LGBTQ+
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definitionsAce & Aro Spectrum Definitions by Oxford LGBTQ+ Society
Includes definitions about different identities, attractions & relationships, attitudes, concepts, and events. "The Oxford LGBTQ+ Society is the largest higher education LGBTQ+ Society in the country, and with over 3000 members, the second largest society of its kind at the university." Identity Resources by Oxford LGBTQ+ Society Includes resources for Ace/Aro, Bi/Pan, Trans, Intersex, and for people of faith, of racial and ethnic minorities, by class, and for women. Please note: Some resources collated on this page are specific to Oxford University, so may not apply to you. |
Terms & Definitions by Outright Vermont
"We offer these terms as a good place to start, and so that we have some shared understanding as you move through the toolkit. But! Your youth will always be the best source of information about their own experience. Listen for the ways they self-describe, encourage their self-expression, and stay curious and open to learning from them."
"We offer these terms as a good place to start, and so that we have some shared understanding as you move through the toolkit. But! Your youth will always be the best source of information about their own experience. Listen for the ways they self-describe, encourage their self-expression, and stay curious and open to learning from them."
advocacy & community organizations
GLAAD
"Founded in 1985, GLAAD is a non-profit organization focused on LGBTQ advocacy and cultural change. GLAAD works to ensure fair, accurate, and inclusive representation and creates national and local programs that advance LGBTQ acceptance. Serving as a storyteller, media force, resource, and advocate, GLAAD tackles tough issues and provokes dialogue so that authentic LGBTQ stories are seen, heard, and actualized. GLAAD strives to protect all that has been accomplished and helps create a world where everyone can live the life they love.
"As a dynamic media force, GLAAD ensures fair, accurate, and inclusive representation that rewrites the script for LGBTQ acceptance. GLAAD tackles tough issues to shape the narrative and provoke dialogue that leads to cultural change. GLAAD protects all that has been accomplished and envisions a world with 100% LGBTQ acceptance."
Outright Vermont
"Building a Vermont where all LGBTQ+ youth have hope, equity, and power!"
Pride Center of Vermont (PCVT)
"The mission of Pride Center of Vermont is to celebrate, educate, and advocate with and for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) Vermonters."
Spectrum Youth & Family Services
"Spectrum Youth and Family Services is a 501(c)3, nonprofit organization with programs for youth and their families in the Burlington and St. Albans areas.
"Founded in 1970, Spectrum is a nationally recognized leader in helping youth ages 12-26* and their families turn their lives around. Each year, we serve 1,400 teenagers, young adults, and their family members.
"*Please check individual programs for age ranges specific to them.
"Our mission is to empower teenagers, young adults, and their families to make and sustain positive changes through prevention, intervention, and life skills services."
"Founded in 1985, GLAAD is a non-profit organization focused on LGBTQ advocacy and cultural change. GLAAD works to ensure fair, accurate, and inclusive representation and creates national and local programs that advance LGBTQ acceptance. Serving as a storyteller, media force, resource, and advocate, GLAAD tackles tough issues and provokes dialogue so that authentic LGBTQ stories are seen, heard, and actualized. GLAAD strives to protect all that has been accomplished and helps create a world where everyone can live the life they love.
"As a dynamic media force, GLAAD ensures fair, accurate, and inclusive representation that rewrites the script for LGBTQ acceptance. GLAAD tackles tough issues to shape the narrative and provoke dialogue that leads to cultural change. GLAAD protects all that has been accomplished and envisions a world with 100% LGBTQ acceptance."
Outright Vermont
"Building a Vermont where all LGBTQ+ youth have hope, equity, and power!"
Pride Center of Vermont (PCVT)
"The mission of Pride Center of Vermont is to celebrate, educate, and advocate with and for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) Vermonters."
Spectrum Youth & Family Services
"Spectrum Youth and Family Services is a 501(c)3, nonprofit organization with programs for youth and their families in the Burlington and St. Albans areas.
"Founded in 1970, Spectrum is a nationally recognized leader in helping youth ages 12-26* and their families turn their lives around. Each year, we serve 1,400 teenagers, young adults, and their family members.
"*Please check individual programs for age ranges specific to them.
"Our mission is to empower teenagers, young adults, and their families to make and sustain positive changes through prevention, intervention, and life skills services."
health & Safety
Center for Transgender & Gender-Expansive Health by John Hopkins Medicine
"We are committed to serving gender diverse patients, whether transgender, nonbinary, gender fluid, or questioning. Our team provides safe and affirming care that is evidence based, trauma informed, and sensitive to each patient’s health needs throughout their lifetime."
Gay & Sober
"Gay & Sober's mission is simple--to provide a safe, fun, and enriching experience to the sober LGBTQ community. Our primary purpose is to encourage unity and enhance one’s sobriety."
SafeSpace Anti-Violence Program by PCVT | Survivor Support Line: (802) 863-0003*
* Please see site page for hours.
"PCVT's SafeSpace Anti-Violence Program works to transform harm with and for LGBTQ+ Vermonters.
"Through direct service advocacy, education, and community support, we provide comprehensive services to support LGBTQ+ survivors of hate, bias, harassment, discrimination, abuse, intimate partner violence, stalking, trafficking, sexual assault, and other systemic and community harms.
"If you or someone you know has experienced violence, threats, or intimidation, we can work with you to address your safety and provide the support you need."
Trevor Project
"The Trevor Project’s mission is to end suicide among LGBTQ+ young people."
Vermont Diversity Health Project (VDHP) by PCVT
"The Vermont Diversity Health Project (VDHP) exists to improve the health and wellness of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer (LGBTQ) Vermonters by building bridges between healthcare providers and LGBTQ people throughout the state. Our goal is to help patients identify safe, affirming, supportive, and effective healthcare providers, and offer trainings and other support to enhance providers’ skill in working with LGBTQ people."
"We are committed to serving gender diverse patients, whether transgender, nonbinary, gender fluid, or questioning. Our team provides safe and affirming care that is evidence based, trauma informed, and sensitive to each patient’s health needs throughout their lifetime."
Gay & Sober
"Gay & Sober's mission is simple--to provide a safe, fun, and enriching experience to the sober LGBTQ community. Our primary purpose is to encourage unity and enhance one’s sobriety."
SafeSpace Anti-Violence Program by PCVT | Survivor Support Line: (802) 863-0003*
* Please see site page for hours.
"PCVT's SafeSpace Anti-Violence Program works to transform harm with and for LGBTQ+ Vermonters.
"Through direct service advocacy, education, and community support, we provide comprehensive services to support LGBTQ+ survivors of hate, bias, harassment, discrimination, abuse, intimate partner violence, stalking, trafficking, sexual assault, and other systemic and community harms.
"If you or someone you know has experienced violence, threats, or intimidation, we can work with you to address your safety and provide the support you need."
Trevor Project
"The Trevor Project’s mission is to end suicide among LGBTQ+ young people."
Vermont Diversity Health Project (VDHP) by PCVT
"The Vermont Diversity Health Project (VDHP) exists to improve the health and wellness of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer (LGBTQ) Vermonters by building bridges between healthcare providers and LGBTQ people throughout the state. Our goal is to help patients identify safe, affirming, supportive, and effective healthcare providers, and offer trainings and other support to enhance providers’ skill in working with LGBTQ people."