Resources
The need in the Black lgbtq+ community is apparent. Keeping in line with our goal to keep communities members safe we are providing the following resource information.
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The Chapin Directory is a detailed list of Chicago support resources
The directory provides information on essentials needs such as housing, employment, food, shelter and medical services.
www.childrenserviceschicago.com › Chapin_Directory
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Community Resource Guide.
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LGBTQ+ Resources
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AFC brings together service providers and funders to develop systems that meet the needs of those living with HIV/AIDS and to maximize the use of scarce resources.
312-922-2322
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The Broadway Youth Center is a program of Howard Brown Health Center and its community partners, offering comprehensive services to youth, ages 12-24 including a safe space for young people experiencing homelessness.
773.388.1600 ext 9
https://www.translifeline.org/hotline
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Chicago House provides permanent, community-based housing,
supportive services, and prevention outreach to individuals and
families struggling with HIV and AIDS. Many come to Chicago House with the added burdens of poverty, homelessness, substance abuse, and mental illness, as well as the need for job skills and training.
773-248-5200
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The Civil Rights Agenda fights for individual rights. It was established to continue the fight for equal rights and guarantee equal protection and treatment for all.
(773) 235-8852
info@jointcra.org
http://jointcra.org
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Trans Life Line
Trans Lifeline is a trans-led organization that connects trans people to the members of the trans community, that offer support and information regarding resources they need to survive and thrive.
877-565-8860
The Night Ministry’s overnight youth shelter is open from 9 p.m. until 9 a.m.
773-784-9000
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Equality Illinois builds a better Illinois by advancing equal treatment and social justice through education, advocacy and protection of the rights of the LGBT community.
773-477-7173
http://www.equalityillinois.us
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Lambda Legal's Help desk provides information and resources relating to discrimination based on sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, and HIV status.
312-663-4413
https://www.lambdalegal.org/helpdesk
https://www.lambdalegal.org/states-regions/illinois
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Transformative Justice Law Project
The Transformative Justice Law Project of Illinois (TJLP) is a collective of radical lawyers, social workers, activists, and community organizers who are deeply committed to prison abolition, transformative justice, and gender self-determination.
(773) 272-1822
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The Trevor Project — Saving Young LGBTQ Lives
Trained counselors are there to support you 24/7. If you are a young person in crisis, feeling suicidal, or in need of a safe and judgment-free place to talk, call the Trevor Lifeline now at 1-866-488-7386. The Trevor Project also offers Trevor Chat, Trevor Text, Trevor Space and Trevor Support Center.
1-866-488-7386
https://www.thetrevorproject.org
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The LGBTQ+ community is diverse and strong, but may be disproportionately at-risk for suicidal feelings and other mental health struggles because of the discrimination and prejudice they too often are up against. Call 1-800-273-8255 for help now.
1-800-273-8255
https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/help-yourself/lgbtq/
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