Mental wellness is an important aspect of overall well-being for everyone. Members of Two-Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, and additional people who identify as part of sexual and gender diverse communities (2SLGBTQI+) may have challenges and stressors related to sexual orientation and gender identity that can have a significant impact on mental wellness. You will find resources curated to support the mental wellness of 2SLGBTQI+ below.
Resources
- Empowering LGBTQ+ youth to define their own journey - It Gets Better
- Free peer support for youth aged 26 and under - 2SLGBTQ+ YouthLine
- Mental health and substance use information for LGBT mental health and LGBT communities - Here to Help
- Resources, peer support, education and advocacy for 2SLGBTQ+ people and loved ones - Pflag Canada
- Transgender support resources - BIPOC Women's Health Network