EMERGE Resources

Trans Lifeline provides trans peer support for our community that’s been divested from police since day one. Run by and for trans people. 877-565-8860

Free peer support for those who have survived trauma and are pushed to the margins. Lifeline, Discord communities, virtual support groups. Check out their Resource Database and List of Non-Carceral Resources

​Search for LGBTQIA+ resources across the state of Oregon

Crisis counselors are trained to answer calls, chats, or texts from LGBTQ+ young people who reach out on free, confidential and secure 24/7 service when they are struggling with issues such as coming out, LGBTQ+ identity, depression, and suicide. The Trevor Project also provides resources, peer support, and education

BLACK & BEYOND THE BINARY COLLECTIVE
Black & Beyond the Binary Collective builds the leadership, healing, and safety of Black-African transgender, queer, nonbinary, and intersex (TQNI+) Oregonians. B&BTB helps TQNI+ folks get and stay housed through the B3C housing Safety Fund

Support groups and events for LGBTQIA+ folks. Most groups take place at the Q Center’s main location in North Portland​

Calendar and weekly email group collecting LGBTQIA+ events in Portland and/or Seattle. Includes affinity, social, and support groups, as well as free/paid events and classes

Reentry support and advocacy for LGBTQIA+ folx impacted by incarceration in the PNW

Raphael House is a gender-inclusive domestic violence shelter. They also offer resources such as support groups, counseling, emergency aid, food, clothing, and more​

Bridging Voices is a youth chorus for LGBTQ+ and allied youth, ages 13-21. They strive to be a safe, accessible place for youth to experience empowerment and unity through music
