Additional Resources
This is a list of resources compiled from around the nation and across the globe. This list is not an endorsement by Georgia Southern University.
Advocacy and Resources
| Inclusive Language Guidelines | A guideline for inclusive language from the American Psychological Association |
| Equality Federation | Equality Federation is the movement builder and strategic partner to state-based organizations advocating for LGBTQ people |
| Everyday Feminism | Everyday Feminism is an online magazine, digital media site, and educational platform for liberation |
| GLAAD | A media monitoring organization |
| Human Rights Campaign | An LGBTQ advocacy group |
| It Gets Better Project | It Gets Better has EduGuides on a variety of topics aimed at increasing knowledge for groups such as GSAs as well as classroom instruction. |
| National Center for Transgender Equality | Information on pending legislation, guides on insurance and transition related healthcare, legal documents state by state regarding changing names |
| Point of Pride | A non-profit that offers a financial support as well as garment and shapewear related resources |
| StopBullying.gov | Resources on preventing and responding to cyberbullying, federal laws related to cyberbullying, and what someone can do if they are being cyberbullied. |
| Money Geek | Financial and social resources for homeless LGBTQ+ youth |
Asexuality
| Ace: What Asexuality Reveals about Desire, Society, and the Meaning of Sex | A book about asexuality in a world driven by sexual attraction |
| ACE Week (formerly Asexual Awareness Week) | An international campaign dedicated to raising awareness and expanding education of asexuality. |
| The Asexual Visibility & Education Network | An online asexual community as well as resources on asexuality |
Bisexuality and Pansexuality
| American Institute of Bisexuality | Resources and frequently asked questions about bisexuality |
| Bisexual Resource Center | An organization that advocates for bisexual visibility and awareness |
| Pansexuality 101 by Everyday Feminism | Information on pansexuality |
| Pansexuality is Perfect Tumblr | A Tumblr on pansexuality including frequently asked questions |
Health, medical providers and other clinical professionals
| WPATH Standards of Care | World Professional Association for Transgender Health (WPATH)’s Standards of Care for health professionals to assist transgender people with “safe and effective pathways to achieving lasting personal comfort with their gendered selves, in order to maximize their overall health, psychological well-being, and self-fulfillment.” |
History on LGBTQ+
| American Psychological Association | History of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender social movements |
| Committee on LGBT History | An affiliated society of the American Historical Association to promote the study of LGBTQ+ history |
| Huffington Post | A section on Huffington Post of articles related to LGBTQ+ history |
| LGBT History Month | Celebrates the achievements of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender icons |
| A Queer History of the United States | A book on LGBTQ+ history from 1492 to the 1990s |
| Stonewall Inn: Through the Years | A post by PBS American Experience on the history of Stonewall Inn in Greenwich Village |
| History is Gay | A podcast that focuses on underappreciated LGBTQ+ folx in history |
| Solitaire | Like card games? Play a game of Solitaire with notable LGBTQ+ historical figures |
Intersex
| Intersex Society of North America | A previous organization that published information on decreasing stigma and shame for intersex individuals |
| Advocates for Intersex Youth | Information and frequently asked questions about intersex including an affirming hospital policy guide |
| US National Library of Medicine | Information on the biological nature of intersex |
Military & Veterans
| Modern Military Association of America | An organization of LGBTQ+ service members, military spouses, veterans, and their families |
| American Veterans for Equal Rights | An organization of service members dedicated to equal rights and equitable treatment for all members of the Armed Forces |
| Knights Out | An association of West Point alumni and allies |
| USNA Out | Organization of LGBTQ Naval Academy alumni and allies |
Religion and LGBTQ+
| The Episcopal Church | The Episcopal Church’s position on LGBTQ+ individuals |
| Human Rights Campaign | Articles on religion and faith as they intersect with LGBTQ+ identities |
| Have a Blessed Gay | A podcast that discusses social norms, current events, mental health, religions, and spirituality from an outcast’s perspective |
| Soul Force | An organization that works to end religious oppression of LGBTQ+ individuals |
| Pew Research Center | Statistics and information on Religion and LGBT Acceptance |
| The NALT Christians Project | A project to affirm LGBT Christians |
Sexual Health and Well-Being
| The Sex School | Educational videos created by sexuality professionals |
| Girl Sex 101 | An educational resource book on female sexuality |
| All About Sexting | An informational guide created to inform individuals about sexting practices |
| Safer Sex for Trans Bodies | Information from the Human Rights Campaign Foundation on safer sex for transgender and gender expansive people, and their partner(s) |
| Ultimate Guide to Sex and Disability | A sex guide for people who live with disabilities, pain, illness, or chronic conditions |
| Autostraddle Love + Sex | Autostraddle is a digital space for lesbians and queer people |
| Food 4 Thot | A Spotify podcast that discusses sex, relationships, race, identity |
| Stevie YouTube Channel | A YouTube channel focusing on lesbian sex tips |
| Ace: What Asexuality Reveals about Desire, Society, and the Meaning of Sex | A book about asexuality in a world driven by sexual attraction |
| Advocate for Informed Choice of Sex Toys | A website created to share knowledge and help individuals understand what items or toys might be best for their own body |
| Queer Sex Ed | A podcast focused on topics related to sex and sex education |
Last updated: 8/20/2022
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