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According to The Trevor Project, LGBTQ+ youth are at risk because of a lack of acceptance, understanding, empathy, and compassion. That lack comes at a great cost: a national survey conducted in 2023 found 41% of LGBTQ+ youth have seriously considered suicide in the last year. LifeWorks NW is proud to participate in Zero Suicide, a nationwide initiative to bring together care providers and communities to end suicide. One tool our communities can use: 988. Call or text to connect with a trained counselor and local services, including specialists in youth or LGTBQ+ care. Learn more about 988 in Oregon: https://lnkd.in/gk66STdM #wellbeingforall #trevorproject

Access to peer support must exist to better the mental health of LGBTQ+ communities. We see you and built a better way to find like-minded individuals, so you feel better supported. Learn more now: https://bit.ly/3UDP2D5

Addressing Trauma in the LGBTQ+ Community 🌈 Pride Month Reminder 🌈 Trauma can significantly impact the lives of LGBTQ+ individuals, especially those from marginalized racial and ethnic backgrounds. The journey to healing is complex but vital. This month, let’s focus on creating safe spaces where everyone feels seen, heard, and supported. Remember, it’s okay to seek help. Therapy and support groups can provide essential tools for coping and healing from trauma. #PrideMonth #TraumaAwareness #HealingJourneys #IntersectionalityMatters

Remembering #WorldAIDSDay ❤️Reflecting on all those lost and the demonisation/pain of entire minority communities from the 1980s.❤️ 1️⃣Stigma has reduced significantly in high income countries but still remains an issue in different nations globally. 2️⃣HIV prevention and treatment has came along way since the first test was developed in mid 1980s. 3️⃣For a person living with HIV: Antiretroviral therapy with effectice adherence is 99% effective at reducing the risk of the virus being passed on: U-U undetectable~untransmittable. 4️⃣Someone living with HIV who uses on ARV and is undetectable lives as long as someone without HIV. 5️⃣For a person not living with HIV: PrEP or pre-exposure prophylaxis (an ARV medication) with effective adherence reduces the risk of them contracting HIV by up to 99%. 📢These are great advances but more work is needed in global equality to reduce HIV stigma that continues to affect minority communities.📢

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LGBTQ+ families should have the same rights as everyone else. We're here to support and stand up for all families. Your journey is important and deserves respect, understanding, and expert help. You can trust us to protect your rights and give you the support you deserve. #lgbtqfamilyrights #equalityforall #familycourt #brisbane #brisbanefamilylawyer #goldcoast #goldcoastfamilylawyer #neilsonlaw

Learn more about the Delaware PIT Survey and why it is so important to LGBTQ+ Youth, who are more likely to experience homelessness. Find out how you can volunteer to help with the PIT Survey! https://lnkd.in/dVzWHv_R #SussexPrideYouth

This #PrideMonth, we recognize the importance of supporting the LGBTQ+ community with mental and behavioral health care. Learn more about how Carelon Behavioral Health is addressing healthcare barriers for LGBTQ+ youth in this article. https://lnkd.in/e6rpShBD

At LifeWorks NW, we're proud to serve clients at all ages and from all walks of life, including members of the LGBTQ+ community. We offer trauma-informed care that recognizes the unique challenges of this community, supporting issues of growing up LGBTQ+, coming out, domestic violence, navigating changes in self-presentation, and more. Learn more about the mental health services offered at LifeWorks NW: https://lnkd.in/g5KUVAb9 #wellbeingforall #mentalhealthawarenessmonth

The Trevor Project's 2024 U.S. National Survey on the mental health of LGBTQ+ young people presents crucial insights from over 18,000 LGBTQ+ youth aged 13-24 across the U.S. For the sixth year, it highlights the troubling connection between anti-LGBTQ+ discrimination and heightened suicide risk, as well as the challenges in accessing mental health care. This survey provides actionable strategies to support LGBTQ+ youth, emphasizing the life-saving impact of affirming communities. Learn more about the survey and suicide prevention efforts here: https://bit.ly/3ykYrqv #SuicidePrevention #MentalHealth