Outfest is the world’s largest LGBTQ+ film and media organization. They hold several programs, projects, and events for LGBTQ+ artists. While they offer various programs, film festivals are their primary focus.
This organization fights for freedom, equity, and potential for the LGBTQ+ community. Their campaigns drive positive change in public attitudes and public policy. Their website features home resources, workplace and school resources, and recent news for the LGBTQ+ community.
This is a nonprofit organization with a mission to “uplift, empower, and connect” the LGBTQ+ youth. Through sharing articles, education, and events, they’re making a more equitable world and empowering queer youth.
As a dynamic media force, GLAAD tackles tough issues to shape the narrative and provoke dialogue that leads to cultural change. They offer several programs in the entertainment, news, and digital media industry to accelerate LGBTQ community. Their website also offers a resource list and opportunities for community involvement.
The Trevor Project is the world’s largest suicide prevention and crisis intervention organization for LGBT youth. On their website, users can find support through 24/7 counselors, TrevorSpace (social community for ages 13-24), articles, and various featured resources.
This directory is a great tool for AAPI members who want more information about mental health. Users can search by region, AANHPI subgroup, and focus. The site also has profiles with brief summaries of practitioners and other organizational resources.
Project Lotus focuses on Asian American mental health advocacy. Their mission is to destigmatize mental health in Asian-American communities by “tackling the model minority stereotype through culturally-relevant education for the community and the empowerment of voices.” Their website features stories from the community, articles, webinars, workshops, and their podcast.
This is a Facebook group for Asians who want to be a part of an online community which focuses on mental health. It’s a private group with 61.6k users and is a safe space. Members are encouraged to share their feelings, thoughts, cultural issues, intergenerational trauma, and other related topics. Comments are heavily moderated with the intention that everyone is treated with respect. Additional resources are provided within the group’s page.
NAPAFASA serves and works with AAPI communities on initiatives addressing behavioral health within each community. It’s a private, non-profit, 501(c)(3) membership organization dedicated to mental health advocacy through research, efforts at public health and policy reform, and community empowerment. While the organization has AAPI community roots, they also work with people from all backgrounds.
The Asian & Pacific Islander American Health Forum’s services benefit the health of the AAPI community. The APIAHF supports the health of the community by influencing policy, mobilizing communities, and strengthening programs and organizations. It’s the oldest and largest health advocacy organization providing policy and political analysis, research, and communication strategies.
