families; health professionals, ethicists, and researchers; and community groups. It makes key recommendations that we should amplify to state and local policymakers, researchers, providers, medical groups, and across our movements, including:

Ending "the ongoing practice of performing non-emergent, non-consensual surgeries in intersex infants which research shows can cause long-lasting harm," and "ensuring all non-emergent care is guided by the express wishes of the intersex individual themselves."

"Promote family acceptance for intersex youth."

"Promote promising practices among health care professionals," including "intersex-affirming research and training to advance evidence-based care in all treatment realms

"Expand data collection on the health and well-being of intersex people across their lifespan," including by "Collecting and reporting intersex demographics and informatics."

"Systems-wide improvements" across medical records, coding, and insurance systems "that reflect the reality of intersex variations."

"Include people with lived intersex experience in every effort to implement these recommendations" and "partner[ ] with intersex-led and intersex-affirming groups" in research and health promotion efforts

"Develop an intersex-affirming [public-sector] research agenda," "centering intersex community-informed research."

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Room For Both - A space to gather where Queer and Christian are not contradictory

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Room For Both - A space to gather where Queer and Christian are not contradictory

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The next meeting is Monday, February 17th!

At the moment this is an 18 and up kind of space - with a wide range of college to retired folx. To get the location of meetings or for more information, please email: vicaremily@oursaviours.com

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Illinois Children's Mental Health Partnership is developing a Youth Council and is looking for youth participants (under the age of 24) and community-based partners!

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Illinois Children's Mental Health Partnership is developing a Youth Council and is looking for youth participants (under the age of 24) and community-based partners!

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In the Youth Council, youth and community partners will work collaboratively to learn about mental health functioning in the state and to develop advocacy skills. There are 6 slots available for youth participation and 4 slots available for community-based partners to be represented. We are opening the application cycle now for 2025 participation and it will remain open for several weeks. Please read the questions and answer them honestly and completely in order to obtain the information needed to process your application. To apply, please click here.

Please note:

Youth participants are under the age of 24

Community-Based Organization Representation are older than 24 and work in a community organization that serves youth

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The Application for Camp Outright (a queer summer camp in Vermont) is open February 3rd - March 3rd. See below for more info!

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The Application for Camp Outright (a queer summer camp in Vermont) is open February 3rd - March 3rd. See below for more info!

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The camp is for youth 13-17 but they are also looking for youth leaders 18-19 and volunteers 20+ to support the camp! They offer full and partial scholarships for any camper that requests it and can support transportation costs to/from camp for campers flying in!

For more info visit the website here or email camp@outrightvt.org!

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Residential Summer Camp with a Queer Twist!

Camp Outright 14.0 in 2025
Session 1: Friday, July 4 - Thursday, July 10 Session 2: Saturday, July 12 - Friday, July 18
Camper applications are open Monday, February 3 - Monday, March 3, 2025

We can't wait to see you!

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Come join us at Camp Outright - the residential summer camp with a queer twist! Here, we believe in empowerment and self-expression for all. Ready to make some lifelong friends and unforgettable memories?

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TriCity Family Services is currently open with low wait times!

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TriCity Family Services is currently open with low wait times!

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Those interested in services can reach their bilingual (English/Spanish) intake coordinator at 630-232-1070. As a reminder, they accept most PPO insurances as well as Medicaid and Medicare. For those using self-pay, they can apply a sliding fee scale based on need for residents of these townships: Geneva, Batavia, St. Charles, Aurora, Blackberry, Campton, Kaneville, and Virgil. They serve individuals of all ages and have psychiatric services onsite for their therapy clients.

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January 2025 Presentation - JLK Consulting Services

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January 2025 Presentation - JLK Consulting Services

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Contact Jennifer at Jennifer@jlkconsultingservices.com

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Online Digital Library made by the LGBTQIA+ community for the community that focuses on queer materials and perspectives. Click below to check it out!

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Online Digital Library made by the LGBTQIA+ community for the community that focuses on queer materials and perspectives. Click below to check it out!

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Queer Liberation Library (QLL) is fighting to build a vibrant, flourishing queer future by connecting LGBTQ+ people with literature, information, and resources that celebrate the unique and empowering diversity of our community.

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Queer Liberation Library (QLL) is fighting to build a vibrant, flourishing queer future by connecting LGBTQ+ people with literature, information, and resources that celebrate the unique and empowering diversity of our community.

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Queer Liberation Library (QLL) is fighting to build a vibrant, flourishing queer future by connecting LGBTQ+ people with literature, information, and resources that celebrate the unique and empowering diversity of our community.