Pride Month is a time to celebrate the diverse identities within the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Questioning, Intersex, Asexual and Two-Spirit (LGBTQIA2S+) community and their impact on history. 

Despite ongoing efforts to address disparities, LGBTQIA2S+ youth continue to face unique challenges and social stigma—such as discrimination, harassment, or violence—which can put them at increased risk for negative health outcomes. Thus, we must work towards creating affirming and supportive environments to improve the health and well-being of LGBTQIA2S+ youth. 

Together, let’s empower LGBTQIA2S+ youth and help them thrive!

Get Involved: 

• Learn more about how to create inclusive spaces for LGBTQIA2S+ youth, address their needs in sexual health programming, and more through our tailored resources related to LGBTQIA2S+ youth.
• Explore the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) list of tools and resources on supporting LGBTQIA2S+ youth.
• View CDC’s brief for educators on creating safe schools for LGBTQIA2S+ youth and self-assessment tool.
• Familiarize yourself with the terms associated with sexual and gender identities.