advocacy

These resources connect you with organizations and communities working to protect and advance LGBTQ+ rights at every level. Whether you’re looking to take action, stay informed, or understand how advocacy shapes queer lives, this is a starting point for finding the work that resonates with you.

  • The Advocate

    The Advocate is one of the oldest and most established LGBTQ+ news and culture publications in the United States, founded in 1967. It has covered nearly six decades of LGBTQ+ history, from the Stonewall era through the AIDS crisis, marriage equality, and the current political landscape. The Advocate continues to publish news, opinion, profiles, and…

  • True Colors United

    True Colors United is a national nonprofit organization focused specifically on ending homelessness among LGBTQ+ young people. Founded by Cyndi Lauper and Tim Gunn, the organization works to transform the systems that serve homeless youth by helping shelters and service providers better understand and affirm LGBTQ+ identities. LGBTQ+ youth make up approximately 40 percent of…