Why I’m Not Worried This Pride Month
When it comes LGBTQ+ rights, Executive Director Brian Wenke says we are out and proud; there is no going back.
When it comes LGBTQ+ rights, Executive Director Brian Wenke says we are out and proud; there is no going back.
This Pride Month, these brand partners are cementing their status as allies for LGBTQ+ youth.
Read the latest issue of our Youth Voices Zine for Pride 2023!
Lindz Amer tells parents and allies how we’re letting LGBTQ+ kids down and here’s how we can be doing better.
It Gets Better Brazil’s Bruno Ferreira has some mental health tips for LGBTQ+ youth to help deal with political anxiety.
Sky was a queer, agender Iranian child who thought boy and girl were the only options. Then they found a world of possibilities online.
For AAPI Heritage Month, members of our staff discuss claiming space as queer AAPINH people.
Carl Baloney Jr. is the VP and Chief Advocacy Officer for AIDS United, a parent and an advocate for LGBTQ+ youth.
Growing up queer and AAPI, Joanna felt she had to keep secrets — and it affected her mental health. But she’s not holding back anymore.
A Lifeline Crisis Counselor gets to tell a caller the words she needed to hear as a teen — it’s OK to be a lesbian.
“Love” is not only about romantic attraction/ relationships. Writer Victoria Barron breaks down ace and arospec.
Black History Month must honor the contributions of Black women and Queer people, says guest writer Monisha “Mo” Pirela.
Three years ago, we sent two couples on a double date. Now one couple is married, and the other couple officiated.
The It Gets Better Project’s Morgan Cohn says “the family I was given and that I had chosen” helped me heal!
“My hope for LGBTQ+ youth is that they can live without having to put on an act or hide their true selves.”
We couldn’t have done it without these incredible brands. Join us in thanking them for their support.
Brothers Chris and Scott Evans on why being an ally for LGBTQ+ youth is vital this holiday season!
Report cards are in and seven California school districts are doing exceptional work to support LGBTQ+ students.
Companion resources for the It Gets Better Project original webseries “Queer Sex Ed.”
We’re celebrating National Coming Out Day with an all new “It Gets Better” song… co-written by LGBTQ+ youth!
November 8th = the midterm elections. Watch our new video series to learn everything you need to about the voting process.
A new study published in the Journal of Medical Internet Research (JMIR) finds imi boosts positive coping skills and mindsets that are important for supporting the mental health of LGBTQ+ youth.
Exec. Director Brian Wenke writes a column for his hometown paper in Ohio on why its vital we fight against “Don’t Say Gay” bills.
From LIVE convos with Jojo Siwa and Zaya Wade to speaking out about anti LGBTQ+ legislations, see our Youth Voice Class of 2022 in action.
Youth Voices reflect on Pride: “Pride was a riot, pride is a protest, pride will always be a resistance…”
Fifty schools in 40 states plus Washington D.C. will receive $10K for projects making schools better for LGBTQ+ students.
The It Gets Better Project statement on the overturning of Roe vs. Wade.
Meet the first six recipients of our nationwide grant opportunity to benefit LGBTQ+ students.
Our 2022 Brand Partners are BEYOND fabulous — and they’re ALL raising critical funds for LGBTQ+ Youth!
Hailey announces her Ivy acceptances live on Twitch plus more highlights from our Trans Day of Visibility stream!
The It Gets Better Project will continue to stand strong for LGBTQ+ youth in the best way we know how.
A’liya Spinner writes about the moment that changed her life and forced him to acknowledge she was living in gender denial.
Read their speeches: 14-year-old Youth Voice Elliot and their mom talk about trans youth at SXSW in Texas.
Get inspired and encouraged by some incredible standing up and speaking out for trans youth.
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 to anti-LGBTQ+ legislation plus their tips for fighting back while taking care of yourself.
The It Gets Better Project is making sure people don’t just say “gay”, they celebrate it… and celebrate YOU!
Watch the convo: Zaya Wade, Amy Schneider + Youth Voices’ Zach Koung talk LGBTQ+ youth in schools.
Issue 002 of our Youth Voices Zine is here! This time around, celebrate Valentine’s Day with us.
From USA Today: Why there is a new wave of book bans and what that means for LGBTQ+ students.
We’ve got activist spotlights, TikTok fun facts, recources , video content and more amplifying Black LGBTQ+ stories.
A star-studded lineup of queer creators discuss what LGBTQ+ stories they still want to see in film and on TV.
The It Gets Better Project works with The Sims 4 to make it more inclusive. Watch here!
See collections of art, poetry, musings, photos, and more from our Youth Voices for Trans Awareness Week.
The It Gets Better Project partnered with Clean & Clear® for a brand new National Coming Out Day resource guide!
Meet the queer heroes who were fighting for LGBTQ+ civil rights long before Stonewall.
Check out the new batch of comics from the students at Otis College of Art and Design!
Celebrate Pride 2021 with the It Gets Better Project’s incredible brand partners!
We asked nine members of the It Gets Better family their thoughts on uplifting AAPI LGBTQ+ youth. Here’s what they said!
To our AAPI family — we’re here for you, uplifting your voices whenever and however we can.