QLatinx is an Orlando-based grassroots organization dedicated to the advancement and empowerment of Central Florida’s LGBTQ+ Latinx community. The organization centers racial, social, and gender justice while working to build a stronger, more united community for people whose identities and needs are often overlooked. Founded in response to the June 12, 2016 Pulse nightclub shooting,…
Addiction in the queer community does not happen in a vacuum. This guide explores why substance use is higher in LGBTQ+ life, the role of trauma and coping, the realities of meth, alcohol, chemsex, and opioids, and the harm reduction practices that keep people safe. It also highlights the healing power of chosen family and community support, offering compassion, evidence, and resources for anyone who needs hope.
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