A goal we’re working toward: making sure LGBTQ+ young people can always find support that sees them, respects them, and keeps them safe.
If You Need Support Right Now
PFWorks doesn’t offer crisis support yet, and we never want you waiting on us when you need someone today. These free services are there for you right now:
- The Trevor Project, for LGBTQ+ young people: call 1-866-488-7386, or text START to 678-678. Available 24/7.
- Trans Lifeline, peer support run by and for trans people: call 1-877-565-8860.
- 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: call or text 988.
- In immediate danger: call 911.
Why This Matters
For many LGBTQ+ teens and young adults, feeling safe isn’t guaranteed. Some face rejection from family. Others feel isolated or afraid of being judged just for being who they are. When support is missing, those pressures can build quietly until a hard moment becomes an overwhelming one. Being seen, accepted, and supported can change everything.
Where This Project Stands
We want to be honest: the Teen Affirming Spaces Project isn’t an active program yet. Our planned first step is making sure the resource list we build includes services that are truly affirming for LGBTQ+ young people, so no one gets sent somewhere that makes things worse.
What We Hope to Build
- A trusted list of LGBTQ+ affirming services, from crisis lines to housing to health care
- Safe, judgment-free spaces where young people can connect and be themselves
- Plain-language guidance for adults who want to support the LGBTQ+ young people in their lives
- Partnerships with organizations already doing this work well
How You Can Help
Know an LGBTQ+ affirming shelter, clinic, counselor, or program that truly helps young people? Tell us about it. We’ll check every suggestion before it goes on our list.
You belong here. No one should have to hide who they are to feel safe.