Resources

• Resources for TX Trans + Nonbinary Youth​ - ​Provides the latest information from PFLAG National.
• Housing Needs-montrosecenter.org/services/housing/ 
• PFLAG Connects: Communities - PFLAG Connects: Communities seek to connect people with shared experiences each month in virtual support meetings. Our first meetings will gather people of Latino, Black/African-American, and Asian-American & Pacific Islander backgrounds to connect in a safe online environment so that you can ask questions and receive support from others who have been through similar experiences.​
• the Montrose Center - The Montrose Center empowers our community, primarily lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender individuals and their families, to enjoy healthier and more fulfilling lives.
• Hatch Youth and Hatch Jr. - Hatch Youth is Houston’s oldest, currently active social group dedicated to empowering LGBTQIA+ youth between the ages of 7 and 20. Hatch Youth groups provide a safe and affirming environment where youth can socialize, make new friends, and engage in educational and creative activities to help youth in and around Houston not just survive, but thrive. 
• Txtranskids.org - Resources for transgender youth in Texas, compiled by ACLU of Texas, Transgender Education Network of Texas (TENT), Equality Texas, Lambda Legal, Human Rights Campaign, Texas Freedom Network, and Transgender Legal Defense & Education Fund
• Houston LGBT History -   A growing resource of mostly Houston LGBT history, with considerable statewide information
• Association for Family and Community Integrity (AFCI)  - Ending rejection of LGBTQ youth by advocating for them and educating their families
• Gender Infinity -  Gender Infinity is a 501c3 nonprofit organization that creates affirming spaces for families, learners, advocates, and providers to advance relationships, knowledge, and resources that empower gender diverse individuals. In their journey together they promote justice, equity, and hope in the celebration of infinite gender possibilities.
• Innerbody - Information about what it means to be nonbinary and how to support individuals who identify as nonbinary. 
• Study.com compiled a college guide for LGBTQ students, with information on LGBTQ student resources and organizations, scholarships, legal protection, and considerations when choosing a college. Their guides offer in-depth information in several areas, including:
  • LGBTQ student resources and organizations
  • Title IX and other protections for the LGBTQ community 
  • A guide to evaluating colleges as an LGBTQ student
  • A comprehensive list of scholarships available to LGBTQ youth
• Testing.com -  In order to help combat the worsening problem of the rising number of STD cases in Houston, Testing.com created a comprehensive resource that features helpful information about STDs in Houston and a directory of local organizations that provide a wide range of health care services to help stop the spread.
• Ultimate Campus Guide for LGBTQ Students - For many young queer people, college is where things finally begin to change. To make college a little easier, check out this ultimate guide of resources for LGBTQ+ students in higher education, including scholarships, resources, clubs, anti-bullying hotlines and more.
• Stevens Institute of Technology has a very comprehensive resource list for LGBTQ+ students of all ages, including college lists, finding community, anti-bullying information, support groups, and many other resources.
• Counseling Schools Resources National Freedom to Marry Day is upon us and with that in mind, the team at CounselingSchools.com is highlighting a great Guide and Interview we published titled Celebrating LGBTQ+ Relationships – Coming Out to Intolerant Family Members. We have also published a number of comprehensive guides and interviews to to help all students in their journey to gaining a degree:
  • ​​www.counselingschools.com/blog/how-to-come-out-as-lgbtq
    • National Mentoring Month Advocacy Guide (2021) 
    • An Expert on the Long-Term Effects of Covid-19 Social Isolation
    • Guide to Counselor Education Loan Forgiveness Programs

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Publications

• PFLAG National publications
• HRC Brochure - "Supporting Your Young Gender Non-conforming Child"

Scholarship Opportunities

• Out For Education provides scholarships to LGBTQ+ youth from the Houston area or attending college or universities in Houston.  Deadline February 28th.
• Pride Houston 365 helps the next generation of LGBTQI+ community activists & influencers achieve their dreams. See website for details.​
• Study.com compiled a list of scholarships for LGBTQ+ youth! See their website for details.