How to Handle Political Anxiety
May 24, 2023
It Gets Better Brazil’s Bruno Ferreira has some mental health tips for LGBTQ+ youth to help deal with political anxiety.
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Read more about what’s going on in the world and in the minds of LGBTQ+ youth.
Spring 2023: Spitfire
May 20, 2023
“Aiden, a ghost pranking the school he once attended, is discovered by the school’s latest student Riley, a happy-go-lucky lover of the paranormal. Riley’s attempts to befriend the lone poltergeist causes his anger to build until he eventually explodes in a fit of rage.” Read Spitfire, inspired by one of our It Gets Better YouthContinue reading “Spring 2023: Spitfire”
Spring 2023: Reflection
“Astor, the protagonist, is a young teenager who struggles with self-doubt and insecurity. While walking with their nose in a book, Astor falls into a pond which transports them into a maze of which they must escape, and face the darker aspects of the realm.” Read Reflection, inspired by one of our It Gets BetterContinue reading “Spring 2023: Reflection”
Spring 2023: Overworld
“When Phi finds that their best friend Kaminska is missing, they know exactly who’s to blame for her absence. Eager to bring their best friend back, Phi goes to the man responsible, Olias, and demands that he take them to the surface to retrieve Kaminska before it’s too late. Believing that the surface world isContinue reading “Spring 2023: Overworld”
Spring 2023: Kai Vs. Kurse
“In a small Texas town, Kai is a bullied, nonbinary student in middle school who must hide their animal superpowers. After an altercation with the popular girl, Skylar, her and her friends mock Kai’s gender identity, and later, Skylar transforms into a villain named Kurse. It’s up to Kai to help Skylar overcome her curseContinue reading “Spring 2023: Kai Vs. Kurse”
The Binary Prison
May 18, 2023
Sky was a queer, agender Iranian child who thought boy and girl were the only options. Then they found a world of possibilities online.
Don’t Be Afraid to Set Your Own Table
May 17, 2023
For AAPI Heritage Month, members of our staff discuss claiming space as queer AAPINH people.
AAPI&
May 16, 2023
AAPI& storyteller, activist, musician — because none of us are just one thing. Celebrate these incredible folks for AAPI Heritage Month.
Meet Our New Board Member
May 15, 2023
Carl Baloney Jr. is the VP and Chief Advocacy Officer for AIDS United, a parent and an advocate for LGBTQ+ youth.
Celebrating Non-binary Identities Under the Trans Umbrella
May 9, 2023
In high school, Juli didn’t feel trans enough for their trans friends or cis enough for their cis friends. Then they found their people.
Model Minority No More
May 4, 2023
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.
“It Is OK to Be a Lesbian”
April 24, 2023
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.
We Need to Prioritize Mental Health for LGBTQ+ Youth
April 11, 2023
By Desmond Napoles Desmond Napoles (aka Desmond is Amazing) wants to have an important talk about mental health. This is for the adults in the room, but also, it offers some things LGBTQ+ young people can do to prioritize their own mental health. According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, 1 in 5 youthContinue reading “We Need to Prioritize Mental Health for LGBTQ+ Youth”
Global Grants 2022
Here’s a digest of the projects we were able to fund in 2022 within and outside of our Global Affiliate Network through our Global Grants initiative. To know more about our Global Grants and how to apply, click here. Canada For a third year in a row, we were able to sustain the operationalContinue reading “Global Grants 2022”
Autistic + Trans
April 4, 2023
Oscar S. – “How my autism diagnosis gave me a new perspective on my gender transition. “
The It Gets Better Project Premieres New Web-Series “The Assignment,” Focusing on Career Readiness in Culinary Industry for LGBTQ+ Youth
April 1, 2023
Top Chef’s Melissa King, celebrity chef Lazarus Lynch and more mentor queer youth in new series produced with support from the Taco Bell Foundation.
Trans Day of Visibility 2023
March 30, 2023
In perhaps the most important TDOV in history, this is how our community is showing up and being visible in 2023.
It Gets Better: Thaddeus Coates
March 21, 2023
Thaddeus Coates (aka Hippy Potter) is spreading Black, queer joy through illustration.
It Gets Better Global Summit
March 20, 2023
Members of our Global Affiliate Network are out there doing the critical work to support LGBTQ+ youth around the world.
This Year, Make Your Bday Matter More
March 16, 2023
Celebrate Aries season, give back to LGBTQ+ youth, and get some nice zodiac swag at the same time.
Time to THRIVE in the Deep South
March 14, 2023
LGBTQ+ youth in the south are experiencing a relentless wave of attacks… but they’re resilient and proud, and there is so much hope.
