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Information & Resources for Gay,
Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender, and "Questioning" (GLBTQ) Youth
("Youth" = Pre-Teens, Teens, and
Young Adults)
Welcome to our all-new
GLBTQ Youth Page -- it
consolidates information from all over our
website
(and beyond!) on a single page.
Now, GLBTQ youth can find what you need fast
and in one place!
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JUST NEED INFO? |
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Try Phoenix's new "Q-Line"!
It's for Phoenix-area GLBTQ youth (& their
families). Just call:
Locally:
480.736.4925 |
Outside Phoenix:
800.5.CRISIS
(800.527.4747) |
The Q-Line is a 24-hour local
hotline for gay, lesbian, bisexual,
transgender, and "questioning" (GLBTQ)
youth, their families & straight
allies. Use this service for crisis
situations as well as for an information
& referral resource on
services/resources available to GLBTQ
youth & their families in the Phoenix
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IN CRISIS? |
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If
you or someone you know is currently 'in crisis',
click here for
24-hour crisis hotline information. |
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Other Crisis Hotlines &
Information:
"Whenever in doubt,
MAKE THE
CALL!" |
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News Briefs:
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Students:
It's Scholarship Season -- Start Your Hunting NOW!
(Posted 12/05/2007) |
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Students:
Scholarship Deadlines are
FAST Approaching!
Feb. 1, 2008 is the application deadline for PFLAG Phoenix
Scholarships!!
(Other scholarships have
different deadlines!)
 Know a
Deserving Student?
Let Them Know!!
There are numerous local and
national scholarships that are available
to graduating GLBT (and in some
instances, straight ally) high school
seniors and college students.
Check out
our partial list here -- but hurry,
deadlines are approaching fast!!
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Sign-up for Anytown
Arizona Summer Student Leadership Camps
(Posted
06/13/2006) |
Click here for details on Anytown Arizona's summer
Student Leadership training camps. GLBTQ youth are
encouraged to participate! You can also call Betty
(602-265-9256) or Tod (602-285-0101) for more information.
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Information &
Resources:
| GLBTQ: Am I Gay?
Lesbian? Bisexual? Transgender? What
If I'm Confused and "Questioning"? |
| Coming Out: Do's,
Don'ts, and More |
| Straight Allies:
How to Support Your GLBTQ Family Member or Friend |
| Faith & Religion:
Things You Should Know |
| Housing:
If You’ve Left Home, Are Thinking of Leaving, or If Your
Parents are Threatening to Throw You Out |
| Parents, Family Members
& Friends: Every GLBTQ Person's Got 'Em; Learn How
to Deal With 'Em |
| Pride: What's It
All About? |
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Rights: Know
Your Rights! |
| Safety: Keeping
Yourself Safe Online, on Dates, and Elsewhere |
| School: Making It
Cool to Stay in School |
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Students: Check here for
scholarships available
to GLBT (& straight) students!! |
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What Are My Legal Rights at
School? Check out the
Schools & Youth section of the ACLU's LGBT Project for answers
to your questions about your rights as a student.
The LGBT Project's Youth & Schools program has a ton
of online information for students, but also for parents, teachers,
and school administrators. Here's how to get around:
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"What's Your Problem?" contains information to help you
better understand your rights, what steps you should take to
fight back, and how we might be able to help
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"Change Your School" gives you the tools you need to make
your school a safer, more welcoming place for lesbian, gay,
bisexual, and transgender students
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"Library" is a huge collection of information about schools
issues for LGBT youth and links to handouts, letters, and legal
briefs from both the ACLU's website and elsewhere on the web
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"Get Help" tells you how to contact us with questions about
experiencing anti-gay discrimination in your school and how to
find out what your rights are under the law
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'Day of Silence' Information
The
Gay, Lesbian and Straight Education Network (GLSEN) sponsors the
annual 'Day of
Silence' in middle and high schools and colleges nationwide.
It is usually held in April of each year.
Some information and resources from the 2008 'Day of
Silence':
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2008's Day of Silence:
Dedicated to the Memory of Lawrence Fobes King, 01/13/1993 -
02/13/2008
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Phoenix-Area
Information:
Day of Silence Resources from GLSEN (Gay, Lesbian, and Straight
Education Network):
The
Phoenix chapter of the Gay, Lesbian and Straight
Education Network develops the awareness, policies and
leadership necessary to ensure that schools are safe and
supportive learning environments for all students,
regardless of sexual orientation or gender
identity/expression. Contact us for more information,
(602)705-9780 or
info@glsenphoenix.org.
Other
Articles/Resources:
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| Talk: Reach Out
and Call (or Email) Someone |
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GLBT National
Youth TALKLINE,
Youth serving
youth through
age 25.
Provides
telephone and
email
peer-counseling,
as well as
factual
information and
local resources
for cities and
towns across the
United States.
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The Gay
& Lesbian
National HOTLINE, Serving callers of all ages (youth & adult).
Provides
telephone and
email
peer-counseling,
as well as
factual
information and
local resources
for cities and
towns across the
United States.
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Youth Guardian
Services
operates four
youth-only email
lists that serve
as a discussion
and support
forum for youth:
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YOUTH13-17
List:
A discussion
and support
list for
GLBTQ youth
who are 17
years old or
younger.
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YOUTH17-21
List:
A discussion
and support
list for
GLBTQ youth
who are
between the
ages of 17
and 21.
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YOUTH21-25
List:
A discussion
and support
list for
GLBTQ youth
who are
between the
ages of 21
and 25.
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STR8 List:
Adiscussion
and support
list for
straight or
questioning
youth (25
years old or
younger) who
have friends
or family
members who
are GLBTQ.
Local GLBTQ
Social/Support Groups:
| 1n10's Youth Groups
(1in10 is the
former Valley of the Sun Gay & Lesbian
Community Center) |
Horizons
 A group designed specifically for
GLBTQ young people
ages 18 to 22. This group serves as a transition from youth to
adulthood, and addresses issues specific to this age group. Meetings are
held weekly. Social activities
are also planned on a regular basis including camping, theater nights, dances,
car washes, and more!
Valley One In Ten (VOIT)
A social and support group for
GLBTQ youth ages 14 to 17. Weekly discussions
focus on sexuality, health issues, suicide, education, drugs, relationships,
peer pressure, family relations, and coming out. Social activities
include BBQs, dances, movies, skate parties, hiking, bowling, volleyball, pool
parties, game nights, museum outings, and much more!
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Other Helpful Information:
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