For Teens

LGBTQI+ Resources

► Trevor Support Center - a place where LGBTQ youth and their allies can find answers to frequently asked questions, and explore resources related to sexual orientation, gender identity and more

Local Organizations

Queer Youth Task Force

Safe Schools Project

Trans* Teen Project

Diversity Center Santa Cruz County

TransFamilies 

Santa Cruz County Office of Education (Supporting the Safety of LGBTQ Students and Families)

Encompass Community Services

Salud Para La Gente 

GSA Network

Queer Youth Leadership Awards 

🏳️‍🌈 Queer Youth Updates Newsletter a great way to stay in touch with the community virtually 

Know Your Rights

National Center from Transgender Equality: Know Your Rights

Trans Youth Handbook 

Do you need help now?

► If you are thinking about suicide and in need of immediate support, please call the TrevorLifeline at 1-866-488-7386 

Don't feel comfortable talking on the phone? Other options include:

► TrevorChat - Confidential online instant messaging with a Trevor counselor, available 24/7.

Note: Access through a computer, as you may have technical difficulties if using a smartphone or tablet.

► TrevorText - Confidential text messaging with a Trevor counselor, available 24/7/365

Text START to 678678

Note: Standard text messaging rates apply. 

► TrevorSpace is an affirming international community for LGBTQ young people ages 13-24.