Aro; To the Point
February 27, 2023
“Love” is not only about romantic attraction/ relationships. Writer Victoria Barron breaks down ace and arospec.
Will India See Marriage Equality?
February 24, 2023
By sharing stories of queer couples in love, It Gets Better India has helped influence the current debate about marriage equality.
50 States. 50 Grants. Inspo
February 21, 2023
From favorite teachers to queer teachers to safe spaces, TikTokers talk about what made a difference for them in school.
Aro & Ace Explorations
Writer and comic artist Saff celebrates love beyond the romantic with a mini-zine for Aro Awareness Week.
We Were There, And We Were Loud
February 15, 2023
Black History Month must honor the contributions of Black women and Queer people, says guest writer Monisha “Mo” Pirela.
Double Date UpDate
February 13, 2023
Three years ago, we sent two couples on a double date. Now one couple is married, and the other couple officiated.
Black&…
February 10, 2023
Black& highlights the ways our intersectional identities compliment each other — because we are more than just one thing!
It’s Time To Celebrate Black, Queer Voices
February 3, 2023
Black History Month often overlooks Black, Queer contributions. Guest blogger/TikToker TJ Mitchell wants that to change.
Fighting Florida Censorship
January 27, 2023
Lawmakers in Florida are trying to silence Black and Queer voices… and we REALLY don’t like that!
The Art of Drag
January 26, 2023
With Drag Queens under attack, Desmond is Amazing shares how the art of drag can inspire passion in a young person’s mind.
Pride Flag Flies 365 at THIS School
January 19, 2023
Students at Hackensack Middle School wrote a resolution for the Pride flag to fly year round. AND IT PASSED!
50 States. 50 Grants. is Back
APPLY NOW: We’re awarding $690K to school projects that uplift and empower LGBTQ+ youth in the U.S. and Canada.
Better Everyday: To Heal, To Grow, to Truly Thrive!
January 3, 2023
The It Gets Better Project’s Morgan Cohn says “the family I was given and that I had chosen” helped me heal!
A Letter to LGBTQ+ Youth
Diana Ricciardi kicks off the new year with a letter to LGBTQ+ youth… “I see you. I hear you, you beautiful human.”
Better Everyday: Colton Haynes
December 26, 2022
“My hope for LGBTQ+ youth is that they can live without having to put on an act or hide their true selves.”
The Brands That Backed LGBTQ+ Youth in 2022
December 15, 2022
We couldn’t have done it without these incredible brands. Join us in thanking them for their support.
Better Everyday – Chris and Scott Evans
November 28, 2022
Brothers Chris and Scott Evans on why being an ally for LGBTQ+ youth is vital this holiday season!
Cumbre en Español 2022
October 28, 2022
Haga clic aquí para leer este artículo en español. This year, during Hispanic Heritage Month, we held our first Summit – entirely in Spanish. It also marked the first time our affiliates have been together in person since our pre-Covid summit at New York World Pride in 2019. On October 6 and 7, the ItContinue reading “Cumbre en Español 2022”
2022 Safe & Supportive Schools
October 20, 2022
Report cards are in and seven California school districts are doing exceptional work to support LGBTQ+ students.
“Queer Sex Ed” – The Resources
October 18, 2022
Companion resources for the It Gets Better Project original webseries “Queer Sex Ed.”
ALL NEW SONG: “It Gets Better”
October 11, 2022
We’re celebrating National Coming Out Day with an all new “It Gets Better” song… co-written by LGBTQ+ youth!
Youth Voices – Class of 2023
October 4, 2022
The It Gets Better Project, through It Gets Better EDU, is proud to present Youth Voices – Class of 2023. 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 2023”
#ElectionSzn
September 19, 2022
November 8th = the midterm elections. Watch our new video series to learn everything you need to about the voting process.
New Study Finds imi Boosts Positive Coping Skills and Mental Health of LGBTQ+ Youth
August 10, 2022
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.
Using LGBTQ+ Youth for Political Gain
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.
Youth Voices: Class of 2022
July 14, 2022
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.
Reflections on Pride | Youth Voice Zine Issue 003
July 11, 2022
Youth Voices reflect on Pride: “Pride was a riot, pride is a protest, pride will always be a resistance…”
Meet the Grantees: 50 States. 50 Grants.
June 24, 2022
Fifty schools in 40 states plus Washington D.C. will receive $10K for projects making schools better for LGBTQ+ students.
We Will NEVER Stop Fighting for Your Rights
The It Gets Better Project statement on the overturning of Roe vs. Wade.