LGBTQIA+
From the Human Rights Campaign, ” ‘We are facing a global public health crisis, and as in all emergencies, the most marginalized are at increased risk,” said HRC President Alphonso David. ‘Many in the LGBTQ community may lack the resources to effectively combat COVID-19, lacking access to paid sick leave or living without health coverage, and are more likely to work in an industry that has been most affected by the pandemic, putting them in greater economic jeopardy or increasing their exposure to the virus. It is also critical to understand the challenges facing the LGBTQ young person who has been sent home from school to face family rejection or the LGBTQ senior who is more likely to be living alone during this crisis.'”
In this section you will find local LGBTQIA+ organizations providing support for adults, families and youth in the Puget Sound Region. Many of the support groups are continuing to hold meetings virtually. Check their website for meeting updates and how to stay connected.
Local Resources
Lambert House is a safe place for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning (LGBTQ) youth ages 11-22. Our calendar is packed with fun activities, support groups, planning meetings, dances, and other events. Lambert House is where LGBTQ youth make life better for each other. The Lambert House staff is working hard to establish confidential, moderated online chat rooms for our Ultra-Violet Girls Group, our Boys Who Like Boys Group, our Trans Youth Group, and our satellite LGBTQ+ youth social support groups in communities across King County. The chat groups are expected to meet at the same times as those groups normally would meet in-person. We hope to have these groups running in April.
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We’re a chapter of PFLAG National, our nation’s oldest LGBTQ advocacy organization and a powerful grassroots network of volunteers. We serve residents of East King County communities, including Bellevue, Redmond, Kirkland, Issaquah, Mercer Island, Sammamish, Bothell, Woodinville, Duvall, Snoqualmie, and Carnation. We are now holding virtual rather than face-to-face meetings, to assure the health and well-being of our community. Members and newcomers are welcome to attend one or both of our virtual March meetings. Our Bothell meeting is 7-9PM on Monday, March 16th and our Bellevue meeting is 7-9PM on Thursday, March 19th. Please continue to check our Facebook wall, where we will keep you up-to-date on our meetings and provide for complete instructions on how to virtually connect to them via Zoom.
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Gender Diversity increases the awareness and understanding of the wide range of gender diversity in children, adolescents, and adults by providing family support, building community, increasing societal awareness, and improving the well-being for people of all gender identities and expressions. Gender Diversity has been hosting regular support groups across the Puget Sound. With trained facilitators, and adjoining kids’ activities, we lead weekly gatherings for parents and families. All new attendees must complete a pre-screening intake call with our Parent Services staff.
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Gay City: Seattle’s LGBTQ Center cultivates access and connections to promote self-determination, liberation and joy in our communities. Gay City Seattle provides services in: Health and Wellness, Arts and Culture, Youth and Education, Resources and Support. By centering the direct needs of LGBTQ youth, the needs of the community can be met. Gay City offers a multitude of youth advocacy and support trainings to create more equitable systems.
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2-1-1 is a free confidential community service and your one-stop connection to the local services you need, from utility assistance, food, housing, health, child care, after school programs, elder care, crisis intervention and much more.
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