glbtq info+resources
issues+organizing
The GLBT National Help Center: This organization is dedicated to meeting the needs of the gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender (GLBT) community and those questioning their sexual orientation and gender identity. They sponsor a GLBT National Hotline at: Toll-free 1-888-THE-GLNH (1-888-843-4564).
MassEquality: MassEquality is the leading statewide grassroots advocacy organization working to ensure that everyone across Massachusetts can thrive from cradle to grave without discrimination and oppression based on sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. The website offers many ways to stay informed and get involved.
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The 100 Best(?) Lesbian and Gay Novels: The Association of Lesbians and Gay Men in Publishing (a.k.a. The Publishing Triangle) offers their selection of "the best lesbian and gay novels of all time." They also include the top choices of visitors to their website.
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Iris, a new magazine for LGBTQ+ teens: Iris features new fiction for teens (roughly, ages 14-17) with an LGBTQAI slant. The magazine offers engaging, transporting, challenging stories that offer a breath of fresh air in the young adult literary market. A great resources for readers and writers!
Stonewall Award-Winning Books: The first and most enduring award for GLBT books, The Stonewall Award is sponsored by the American Library Association's Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, and Transgender Round Table
Stonewall Award-Winning Books: The first and most enduring award for GLBT books, The Stonewall Award is sponsored by the American Library Association's Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, and Transgender Round Table
science
Queer Scientists of Historical Note: This list was compiled by the National Organization of Gay and Lesbian Scientists and Technical professionals, NOGLSTP.
Coming Out At The Lab: In "Queer Science," LGBT scientists discuss coming out at work and other career issues.
Coming Out At The Lab: In "Queer Science," LGBT scientists discuss coming out at work and other career issues.
mathematics
Who Was Alan Turing?: Learn about the gay English mathematician, wartime code-breaker and pioneer of computer science.
oSTEM: oSTEM is a national society dedicated to educating and fostering leadership for LGBTQA communities in the STEM fields.
oSTEM: oSTEM is a national society dedicated to educating and fostering leadership for LGBTQA communities in the STEM fields.
sports
Be a Game Changer: Game Changers are people who are taking action to make sports and physical education safe and respectful for LGBT students. Game Changers can be students, athletes, coaches, teachers, parents, athletic administrators, fans or anyone connected to sports and physical education.
If you are a Game Changer or you know a story about someone who is changing the game at your school, tell us about it in a short video. Click to Learn How You Can Participate.
Black Legends and Leaders of LGBT Sports: The National Black Justice Coalition (NBJC) partnered with Athlete Ally to launch a list honoring lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and intersex (LGBTQI) leaders of color in sports.
If you are a Game Changer or you know a story about someone who is changing the game at your school, tell us about it in a short video. Click to Learn How You Can Participate.
Black Legends and Leaders of LGBT Sports: The National Black Justice Coalition (NBJC) partnered with Athlete Ally to launch a list honoring lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and intersex (LGBTQI) leaders of color in sports.
history
The History Project: Boston's own History Project has the following mission: "To document and preserve the history of Boston's LGBT community, and to share that information with the public." Check out the many online exhibitions and resources.
As They Are: Two Spirits In Two Worlds: A documentary about the Two Spirit culture among Native Americans historically and today. Produced by USC students under the Department of Anthropology and the Institute for Multimedia Literacy
Latino LGBTQ Timeline:This timeline was created by the Latino LGBT History Project. Check out the rest of their site, too!
History Quiz: Test your knowledge of LGBT history with this quiz, prepared by PFLAG of Westchester County.
As They Are: Two Spirits In Two Worlds: A documentary about the Two Spirit culture among Native Americans historically and today. Produced by USC students under the Department of Anthropology and the Institute for Multimedia Literacy
Latino LGBTQ Timeline:This timeline was created by the Latino LGBT History Project. Check out the rest of their site, too!
History Quiz: Test your knowledge of LGBT history with this quiz, prepared by PFLAG of Westchester County.