Rainbow Road
The Rainbow Road seeks to support the variety of identities that no acronym could adequately include or sufficiently cover. No matter where someone identifies in the spectrum of sexual orientation and/or gender diversity, the Georgia Southern University Counseling Center wants to continually commit to supporting all members of the gender and/or sexual diversity community as well as our LGBTQ+ students, staff, and faculty. The Counseling Center’s mission and work is rooted in the idea that the spirit of inclusiveness, a global perspective, and a sense of community as essential conditions of life.
The work is on all of us to create and maintain a safe, inclusive environment on campus. We have included resources here for members of the LGBTQ+ community as well as resources for individuals who seek an active role in allyship.
Resources
| Mental Health Resources | Resources for LGBTQ+ folx |
| University Health Services | Information on specific LGBTQ+ health, wellness, and medical services at Georgia Southern University Health Services |
| Georgia Resources | Resources and information for LGBTQ+ folx across the state of Georgia |
| Inclusive Restrooms on Campus | Locations of inclusive restrooms on Georgia Southern’s campuses |
| Glossary of Terms | Glossary of terms related to LGBTQ+ folx |
| Supporting Intersectionality | What is intersectionality and why does it matter? |
| Allyship Development | Looking to be a better ally? Start here for some basic information. |
| Safe Space Training | Sign yourself or your organization up for a Safe Space training |
| Office of Multicultural Affairs | Get more support through the Georgia Southern Office of Multicultural Affairs |
| Gender Minority Closet | A Georgia Southern student-run organization for transgender and non-binary folx to shop for clothing options |
| Suited for Success | Office of Career and Professional Development provides access to free professional attire appropriate for interviews and the workplace |
| Barry W. Ward, Jr. Inclusive Excellence Scholarship | A scholarship to recognize students who actively demonstrate a significant commitment to LGBTQ+ persons or initiatives |
| Sexual Assault Resources | Sexual assault resource information specifically for LGBTQ+ folx |
| HRC: A Guidebook for Action | Information for travel within states and as well as resources for relocating |
| Changing Name in My GS | Information on changing your name in My Georgia Southern |
| Even More Resources | Don’t see what you need above? Click here for more links and information |
Questions?
Contact Dr. Mark Taracuk at mtaracuk@georgiasouthern.edu
Last updated: 9/11/2021
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JED Campus is a nationwide initiative of The Jed Foundation designed to help colleges and universities enhance emotional well-being and mental health promotion efforts, reduce substance abuse, and prevent suicide among students.