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Educational Resources
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Resources for Everyone
Guides & Resources
| ORGANIZATION | TITLE | PURPOSE/DESCRIPTION | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CULTURAL COMPETENCY | Harvard Medical School: LGBTQ Outreach and Engagement | Foundational Concepts and Affirming Terminology Related to Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, and Sex Development | A basic primer on terminology and concepts |
| Anti-Violence Project (AVP) | Glossary of Terms | Sexual orientation and gender identity terms and definitions - not exhaustive | |
| National Black Justice Coalition (NBJC) | LGBTQ/SGL Definitions & Terminology | A toolkit created to assist university personnel and student leaders in learning about the LGBTQ/SGL community. | |
| Stonewall | Glossary of Terms | Comprehensive list of LGBTQIA+ terminology and definitions - not exhaustive | |
| Parents and Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG) | Glossary | Comprehensive list of LGBTQIA+ terminology and definitions - not exhaustive | |
| Human Rights Campaign (HRC) | Recursos en Español | Aquí encontrará notas, videos y blogs sobre los temas de interés para nuestra comunidad Latinx y LGBTQ | |
| National Queer Asian Pacific Islander Alliance (NQAPIA) | Multilingual Fact-Sheet Leaflets | Printable PDF fact-sheets for families and friends of AANHPI LGBTQ+ folks | |
| Available in English, Simplified & Traditional Chinese, Korean, Japanese, Hindi, Bengali, Gujarati, Malayalam, Marathi, Punjabi, Tamil, Urdu, Ilocano, Tagalog, Indonesian, Hmong, Khmer, Lao, Malay, Thai, Vietnamese, Arabic, Farsi, Chamorro, and Samoan | |||
| SEXUAL ORIENTATIONS | Healthline | 46 Terms That Describe Sexual Attraction, Behavior, and Orientation | Also encompasses asexuality and aromanticism |
| Oxford University LGBTTQ+ Society (OULGBTQ) | What Do Bisexuality and Pansexuality Mean? | General definitions | |
| Bisexual and Pansexual Definitions and Resources | Further terminology, definitions, and resources | ||
| Human Rights Campaign (HRC) | Bisexual | Guides, research, reports, and more for and about the Bisexual population | |
| LGBTQ Center: UNC-Chapel Hill | Bisexual/Pansexual Identities | Brief overview and PDF list of resources | |
| ATTRACTION | Healthline | 46 Terms That Describe Sexual Attraction, Behavior, and Orientation | Also encompasses sexual orientations and behaviors |
| GLAAD | Explore the spectrum: Guide to finding your ace community | A primer on the asexual and aromantic spectrums (“a-spec” identities). | |
| LGBTQ Center: UNC-Chapel Hill | Asexuality, Attraction, and Romantic Orientation | Basic explanation of sexual and romantic attraction types | |
| Oxford University LGBTTQ+ Society (OULGBTQ) | What Do Asexual & Aromantic Mean? | Basic definitions | |
| Ace & Aro-Spectrum Definitions | A longer list of terminology & definitions under asexuality and aromanticism, including concepts and attitudes | ||
| AVENWiki (Asexual Visibility and Education Network (AVEN)) | Lexicon | This page briefly explains many common terms seen on the AVEN site and community. | |
| Asexuality Archive | Glossary | A listing of asexuality-related words. | |
| GENDER & SEX | Oxford University LGBTTQ+ Society (OULGBTQ) | OU LGBTQ: What Does 'Trans' Mean? | Basic definition and primer of transgender concepts and terminology |
| Gender Dysphoria | Basic description and definition of gender dysphoria | ||
| LGBTQ Center: UNC-Chapel Hill | Transgender Identities | Basic exploration of transgender concepts and terminology, as well as transitions | |
| GLAAD | Media Reference Guide - Transgender | Glossary of terms | |
| Gender Minorities Aotearoa | Trans 101: Glossary of Trans Words and How to Use Them | Not an exhaustive list | |
| Fenway Health | Glossary of Gender and Transgender Terms | Explains gender and transgender terms that may be unfamiliar or confusing to clinicians who care for transgender clients. | |
| Planned Parenthood | Transgender Identity Terms and Labels | Not an exhaustive list. Also includes guides about discovering one's trans identity, transitioning, trans health care, coming out, supporting trans folks, etc. | |
