THE FACTS
70%
of LGB students have been bullied at school due to bias related to their sexuality
4x
LGB youth are almost 4 times more likely than heterosexual youth to attempt suicide
4x
LGB youth are almost 4 times more likely than heterosexual youth to attempt suicide
*According to the 2017 Florida Youth Risk Behavior Survey
TREVOR LIFELINE
1-866-488-7386
24/7 Suicide Hotline for LGBTQ+ Youth
TREVORTEXT and CHAT
Text “START” to 678-678. Standard text messaging rates apply
Available 24/7, 365
All Rainbow and Allied Youth Inc.'s Mission
To create a place of support and provide information, advocacy, and resources in Charlotte County, Florida, for our Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, and plus youth of all races, nationalities, and incomes.
Our Drop-Ins and Virtual Meetings
All meetings and drop-ins are virtual. We will let you know when we return to in-person.
Our drop-ins are a space for local Charlotte County youth 20 and under to connect, have fun, and get the tools they need to succeed. We regularly paint, play games, watch movies, and much more.
Until we return to in-person meetings, our virtual meetings are held weekly on Wednesdays from 4 to 5 pm, alternating between Discord and Zoom.
We cultivate a space of safety and respect, one where youth can express themselves without fear of judgement.
Please email Hal@AllRainbowandAlliedYouth.org for details on joining in.
Drop-In Hours & Location
All meetings and drop-ins are virtual. We will let you know when we return to in-person.
**Once the risks of Covid-19 decrease we will return to our regular drop-ins held on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm at the Mid-County Library at US41 and 2050 Forrest Nelson Blvd in Port Charlotte, Florida.**
Caregivers and family over 21 are welcome from 4:00 pm to 4:15 pm to become familiar with the space, talk with volunteers, and get resources.
Youth and volunteers only from 4:15 to 6:00 pm.
Hours are staffed by adult volunteers made up of allies and LGBTQ+ community members.
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