LGBTQIA+ Resources
Gender-based violence affects individuals of all identities, encompassing the entire gender continuum and those of every sexual orientation. Below is a list of resources curated for the LGBTQIA+ community of survivors and allies.
LGBTQIA+ Community & Gender-Based Violence
- Sexual Assault and the LGBTQ Community – Human Rights Campaign
- LGBTQ Survivors of Sexual Violence – RAINN
- Relationship Abuse Among LGBTQIA* Communities written by a survivor who works for the One Love Foundation
- Forge Short for “For Ourselves: Reworking Gender Expression,” is an organization dedicated to serving transgender and gender nonconforming survivors of gender-based violence from a trauma-informed, research-based, and empowerment-focused lens. Their work involves providing healing resources, reforming systems, and educating providers on quality and inclusive services for survivors. Below are a few of their resources for survivors and their support networks.
- Self-Help Guide to Healing and Understanding for Transgender Survivors of Sexual Violence
- Let’s Talk About It: A Transgender Survivor’s Guide to Accessing Therapy
- Safety Planning Guide for Transgender & Gender Nonconforming Individuals Experiencing Intimate Partner Violence
- Trans Survivors of Gender-Based Violence – Rights to VAWA-Funded Services
- Guide for Supporting Transgender Survivors of Sexual Violence
Healthy Sexuality
- The Many Elements of Comprehensive Sexuality: Meet the Sexualitree by Sam Killermann
- The Genderbread Person, Version 4 by Sam Killermann
- Gender Unicorn
Resources for Support in Trauma Recovery and Healthy Sexuality
- National Hotlines & Organizations
- Local Hotlines & Organizations
- Safe Connections
- SQSH – St. Louis Queer+ Support Helpline
- Metro Trans Umbrella Group (MTUG) – local St. Louis organization bringing together the transgender community
