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Family photo share from Leon Shih

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February 8, 2026 at 11:41 PM
comissourian.bsky.social
The meeting established focused groups on safety, housing, accessibility, and mental health and resources for the LGBTQ+ community.
Student advisory council identifies safety as top priority in first meeting
The meeting established focused groups on safety, housing, accessibility, and mental health and resources for the LGBTQ+ community.
www.columbiamissourian.com
February 8, 2026 at 5:00 PM
haidaprincess.bsky.social
Here's a list of #MentalHealth 📞resources in 🇨🇦 #Canada

Suicide Crisis Helpline 9-8-8

Crisis Services 🇨🇦 #Canada 1-833-456-4566

Kids Help Phone 1-800-668-6868

First Nations - Hope for Wellness 1‑855‑242-3310

National IRS 1-866-925-4419

LGBTQ National Hotline 1-888-843-4564
February 8, 2026 at 4:31 PM
haidaprincess.bsky.social
Here's a list of #MentalHealth 📞resources in 🇨🇦 #Canada

Suicide Crisis Helpline 9-8-8

Crisis Services 🇨🇦 #Canada 1-833-456-4566

Kids Help Phone 1-800-668-6868

First Nations - Hope for Wellness 1‑855‑242-3310

National IRS 1-866-925-4419

LGBTQ National Hotline 1-888-843-4564
February 7, 2026 at 4:25 PM
161bklyn.bsky.social
They are very anti-LGBTQ.

www.splcenter.org/resources/ha...
IRF Summit Sponsor Danube Institute Has Hungarian Hard-Right Ties
In recent years, U.S.-based hate and extremist groups have refocused their efforts on building international partnerships.
www.splcenter.org
February 7, 2026 at 2:31 PM
aster.is.bi
meme adaptado da charge de Andy Warner, "Hello, Human Resources", com título "Know the work rules", mostra o primeiro quadro nomeado "Appropriate" com uma bandeira LGBTQ+ e balão de fala escrito "GAY", ao lado uma mulher reagindo positivamente com "Aww, you're sweet.". O segundo quadro nomeado "Inappropriate" mostra símbolo feminino e masculino tradicional de banheiros com balão de fala escrito "HETERO", ao lado a mulher parece consternada exclamando ao telefone fixo: "Hello, human resourcers?!".
February 7, 2026 at 1:10 AM
davecooperphoto.bsky.social
Perhaps it is time to truly protect our world's children by making it impossible for individuals to become so powerful and wealthy. The LGBTQ+ population has always been a scapegoat for the crimes of the rich. After all, they are a small community with no real resources to defend themselves, 11/?
February 6, 2026 at 7:06 PM
thegvaa.bsky.social
GVAA is proud to partner with Actor Jackpot by donating our GVAA Script Library. Created by Brian Patacca, Actor Jackpot offers 25+ FREE resources from top industry experts—and every sign-up supports LGBTQ+ youth.

Sign up here 🔗 bit.ly/SDJackpot
February 6, 2026 at 7:00 PM
haidaprincess.bsky.social
Here's a list of #MentalHealth 📞resources in 🇨🇦 #Canada

Suicide Crisis Helpline 9-8-8

Crisis Services 🇨🇦 #Canada 1-833-456-4566

Kids Help Phone 1-800-668-6868

First Nations - Hope for Wellness 1‑855‑242-3310

National IRS 1-866-925-4419

LGBTQ National Hotline 1-888-843-4564
February 6, 2026 at 4:23 PM
paxgeoffrey.bsky.social
My LGBTQ & Queer folks may find this list of resources useful. If you have any suggestions to add please reach out!

chrysalis1witchesjourney.blog/resources-fu...
LGBTQ+ / Queer Resources
Things are scary right now. I’m a Gen X man who grew up as a gay kid in the 80s, & was a young Gay adult in the 90s when I started getting involved in the community & in activism. I a…
chrysalis1witchesjourney.blog
February 6, 2026 at 3:33 PM
wilsoncruz.bsky.social
“Informed by the needs of LGBTQ+ youth, allies, educators, and advocates, our redesigned website takes a new approach tailored to inspire action and connection. Now, it is easier than ever to reach out to your local chapter, find or start a GSA, and quickly find the resources and research you need.
Homepage - GLSEN
Championing LGBTQ+ issues in K-12 education. Together we can transform our nation's schools into the safe and affirming environment all youth deserve.
glisten.org
February 6, 2026 at 3:05 PM
jazzrat2000.bsky.social
Just attended a wonderful equality FL webinar dealing with becoming an LGBTQ activist. 2 hours of solid training and lots of links and resources.
February 6, 2026 at 12:49 AM
haidaprincess.bsky.social
Here's a list of #MentalHealth 📞resources in 🇨🇦 #Canada