| Johns Hopkins Medicine | Glossary of Transgender Terms | List also includes surgical terminology | |
| National Black Justice Coalition (NBJC) | Words Matter Gender Justice Toolkit | The Words Matter Gender Justice Toolkit is a designed to facilitate uncomfortable and, at times, difficult conversations that can save lives. | |
| Human Rights Campaign (HRC) | Transgender | Provides research, guides, and toolkits for and about the transgender community | |
| Oxford University LGBTTQ+ Society (OULGBTQ) | What Does 'Intersex' Mean? | Basic definition, terminology, and scientific explanation | |
| Why and how is intersex LGBTQ+? | Explains how the intersex community is included in the LGBTQIA+ umbrella | ||
| LGBTQ Center: UNC-Chapel Hill | Intersex | Basic Q&A and PDF list of resources and information | |
| interACT Advocates | Intersex Resource Topics | The links on the page above contain academic and news articles, human rights rulings, policy statements, legal rulings, and other information related to intersex human rights, history, and medical treatment | |
| List of Intersex Advocacy Organizations | Explore organizations for more information | ||
| PRONOUNS | Gay, Lesbian, & Straight Educators Network (GLSEN) | Pronoun Guide | This guide is created to help anyone learn how to use people’s correct pronouns. |
| National Black Justice Coalition (NBJC) | Gender Pronouns Comic PSA | Educational comic strip about the importance of using people's correct pronouns | |
| QTBIPoC+ | LGBTQ Center: UNC-Chapel Hill | Race/Ethnicity and LGBTQIA+ Identities | Basic overview of the intersection of race/ethnicity and being LGBTQ+/SGL, and multiply marginalized or conflicted |
| Human Rights Campaign (HRC) | Communities of Color | Resources, research, and information about the intersectionality of BIPoC and LGBTQ+ communities and oppression | |
| DISABILITY | LGBTQ Center: UNC-Chapel Hill | Disability & LGBTIQA+ Identities | Basic overview of the intersection of disability and being LGBTQ+, and multiply marginalized or conflicted |
| RELIGION & FAITH | Human Rights Campaign (HRC) | HRC: Religion & Faith | Multi-faith: Essays, letters, resources, and other multi-faith guides about religion, faith, and LGBTQ+ inclusivity |
| LGBTQ Center: UNC-Chapel Hill | Religion and Spirituality | Multi-faith: Resources about various religious and spiritual communities' beliefs regarding faith and LGBTIQA+ folks | |
| Soulforce | Resources | Multi-faith: Ending the religious and political oppression of LGBTQ+ people by Christian Supremacy and healing LGBTQ+ communities from weaponized religion. Read more in resources. | |
| GLAAD | Religion, Faith & Values | Multi-faith: Studies of LGBTQ+-supportive religious organizations in the media, lists of LGBTQ+-inclusive religious communities, and other resources | |
| Religious Institute | See projects and resources | Multi-faith: Provides programming and resources for sexual, gender, and reproductive health, education, and justice in faith communities and society. | |
| Believe Out Loud | Resources | Multi-faith: Find LGBTQ+-inclusive religious communities, events, advocacy organizations, informational resources for places of worship, and more | |
| TransFaith | Empower | Practical empowerment resources around particular issues or audiences. | |
| CHRISTIANITY | Gay Church | Affirming Denominations; Find a Church; Homosexuality and the Bible; Same-Sex Marriage | Finding an LGBTQ+ Christian community, reading resources about LGBTQ+ issues and the Bible |
| Q Christian | Affirmation Guides for Sexuality & Spirituality and Trans & Gender-Expansive Identities; Blog; Community Groups | Affirmation guides for various focuses; blog featuring educational resources, articles, and other information; community groups for LGBTQ+ and allied Christian folks | |
| UNCHANGED | Myths; Read Our Stories; Denomination-Specific and Church Resources | Debunking myths about LGBTQ+ folks and sharing the stories of Christian LGBTQ+ and allied folks; providing church resources | |
| Institute for Welcoming Resources | Resources; Find a Welcoming Congregation | Toolkits and guides for congregations about LGBTQ+ topics and issues; directory of LGBTQ+-inclusive churches | |
| ISLAM | Imaan | Islam & Sexuality; Imaan Forum | FAQ about being LGBTQ+ and Muslim, relevant articles, and more; an online forum for those seeking advice and connections |
