Best Colleges Article
College Experience Guide for LGBTQ+ Students
Scarleteen Articles
Questioning or unsure of where you are in terms of your sexual orientation and/or gender identity? That’s totally valid and normal!
Being Unsure Doesn't Have to be a Bummer is another great resource for people feeling unsure about their gender identity.
Sexuality: WTF Even Is It, Anyway?
Learn about and explore your sexuality.
A Totally Non-Exhaustive, Step by Step Guide to Coming Out
This guide includes a lot of detailed information about navigating life as a young member of the LGBTQA+ community.
Them Articles
How Do I Know If I'm Transmasculine?
Guide to people questioning if they are transmasculine.
How Do I Know If I'm Transfeminine?
Guide for people questioning if they are transfeminine.
Human Rights Campaign
Generalized and identity specific Coming Out guides:
The Trevor Project
This handbook invites young people navigating the coming out process to explore what their journey of self-discovery and coming out means to them. It also includes detailed tips for those wanting to come out to the people in their life.
GLSEN
Coming Out: A Resource for LGBTQ Students
This guide provides young LGBTQ-identifying people with tips for how to navigate the coming out process, and how to move forward.
Looking to provide validation and support to someone who recently came out to you? Check out these sources of information:
Human Rights Campaign’s Guide: Being an LGBTQ Ally
GoodRX Health: How to Support Someone Who Comes Out to You as LGBTQ+
Looking to provide support to your child who just came out to you?
Family Equality: What To Do (And Not Do) When Your Child Comes Out to You
Experiencing familial tension, or looking for a family counselor’s perspective on how to navigate the coming out experience? Or perhaps, you’re looking for a counselor’s advice on how to navigate a relationship with someone you know who has recently come out?
Counseling Schools: LGBTQ+ Family Dynamics in Therapy
Health Services
Office: University Center 440
Phone: (859) 572-5650
Email: hcsw@nku.edu
Counseling Services
Office: University Center 440
Phone (859) 572-5650
Email: hcsw@nku.edu
Norse Violence Prevention
Office: Albright Health Center, Suite 246
Phone: (859) 572-5865
Email: nvp@nku.edu
Flex Housing
Office: University Housing Office is located in Norse Commons
For information, FAQ's, and important deadlines, visit: NKU Flex Housing
Title IX
Office: Student Union 301
Phone: (859) 572-5147
https://inside.nku.edu/titleix.html
GLSEN
Advocacy in schools for LGBTQ students.
E-mail: info@glsencincinnati.org
Phone: (866) 934-9119
https://www.glsen.org/
PFLAG
Support organization for LGBTQ individuals, family, and friends.
Phone: (513) 721-7900. Ask for the PFLAG contact number.
E-mail: info@pflagcinci.org
https://pflag.org/
Q Chat Space
Online discussion groups for LGBTQA+ teens (13-19) facilitated by staff from LGBTQA+ groups across the country.
Address: PO Box 24490, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33307
Phone: (954) 765-6024
Website: https://www.qchatspace.org/
BestColleges Student Voices
Best Colleges Student Voices features essays from real college students on their experiences, challenges, and successes.
Email: studentvoices@bestcolleges.com
Website: https://www.bestcolleges.com/student-voices/submission-guidelines/
Trevor Project
An online support group through the Trevor Project for ages 13-24.
Website: https://www.trevorspace.org/
MoneyGeek
Looking for financial assistance as a member of the LGBTQA+ community? MoneyGeek has information on how to navigate your finances through all aspects of life, from housing to planning for a family, from taxes to planning for your future. They also have significant information on how to navigate the financial aspect of the gender affirming care process.
Website links:
SAFE (Staff, Administrators, & Faculty for Equality)
Advocacy organization for LGBTQ and allied staff, administrators and faculty
Website: http://safe.nku.edu
Department of Human Resources
Information and resources about benefits, policies, and services for LGBTQ employees.
Website: nku.edu/hr
Phone: (859) 572-5200
Email: hr@nku.edu
Equitas Health
Equitas Health is an organization that caters to the LGBTQA+ Community and provides all aspects of healthcare and pharmacy. Locations are all throughout Ohio, with the closest location in downtown Cincinnati.
Website: https://equitashealth.com/
Human Rights Campaign
Resources for LGBTQ+ Patients; detailed information on receiving healthcare as an LGBTQA+ individual: https://www.hrc.org/resources/patient-resources
Is PrEP (Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis) Right for Me? Find out more about protecting yourself from HIV: https://www.hrc.org/resources/is-prep-right-for-me
Healthline LGBTQIA+ Safer Sex Guide
Informative guide for how to practice safer sex habits and how to seek the right medical help for your sexual health needs.
Website: https://www.healthline.com/health/lgbtqia-safe-sex-guide#meds-vaccines-screenings
UNC Health Talk
If you are LGBTQ, keep these 7 things in mind when seeing your doctor: https://www.healthline.com/health/lgbtqia-safe-sex-guide#meds-vaccines-screenings
Out Care
Looking for a healthcare provider? Visit OutCare to learn more about the providers near you that specialize in LGBTQ+ affirming healthcare.
Website: https://www.outcarehealth.org/outlist/
LGBTQ+ Healthcare Directory
Find an LGBTQ+ affirming healthcare provider and learn more about what you should discuss with your healthcare provider as an LGBTQ+ individual.