Suicide Crisis Helpline 9-8-8

Crisis Services 🇨🇦 #Canada 1-833-456-4566

Kids Help Phone 1-800-668-6868

First Nations - Hope for Wellness 1‑855‑242-3310

National IRS 1-866-925-4419

LGBTQ National Hotline 1-888-843-4564
February 5, 2026 at 4:24 PM
latestsportsnews.bsky.social
Premier League launches Pride initiative

Education New LGBTQ+ inclusion education resources are being launched this month for children and young people taking part in community programmes including Premier League Primary Stars, Premier League Kicks and Premier League Inspires. The resources are…
Premier League launches Pride initiative
Education New LGBTQ+ inclusion education resources are being launched this month for children and young people taking part in community programmes including Premier League Primary Stars, Premier League Kicks and Premier League Inspires. The resources are designed to develop practical skills and spark meaningful conversation on topics including respectful language and how to support the LGBTQ+ community by being a good ally.
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February 5, 2026 at 9:38 AM
haidaprincess.bsky.social
Here's a list of #MentalHealth 📞resources in 🇨🇦 #Canada

Suicide Crisis Helpline 9-8-8

Crisis Services 🇨🇦 #Canada 1-833-456-4566

Kids Help Phone 1-800-668-6868

First Nations - Hope for Wellness 1‑855‑242-3310

National IRS 1-866-925-4419

LGBTQ National Hotline 1-888-843-4564
February 4, 2026 at 4:24 PM
ket.bsky.social
i forgot this but just like the other rich ratfink ag/govs posturing about protecting trans people to dumbfuck and/or planted and/or bought media stenographers and/or lgb org galas while actually doing nothing, of course this dude said the line bart two months ago lmao
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CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY CENTRAL KNOW YOUR RIGHTS Gender Affirming Care Note: The information on this web page is for informational purposes only and is not legal advice. The California Attorney General does not represent individuals in legal matters. You may consider consulting an attorney to better understand your rights. California Anti-Discrimination Laws California Civil Code section 1798.301 provides that "gender-affirming healthcare services, and gender-affirming mental healthcare services are rights secured by the Constitution and laws of California." The Legislature further provided that "[i]nterference with these rights... is against the public policy of California." (Ibid.) California law prohibits discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity, gender expression, and transgender status, in healthcare services and coverage. Healthcare providers and insurers covered by California law cannot discriminate against a patient for being any of the following: transgender, a person diagnosed with gender dysphoria, nonbinary, gender nonconforming, or intersex.¹ The Right to Medical Treatment Under California law, gender-affirming care is defined as "medically necessary healthcare that respects the gender identity of the patient, as experienced and defined by the patient." In California, you have the right to receive medically necessary gender-affirming care or any other medically necessary healthcare without discrimination regardless of your sex, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, diagnosis of gender dysphoria, or intersex status.³ For all healthcare, you have the right to receive: The emergency healthcare you need to determine if you have an emergency medical condition, as well as the emergency healthcare you need to relieve or eliminate that emergency medical condition, provided the hospital has the personnel and facilities to provide such healthcare. If the hospital does not have the p… Obligations of Insurers and Healthcare Plans Insurers and healthcare plans covered by California law are prohibited from denying an individual a plan contract, health insurance policy, or coverage for a benefit included in the contract or policy, based on a person's sex. This includes medically necessary gender-affirming care for gender dysphoria. Insurers and healthcare plans must also cover medically necessary treatment for gender dysphoria as part of the requirement to cover behavioral health conditions under California law. This includes all services identified in the most recent edition of the World Professional Association for Transgender Health (WPATH) Standards of Care.8 If an in-network provider is unavailable to provide services according to the geographic and timely access standards, the insurer must arrange for an out-of-network provider to provide the services." While insurers can deny coverage on a case-by-case basis, they must provide a reason and instructions on how to file a grievance to appeal the denial. 10 If your health plan or insurer refuses to cover certain services related to gender-affirming care, you should contact the California Department of Managed Health Care or the California Department of Insurance. Contact information for these departments is located at the end of this document. You may also want to consult a lawyer or patient advocate. An insurance company shall not terminate or refuse to issue or renew professional liability insurance or increase the premium or deductible for healthcare providers based solely on their provision of gender-affirming care, including based on any legal action taken against the provider by another state for providing such care. 11 California Shield Law and other Protections for Patients and Providers California protects individuals and families accessing gender-affirming care in our state from other states' investigation and prosecution through a series of "shield laws." Shield laws are legal prot… State and local law enforcement are generally prohibited from arresting or assisting with extraditing anyone in connection with lawfully providing, facilitating, or receiving gender-affirming care in California, 13 State and local law enforcement employees and entities are prohibited from cooperating with, providing information to, or using public resources to aid investigations or proceedings related to providing gender-affirming care in California. 