Guest Blog: The Key to Queer Euphoria
March 25, 2022
A’liya Spinner writes about the moment that changed her life and forced him to acknowledge she was living in gender denial.
Blog
Read more about what’s going on in the world and in the minds of LGBTQ+ youth.
Texas “Can’t Control Our Voices”
March 20, 2022
Read their speeches: 14-year-old Youth Voice Elliot and their mom talk about trans youth at SXSW in Texas.
Celebrate Trans Stories With Us
March 19, 2022
Get inspired and encouraged by some incredible standing up and speaking out for trans youth.
Guest Blog: “Being Trans is Brilliant”
March 18, 2022
Mac Allen writes about the haircut that changed his life and the special moments politicians won’t ever be able to take away!
Youth Voices React: Anti LGBTQ+ Bills
March 9, 2022
Youth Voices react to anti-LGBTQ+ legislation plus their tips for fighting back while taking care of yourself.
A Letter to LGBTQ+ Youth
The It Gets Better Project is making sure people don’t just say “gay”, they celebrate it… and celebrate YOU!
Teen Vogue Chat: Supporting LGBTQ+ Students
February 23, 2022
Watch the convo: Zaya Wade, Amy Schneider + Youth Voices’ Zach Koung talk LGBTQ+ youth in schools.
A Love Letter From Our Youth Voices | Youth Voice Zine Issue 002
February 14, 2022
Issue 002 of our Youth Voices Zine is here! This time around, celebrate Valentine’s Day with us.
Book Bans and the Students Speaking Out
February 9, 2022
From USA Today: Why there is a new wave of book bans and what that means for LGBTQ+ students.
Black History Month Spotlight
February 3, 2022
We’ve got activist spotlights, TikTok fun facts, recources , video content and more amplifying Black LGBTQ+ stories.
What Are the Stories That Need to Be Told?
January 24, 2022
A star-studded lineup of queer creators discuss what LGBTQ+ stories they still want to see in film and on TV.
Customizable Pronouns Coming to The Sims 4
January 19, 2022
The It Gets Better Project works with The Sims 4 to make it more inclusive. Watch here!
Youth Voices: We Made a Zine!
November 12, 2021
See collections of art, poetry, musings, photos, and more from our Youth Voices for Trans Awareness Week.
50 States. 50 Grants. 5000 Voices.
November 10, 2021
We’re giving grants of up to $10K to at least one middle and/or high school in every state.
Teen Resource Guide
October 10, 2021
The It Gets Better Project partnered with Clean & Clear® for a brand new National Coming Out Day resource guide!
Queer History Heroes You Need to Know
October 1, 2021
Meet the queer heroes who were fighting for LGBTQ+ civil rights long before Stonewall.
Youth Voices – Class of 2022
September 10, 2021
The It Gets Better Project, through It Gets Better EDU, is proud to present Youth Voices – Class of 2022. These exceptional young people have partnered with our organization to offer their unique stories and words of advice to other LGBTQ+ youth around the globe. They are students, artists, and activists who are working toContinue reading “Youth Voices – Class of 2022”
LGBTQ+ Comic Book Heroes!
August 6, 2021
Check out the new batch of comics from the students at Otis College of Art and Design!
Better Pride 2021
June 9, 2021
Celebrate Pride 2021 with the It Gets Better Project’s incredible brand partners!
How to Uplift AAPI LGBTQ+ Youth
May 18, 2021
We asked nine members of the It Gets Better family their thoughts on uplifting AAPI LGBTQ+ youth. Here’s what they said!
YOUTH VOICES
March 31, 2021
Each year, the It Gets Better Project teams up with an exceptional group of young people to bring unique stories and words of advice to other LGBTQ+ youth around the globe. Click below to learn more about this incredible initiative.
Resources for AAPI LGBTQ+ Communities
March 17, 2021
To our AAPI family — we’re here for you, uplifting your voices whenever and however we can.
Audre Lorde’s Legacy
February 25, 2021
We wanted to take a moment to celebrate Audre Lorde’s life and legacy.
Queer Youth Changing The World
October 15, 2020
ICYMI – “Out in Front” is an Anthem Award finalist. Watch our docuseries of queer activists changing the world.
Youth Voices – Class of 2021
For the 2020-2021 school year, the It Gets Better Project has partnered with an exceptional group of young people to bring unique stories and words of advice to other LGBTQ+ youth around the globe. Click below to learn more about this fantastic five.
Photos From LGBTQ+ History With ONE Archives
October 7, 2020
October is LGBTQ+ History Month and we’re showcasing images that celebrate queer trailblazers and influential events.
Youth Voices – Pride 2020
June 19, 2020
Meet our YOUTH VOICES – PRIDE 2020, a group of four exceptional young people who are partnering with our organization this Pride season to offer their unique stories and words of advice to other LGBTQ+ youth around the globe.
It Gets Better: A Digital Pride Experience
June 9, 2020
The It Gets Better Project will partner with musicians, artists, beauty and fitness experts, actors, gamers, drag queens and more from around the world to present a three-day Pride extravaganza June 24th – 26th.
Organizations Serving the Black LGBTQ+ Community
June 1, 2020
To Black Queer Youth — you are loved. Here is list of organizations specifically serving you and your community.
Q&A w/ Jack of Hearts (and other parts)
February 5, 2019
Jack may be a fictional character, but that didn’t stop him from texting with us recently to talk all about his new book.
Resources for LGBTQ+ Migrants, Refugees, and Asylees
January 29, 2019
Learn more about the organizations that are serving the needs of LGBTQ+ migrants, refugees, and asylum seekers.
How It All Got Started
November 1, 2018
An excerpt from “It Gets Better: Coming Out, Overcoming Bullying, and Creating a Life Worth Living,” a 2011 New York Times-bestselling book edited by Dan Savage and Terry Miller, the co-founders of the It Gets Better Project.
Resources for Trans and GNC Youth
October 22, 2018
Be strong and know that there are people and organizations fighting tooth and nail for you every single day!
Resources for LGBTQ+ Youth of Color
August 14, 2018
To our POC (people of color) family — you are loved. Be strong and know that there are people and organizations fighting tooth and nail every single day to support your right to exist. The It Gets Better Project will be by your side until justice prevails and will continue to fight for a worldContinue reading “Resources for LGBTQ+ Youth of Color”
It Gets Better w/ American Eagle Outfitters!
June 12, 2018
Check out the hottest partnership of the season.
Global Grants
November 10, 2016
We’ve seen the positive impact that our organization’s mission and message can have on the lives of LGBTQ+ youth in the United States. As a global organization, we’re dedicated to making sure that happens for youth worldwide. That’s why we started Global Grants. What Are Global Grants? Since 2016, we’ve set aside a portion ofContinue reading “Global Grants”
Global Summits
We’ve seen the positive impact that our organization’s mission and message can have on the lives of LGBTQ+ youth in the United States. As a global organization, we’re dedicated to making sure that happens for youth worldwide. That’s why we started Global Summits. What are Global Summits? The It Gets Better Project has over 300Continue reading “Global Summits”
It Gets Better Global
As a global organization, we’re dedicated to making sure that IT GETS BETTER for youth worldwide.
Alex Orué: The Person Worth Fighting For Is You
December 5, 2014
This essay comes from “It Gets Better: Coming Out, Overcoming Bullying, and Creating a Life Worth Living,” a collection of original essays and testimonials written to teens from celebrities, political leaders, and everyday people. This one was written by Alex R. Orué of Mexico. Both English and Spanish translations of this essay can be foundContinue reading “Alex Orué: The Person Worth Fighting For Is You”