Support Sites
Are you looking for support? Do you know someone who could use some direction? Here is a list of GLBT Support Websites that covers not only the metropolitan area, but also the greater state of Minnesota. It’s a small sample of what’s available out there once you start looking. Of particular note are the college and university websites for GLBT resources–not only are they great for the students, but they are a wealth of information for members of the GLBT community in the area of the schools as well. Explore. Find each other. Support.
OutFront Minnesota
Leading Minnesota Toward LGBT Equality. Website is a wealth of support information for jobs, LGBT organizations, friendly places of worship, or help in coming out and covers resources across the entire state. Minneapolis, MN • www.outfront.org
Gay Lesbian Bisexual Transgender Services at the University of Minnesota Duluth
Trans Youth Support Network
The Trans Youth Support Network is a partnership of youth and community members working together to support trans youth in Minnesota. Minneapolis, MN • www.transyouthsupportnetwork.org
Gay & Lesbian Youth Services
Supporting the gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and questioning youth of Southeastern Minnesota since 1992 in a confidential and nonjudgmental atmosphere that allows them to be themselves. Rochester, MN • www.glysmn.org
St. Cloud OUT
Provides solidarity and support to area GLBTA organizations, foster communication among the various groups, support initiatives undertaken by members of the GLBTA community. St. Cloud, MN • www.stcloudout.org
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender Center at Mankato State University
The LGBT Resource Center for the Seven Rivers Region
Fosters understanding and builds connections on issues related to sexual orientation and gender identity to the 7 Rivers Region through education, events, and programming. LaCrosse, WI • www.7riverslgbt.org
GLBT in Recovery
Created to aid the recovery community in staying clean and sober. Coordinates awareness and education about recovery in the GLBT community and provide clean and sober social events. Minneapolis, MN (and other locations) • www.glbtinrecovery.com
The Family Partnership
Through counseling, education programs and advocacy, they support families in need and empower them to solve problems. Extensive listing of GLBT family support organizations and resources. Minneapolis, MN • www.thefamilypartnership.org (GLBT Links)
Gay Lesbian Community Services of Southeast Minnesota
Creates a sense of community and promotes education and social activities aimed at furthering the social, emotional, and physical well-being and development of the GLBT community in the Red River Valley. Moorhead, MN • www.pridecollective.com
RECLAIM
RECLAIM aims to increase access to mental health support so LGBT youth may reclaim their lives from oppression in all its forms. Minneapolis, MN • www.reclaim-lgbtyouth.org