14 A subpoena may not be issued if it is based on violation of another state's laws that interfere with the right to allow a child to receive gender-affirming healthcare, or if the state subpoena would require the disclosure of gender-affirming healthcare services related to another state's civil action penalizing that care. 15 A person may institute a civil action for injunctive, monetary, or other appropriate relief against someone who engages in abusive litigation that infringes on or interferes with gender-affirming care in California. 16 Healthcare practitioners are also protected from: Denial of application for licensure or suspension, revocation, or other discipline based on the performance, recommendation, or provision of gender-affirming care by medical boards that certify health professionals. 17 Denial or restriction of staff privileges based on any out-of-state action against a healthcare practitioner for providing gender-affirming care. 18 Privacy Protections Under the federal Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and California privacy laws, you have the right to keep your medical records and history private." Healthcare providers, health plans, and insurance companies cannot share your personal health information (PHI) with anyone, except in limited circumstances.20 the subpoena would require the disclosure of gender-affirming healthcare services related to another state's civil action penalizing that care). 13 Pen. Code, § 13778.3; see also id. at § 1334.2, subd. (f) (judg… Additional Protections California's Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Long-Term Care Facility Residents Bill of Rights. prohibits discrimination against individuals in long-term care facilities based on their actual or perceived sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or HIV status. 21 California requires that foster youth, including transgender, nonbinary, intersex, and gender expansive youth in foster care, have access to medically necessary gender-affirming care, including gender-affirming mental healthcare, based on prevailing standards of care. 22 Transgender and intersex youth detained in California juvenile facilities have the right to have access to medical and behavioral health providers qualified to provide care and treatment to transgender and intersex youth.23 Additional Resources California has a number of resources for transgender people and the broader LGBTQ+ community: California Department of Justice's Health Equity and Civil Rights webpage California Department of Justice's LGBTQ+ Discrimination Rights webpage Transgender, Gender Diverse, and Intersex (TGI) Inclusive Care Act California Department of Health Care Services' Medi-Cal State Inmate Program and Medi-Cal County Inmate Program webpage California Civil Rights Department's The Rights of Employees Who Are Transgender or Gender Nonconforming fact sheet California Department of Insurance's Equal Access to Health Insurance: Coverage for Transgender Californians webpage California Department of Managed Health Care's TGI Care webpage 21 Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Long-Term Care Facility Residents' Bill of Rights, Health & Saf. Code, §§ 1439.50- 1439.54; Cal. Code Regs., tit. 22, § 72517. 22 Welf. & Inst. Code, § 16001.9, subd. (a)(22)(A); Welf. & Inst. Code, § 16010.2, subd. (b)(1). 23 Cal. Code Regs., tit. 15, § 1352.5(b). California Department of Justice Office of the Attorney General
February 4, 2026 at 10:40 AM
rinewithoutacat.bsky.social
Bill C-12—Canada's newest anti-migrant bill–is being discussed in Senate on Feb 4.

I tried to make an explanatory comic but I couldn't for reasons heavy and not, so here are four badly-designed slides to convince you to take action now.

migrantrights.ca/actionslist/...
Cancel permits for entire groups of migrants. The Minister of Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship would be able to cancel or suspend permits and applications based on “public interest”­—without safeguards. This could mean a sudden loss of legal status for migrants, done without notice. Disproportionately harm LGBTQ+ refugee claimants. C-12 puts a one year limit (backdated to June 2020!) after entering Canada on when someone can be referred to the Immigration and Refugee Board. For migrants who might come out over time, this would mean little protection—even if they would face persecution in their home country. Share migrants’ sensitive data across the government. With few limits, the government would be able to share information—like a change in gender identity or change in immigration status. This would be done without safeguards or checks, like if sharing this information is necessary. Signal a blatant, costly federal government overreach. C-12 is not in line with international human rights law—and the federal government knows there will be challenges! If passed, migrants’ rights groups will have to spend resources fighting against an unjust law. Your tax dollars would defend C-12 while the most precarious would struggle in the meantime.
February 4, 2026 at 7:04 AM
thebookwyrmshoard2.bsky.social
Please, please make sure that you are supporting the LGBTQ+ kids in your life. Make sure those who dont have supportive families near you know of resources both locally and nationally to assist them.
February 4, 2026 at 1:53 AM
wendylrouse.bsky.social
Responses and resistance to these erasures by LGBTQ+ scholars @lgbtqhistorya.bsky.social:

