Resources

Our queer ancestors have left us with a legacy of resilience, hope, and radical love.
Here are some words from them to carry us through difficult times:

"Caring for myself is not self-indulgence, it is self-preservation, and that is an act of political warfare." 

—Audre Lorde

Let this remind us to honor our own well-being as essential to the work we do in the world.

"We have to be visible. We should not be ashamed of who we are.
We have to show the world that we are numerous.” 

—Sylvia Rivera

In every moment, our existence and authenticity are acts of defiance, strength, and visibility.

“No pride for some of us without liberation for all of us.” 

—Marsha P. Johnson

In the face of challenges, may we keep striving for a world that holds space for all

—especially the most marginalized among us.

In honor of those who came before us and those who will follow, the Coalition will continue to hold space, offer support, and advocate. We are deeply grateful to be in community with each of you—today, every day, and especially during times like these.

The 988 Lifeline

• • Call: 988

  • Text: 988

Trans Lifeline

• • Call: 1-877-565-8860 (USA)

  • 877-330-6366 (Canada)

  • Support by and for transgender folks

SAGE LGBT Elder Hotline

• • Call: 1-888-234-SAGE (7243)

  • Peer support for LGBTQ+ elders and older adults

The Trevor Project

• • Call: 1-866-488-7386

  • Text: “TREVOR” to 1-202-304-1200

  • TrevorChat: thetrevorproject.org

  • Peer support for LGBTQ+ youth

The LGBT National Hotline

• • Call: 1-888-843-4564

  • Peer support for all ages

Call Blackline: 

• • Call: 800-604-5841

  • Centers BI&POC, LGBTQ+ Black Femme Lens

Wildflower Alliance Peer Support Line:

• • Call: 888-407-4515

  • Trained peer supporters

StrongHearts Native Helpline:

• • Call: 844-762-8483

  • Centering Native Americans & Alaska Natives

Thrive Lifeline: 

• • Call: 313-662-8209

  • Trans-led and operated

Coping with Intense Emotions Around the Presidential Election - The Trevor Project

Supporting Black LGBTQ+ Youth Mental Health - The Trevor Project

Self-Care Guide for LGBTQ+ Young People - The Trevor Project

Distress Tolerance Skills

Emotional Regulation Skills

Interpersonal Effectiveness Skills (for communicating with friends, family, loved ones, and community members across the political spectrum, if these are conversations you want to have)

Tips for Protesting Peacefully and Safely - Human Rights Campaign

Protect Your Protest - Right to Protest

How to Protest Safely (in-person & virtual) - Natural Resources Defense Council