Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Resources: Recommended websites
LGBTQ+ websites
- Grand Rapids Pride CenterLists programs at the Center, LGBTQ business directory, Pride Festival info, Library books, resources in MI, and more.
- Grand Rapids LGBTQ+ Healthcare ConsortiumAims to address healthcare disparities in the Grand Rapids area, e.g., Search by specialty to find an LGBTQ+ friendly healthcare provider.
- Human Rights CampaignCareer info, equality indexes, employer database, issues, news
- MAP: Movement Advancement ProjectState-by-state data, issues, & policies to help speed equality for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people.
- Best Places to Work for LGBTQ Equality 2022Corporate Equality Index: businesses that met all the criteria to earn a 100 percent rating.
- Out & Equal Workplace AdvocatesHelps LGBTQ people thrive & supports organizations creating a culture of belonging for all via: online and on-site training, etc.
- CatalystHelps to build workplaces geared toward diversity with info, employee/er tools, reports, trainings, etc.
- Lambda LegalLegal policy advocacy: updates on current cases, workplace rights information, & best LGBT employment practices for companies
- National Center for Lesbian Rights (NCLR)Legislation, policy, & education about the civil rights of LGBT people
- Gay & Lesbian Medical Association (GMLA)Health professionals advancing LGBTQ equality.
- Not another second: LGBT+ Seniors share their storyVideos, photos, and text tell the stories of LGBT+ seniors and explore the years they lost due to societal constraints.
The project acknowledges the sacrifices and contributions of these seniors, celebrates their beauty and bravery and empowers them to share their words of wisdom with younger generations. - I'm Here. I'm Queer. What the Hell do I read?Lee Wind blogs for anyone interested in YA books with LGBTQ characters and themes.
- ReQueered TalesGay and lesbian mystery, detective, and suspense fiction books that give insights into the gay world of the 1960s, ’70s, ’80s and ’90s.
Transgender-specific websites
- Grand Rapids Trans FoundationIf you’re a Trans person in MI, get a scholarship to help with education-related expenses while enrolled in college in Kent County, MI.
- National Center for Transgender EqualityInfo on issues, rights, & more!
- Transgender Resources from the Human Rights CampaignProvides resources for transgender and non-binary people, & educates the public about the transgender community.
- Gender SpectrumResources to create inclusive environments for gender-diverse children & teens, their families, teachers, & health providers.
- Transgender Law CenterActivists focus on helping transgender and gender-nonconforming people thrive & fight for liberation.
Legal news/Laws
- LGBTQ+ Americans Fight Back: A Guidebook for ActionDetail most significant laws impacting LGBTQ+ people across the country; includes more links to data
- Last Updated: Feb 14, 2024 11:51 AM
- URL: https://libguides.gvsu.edu/lgbt