lgbtq-ha.org/resources/un...
UnErased Resources | LGBTQ+ History Association
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February 3, 2026 at 8:06 PM
apublicaffair.bsky.social
🎙️Host Dana Pellebon speaks with SkyeGia Garcia and DaMonte January about the Everstrong program at OutReach LGBTQ+ Community Center that provides resources for 17-24 year-olds who are at risk of experiencing homelessness.

Listen here: www.wortfm.org/everstrong-h...
Everstrong Housing Program Sets Up Youth for Success - WORT-FM 89.9
On today’s show, host Dana Pellebon is in conversation with SkyeGia Garcia and DaMontae January who work for OutReach LGBTQ+ Community Center.
www.wortfm.org
February 3, 2026 at 8:00 PM
acvalens.com
Absolutely, although it ultimately explains why the comment section is doomed to fail without proper resources. Just another area for awful people to harass journalists of color, women in media, LGBTQ writers, and so on
February 3, 2026 at 6:54 PM
transepiscopal.bsky.social
Not knowing the context, it’s hard to be specific, but we have resources on our TransEpiscopal website (link in pinned post), and you can also try the LGBTQ+ landing page of the Episcopal Church: www.episcopalchurch.org/organization.... Lots of links from there. ⚓️
LGBTQ+
Trouble viewing? Click to view stream mirror. ON THIS PAGE For decades, LGBTQ+ Episcopalians and allies have worked to make The Episcopal Church a place of belonging and inclusion. We have prayed, stu...
www.episcopalchurch.org
February 3, 2026 at 6:18 PM
jaywillis.net
The front page Hachette Book Group website, which just announced it will publish Sam Alito's book this fall, is all about condemning bans on kids' books that discuss LGBTQ identity—the same books that Alito's majority opinion in Mahmoud v Taylor is scrubbing from classrooms across the country
So Ordered An Originalist’s View of the Constitution, the Court, and Our Country So Ordered Open the full-size image Contributors By Justice Samuel A. Alito Jr. Formats and Prices On Sale Oct 6, 2026 Page Count 320 pages Publisher Basic Liberty ISBN-13 9781541608252 Price $30.00 Format: Hardcover $30.00 ebook $16.99 Audiobook Download (Unabridged) $27.99 Buy from Other Retailers: Amazon Barnes & Noble Books-A-Million Bookshop Target Walmart Description Justice Samuel A. Alito elaborates on his judicial philosophy and reflects on the roles of the law, the Constitution, and the courts in preserving America’s spirit of liberty Banned and Challenged Books Join us in the fight against censorship by picking up these frequently banned and challenged books. Across the US, books are being banned from classrooms and libraries, denying young people access to stories that broaden their understanding of the world. Hachette Book Group stands with our authors and illustrators, and with educators and librarians as we fight to protect the freedom to read, one of the most important foundations of a free society. Read Banned Books. Read freely. Think freely. Speak freely. Learn more about Hachette Book Group’s banned and challenged books below and find important resources for readers and authors about book bans. Bestsellers Honors & Distinctions Classics Gender Studies History Science Fiction & Fantasy Young Adult Middle Grade Children’s Books Join Us in The Fight Against Censorship
February 3, 2026 at 5:10 PM
haidaprincess.bsky.social
Here's a list of #MentalHealth 📞resources in 🇨🇦 #Canada

Suicide Crisis Helpline 9-8-8

Crisis Services 🇨🇦 #Canada 1-833-456-4566

Kids Help Phone 1-800-668-6868

First Nations - Hope for Wellness 1‑855‑242-3310

National IRS 1-866-925-4419

LGBTQ National Hotline 1-888-843-4564
February 3, 2026 at 4:24 PM
ioe.bsky.social
It's LGBT+ History Month 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

This year's theme celebrates the contributions of LGBTQ+ people within science and innovation.

Discover a round-up of events and resources and submit your book recs 👇
https://www.ucl.ac.uk/news/2026/jan/lgbt-history-month-2026-ucl
LGBT+ History Month 2026 at UCL
February is LGBT+ History Month. This year’s theme is Science and Innovation – read on for a round-up of events, activities and ways to get involved at UCL.
www.ucl.ac.uk
February 3, 2026 at 11:23 AM