There have been great strides in improving inclusivity in sexual health programming, but gaps still exist for individuals who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, questioning/queer or other sexual orientations or identities (LGBTQIA2S+). Critical disparities still exist among transgender people of color, Native American Two-Spirit (2S) people, and people with intersex traits.

This video offers the perspectives of LGBTQIA2S+ cis- and transgender young people of color as they were asked how to better meet their needs through evidence-based programming and interventions. Here are some of the topics discussed:

1. What are topics you wished were covered in sexual health programming?
2. What would you like parents, caregivers, and youth-serving individuals to know about well-being and mental health and how to offer support?
3. How can youth-serving providers make sexual health programming more inclusive for LGBTQIA2S+ youth?

The accompanying tool provides reflection prompts and resources for youth-serving providers to assess current practices and gain insights into ways to create an inclusive environment that enables youth to feel informed and safe to participate fully in class discussions.