| Muslims for Progressive Values USA | Issues; Resources; Events | Analysis of Muslim attitudes about interfaith families, feminism, LGBTQI+ folks, and more; reading recommendations and list of partner organizations | |
| Queer Jihad | Essays & Articles; Bibliography | Selected readings on the issue of Islam and homosexuality | |
| JUDAISM | JQ | HELPLINE; Resources; Events | HELPLINE: 855.JQI.HLPS - support, counseling, resources; other informational resources, recommended reading about Judaism and LGBTQ+ issues; online events |
| Keshet | Jewish Text and Tradition; Community Inclusion Guides; Equality Directory | Writings on Jewish texts and LGBTQ+ issues; Inclusion 101 guides for Jewish communities; find inclusive Jewish clergy institutions | |
| COMING OUT | LGBTQ Center: UNC-Chapel Hill | Coming Out | Explains the term “coming out,” the processes, various other terms, and provides resources and guides |
| Human Rights Campaign (HRC) | Coming Out | Resources and guides tailored to various LGBTQ+ groups and intersecting identities about coming out | |
| Gay, Lesbian, & Straight Educators Network (GLSEN) | Coming Out: A Resource for LGBTQ+ Students | Terminology, information, tips, and guides for LGBTQ+ students | |
| National Black Justice Coalition (NBJC) | Inviting In | Counters the idea of “coming out” to disrupt traditional power dynamics that do not center the lived experiences of LGBTQ/Same Gender Loving (SGL) people. (read more in the toolkit) | |
| Keshet | Coming Out | Resources that explore the struggles and celebrations of coming out to our families, friends, rabbis, teachers, mentors, and other people in Jewish life. | |
| DATING SAFETY | Anti-Violence Project | Online Dating and Hook-Up Safety Tips | General advice on dating safety, including how to report hate violence and police violence |
| BackgroundChecks.org | The Ultimate Guide to LGBTQ Dating Safety | Safety statistics, dating app statistics, how to use dating apps safely, and how to choose a date safely | |
| HIV/AIDS | National Black Justice Coalition (NBJC) | National Gay Men's HIV/AIDS Awareness Day Toolkit | “[]…E]ncourag[ing] open conversations about preventing HIV and […] the virus’ disproportionate impact on gay, bisexual, and same gender loving men.” |
| Words Matter HIV Toolkit | A toolkit for reducing the HIV/AIDS stigma in order to increase testing and treatment | ||
Recommended Reading, Watching, & Listening
Tools for Advocacy
| ORGANIZATION | WHERE TO FIND | RESOURCE | DESCRIPTION | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| POLICY & LAW | UCLA School of Law, Williams Institute | Publications | Criminalization; Discrimination & Violence; Social Services & Child Welfare | Reports on research, data, and laws impacting the LGBTQ+ population |
| HRC (Human Rights Campaign) | Resources | Elections | Pro-equality candidates are only part of the equation: we must also fight to ensure the access to and integrity of our elections. | |
| Laws & Legislation | Securing full rights, protections and benefits for LGBTQ people. | |||
| National Center for Transgender Equality | Issues | N/A | Find the latest information about existing laws and policies, and how you can improve the laws and policies in your area. | |
| Transgender People and Bathroom Access | Why bathroom access is an important issue and a human right | |||
| Know Your Rights | N/A | A series of legal tutorials for trans folks | ||
| ORGANIZING & ACTIVISM | National Center for Transgender Equality | N/A | School Action Center | Here's how to make your school better for trans students or advocate for yourself or your family. |
| INCITE! | Resources for Organizing | N/A | Toolkits, readers, lists of resources for activists on various progressive topics | |
| Human Rights Campaign (HRC) | Resources | Hate Crimes | Learn what HRC is doing to fight back against hate crimes | |
| College | Providing tools; facilitating connections between LGBTQ student activists across the country; empowering youth to fight for LGBTQ equality. | |||
| SIGNS & STICKERS | Keshet | Resources | Printable Signs & Stickers | Jewish-themed LGBTQ+-supportive signs and stickers |
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