Spirit Day

How long do we have to wait until it “gets better”?

LGBTQ kids are still ending their lives on a regular basis because of bullying.

Talk to your friends. Talk to your family. Talk to your co-workers. Talk to your kids.

Remind them that . . . Words Hurt.

Click here to take the pledge to go purple and tell our LGBT youth that we’ve got their backs

Show Your Support by Wearing Purple on Spirit Day in October!

Find Out How to Help

How Much Do You Know About Bullying?

Recognizing the Warning Signs of Bullying

What to Do When Bullying Continues

How You Can Help A Suicidal Person

Resources

GLAAD Spirit Day
www.glaad.org/spiritday

This kit will help you engage the participation of your friends, colleagues, local media and public officials. By spreading the word about Spirit Day, you can help turn your local community purple in a stand against bullying and in a show of support for LGBT youth.

BRAVO (Buckeye Regional Anti-violence Organization)
1-866-86-BRAVO (1-866-862-7286)
www.bravo-ohio.org
BRAVO is your link to survivor advocacy and assistance regarding hate crimes, discrimination, domestic violence, and sexual assault.
BRAVO Survivor Services: If you or someone you know has experienced violence, threats or intimidation BRAVO can work with you to help ensure your safety and provide the support you need.

Help in Crisis: Hate Crimes Reporting & Documentation Hospital Advocacy Domestic Violence Support Safety Planning Support for Sexual Assault Survivors Emergency Housing Assistance in working with your local police, including help filing reports Support Groups Accompaniment and Advocacy if you go to court.

Fellowship Family House
614-332-0013
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To restore hope to at risk and homeless LGBTQ (Lesbian, Gay, Bi-attractional, Transgender, Questioning) youth, young adults and their allies*. Through safe housing, life skills development and spiritual support individuals are empowered, equipped and prepared to live self-sufficient lives.

Huckleberry House
614-294-5553
1421 Hamlet Street
Columbus, Ohio 43201
www.huckhouse.org
Drop-in center for homeless youth 12-24 providing food, a place to rest, showers and hygiene items, laundry facilities, computer and internet access, opportunities to meet other youth, additional community resources

Kaleidoscope Youth Center
614-294-5437
1904 N. High Street
Columbus, Ohio 43201
www.KYCOhio.org
Serving LGBTQI Youth ages 12-18.
Kaleidoscope Youth Center works in partnership with young people in Central Ohio to create safe and empowering environments for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning youth through advocacy, education and support.

North Central Mental Health Services
614-299-6600
1301 N. High Street
Columbus, Ohio 43201
www.ncmhs.org

614-221-5445 Suicide Prevention 24-Hour Hotline
Answered by a team of highly trained volunteers, this line is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Hotline volunteers listen, assess suicide risk, and give support to callers in crisis. The volunteer workers also provide information and assistance to relatives, friends, co-workers and others who are concerned about a suicidal individual.

614-294-3300 Teen Hotline
This line is answered by trained teen volunteers during evening hours and by adults during other hours. This 24-hour line provides peer counseling to adolescents who may be dealing with loneliness, depression, and other problems.

614-294-3309 Senior Hotline
This 24-hour line is available to help older adults and their caregivers deal with the needs and issues of aging.

Stonewall Columbus and Center on High
614-299-7764
1160 N. High Street
Columbus, Ohio 43201
www.stonewallcolumbus.org

Stonewall Columbus continually expands programming so that community members seeking a variety of service and activities, in addition to the base services and ongoing support groups we offer, can find ways to connect with others in a safe, comfortable and culturally enriching environment. Here are just a few of the programs & services we offer:
– Coming Out Support Groups
– Alcohol & Drug Addiction Meetings
– Health & Wellness Forums and Classes
– Social Clubs and Groups
– Transgender Support Network and Referral
– Lavender Listings print and online business and resource directory

The Trevor Project
1-866-4-U-TREVOR (1-866-488-7386)
www.TheTrevorProject.org
The Trevor Project operates programs to educate people about suicide prevention and to build acceptance for LGBTQ youth in classrooms and communities throughout the country.

The Trevor Helpline is the only nationwide, around-the-clock crisis and suicide prevention helpline for LGBTQ youth. The Trevor Helpline is a free and confidential resource that offers hope and someone to talk to, 24/7.
“Dear Trevor” is an online, non-time sensitive question and answer resource for young people with questions surrounding sexual orientation and gender identity

TrevorSpace.org is an online, social networking community for LGBTQ youth ages 13 through 24 and their friends and allies. Youth can create personal profiles and connect with other young people throughout the country, as well as find resources within their communities.

It Gets Better Project
www.itgetsbetter.org

Many LGBT youth can’t picture what their lives might be like as openly gay adults. They can’t imagine a future for themselves. So let’s show them what our lives are like, let’s show them what the future may hold in store for them.