Website: https://lgbtqhealthcaredirectory.org/
Human Rights Campaign
Get the facts on gender-affirming care: https://www.hrc.org/resources/get-the-facts-on-gender-affirming-care
Healthcare Equality Index 2022: https://www.hrc.org/resources/healthcare-equality-index
UCSF Gender-Affirming Health Program
Gender-affirming treatments and procedures: https://transcare.ucsf.edu/guidelines/overview
American Society of Plastic Surgeons
Gender Affirmation Surgeries: https://www.plasticsurgery.org/reconstructive-procedures/gender-affirmation-surgeries
Johns Hopkins Medicine
Gender-Affirmation non-surgical services:
Trans Health Project
Visit the Trans Health Project to find healthcare information and providers that offer support and care to transgender individuals.
Website: https://transhealthproject.org/resources/trans-health-care-providers/
Cincinnati Children's Transgender Health Clinic
Visit Cincinnati Children's Transgender Health Clinic if you are under the age of 25 and live in or around the Cincinnati area seeking transgender affirming care. They do not accept new patients over the age of 22.
Website: https://www.cincinnatichildrens.org/service/t/transgender
MyTransHealth
MyTransHealth is another organization that provides support for people seeking out healthcare providers that specialize in transgender care.
Website: https://mytranshealth.com/
University of Cincinnati Health: Transgender Voice Therapy
Transgender voice therapy, also known as gender spectrum voice therapy, is designed to help patients find and develop a new voice that matches their gender identity.
To schedule an appointment, please call the UC Health Performance Voice & Professional Voice team at 513-475-8400.
Visit their website: https://tinyurl.com/UCHealthTransVoiceTherapy
Pro Voice Center of Greater Cincinnati
Gender affirmative communication training, or voice modification therapy, is designed on an individual basis for each client. Gender diverse patients are provided with tools and exercises to aid in voice modification (feminization and/or masculinization of voice) with a goal of discovering and developing an authentic voice.
Phone: 513-632-5805
Email: provoicecenter@gmail.com
Website: https://www.provoicecenter.com/gender-affirmative-communication-training
Center for Disease Control and Prevention
Visit the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)’s information page on LGBT Health and find identity-specific healthcare guides.
Website: https://www.cdc.gov/lgbthealth/index.htm
Planned Parenthood
What Do I Need to Know About Trans and Non-Binary Health Care?
LGBTQA+ Health Guide
According to The National Alliance on Mental Health, LGBTQ individuals are 3 times more likely to experience mental health conditions. Click on the link below to find out more on how to prevent and recognize mental and physical illness, and how to receive/ask for help.
https://www.drugwatch.com/health/lgbtq/#mental-health-and-suicide
Important LGBTQ Resources for Addiction and Mental Health
A medically reviewed list of LGBTQ addiction and mental health organizations, and community allies. The list includes free hotlines, suicide prevention support and services, youth organizations, and online mental health and addiction resources.
Website: https://www.rehab.com/specialty/lgbtq
Lighthouse Youth Services
The mission of Lighthouse Youth and Family Services is to empower young people and families to succeed through a continuum of care that promotes healing and growth. They provide housing, support groups, outpatient mental health services, foster care and adoption, and much more.
Address: 401 E. McMillan St, Cincinnati, OH 45206
Phone: (513) 221-3350
https://www.lys.org/
The Pier Recovery Community Center
The Pier Recovery Community Center serves to light the way toward recovery for those with substance use and mental health disorders through education, advocacy, and the gift of hope.
Address: 1002 Monmouth St, Newport, KY 41017
Phone: (859) 547-6539
Email: vlandrum@mhankyswoh.org; tspicer@mhankyswoh.org
https://www.pierrcc.org/
Cincinnati Alcoholics Anonymous - LGBT Specific Group
Open meetings are available to anyone interested in Alcoholic Anonymous' program of recovery from alcoholism. Non alcoholics may attend open meetings as observers.
https://aacincinnati.org/meetings/queen-city-group-lgbt-2/
The Recovery Village and The Recovery Village: Palmer Lake
A free web resource that provides information about addiction, eating disorders, and mental health issues. Studies have shown that individuals in the LGBTQ+ community are more likely to use and abuse alcohol and drugs and tend to continue abuse throughout their lives. We work to spread awareness and to be an informational resource for those impacted by alcohol and drug dependence.
The Recovery Village
Address: 633 Umatilla Blvd, Umatilla, FL 32784
https://www.therecoveryvillage.com/resources/lgbtq/
Palmer Lake
Address: 443 S. Hwy 105, Palmer Lake, CO 80133
https://www.palmerlakerecovery.com/resources/lgbtq/
It Gets Better Project
The It Gets Better Project's mission is to uplift, empower, and connect lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ+) youth around the globe.
Email: info@itgetsbetter.org
https://itgetsbetter.org/
Boca Recovery Center
Substance use disorders affect a higher percent of the LGBTQ+ community compared to the general population, according to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration.
24/7 Helpline: 800-516-4357 or https://bocarecoverycenter.com/
Website: https://bocarecoverycenter.com/addiction/lgbtq-substance-abuse-guide/
Important LGBTQ Resources for Addiction and Mental Health
A medically reviewed list of LGBTQ addiction and mental health organizations, and community allies. The list includes free hotlines, suicide prevention support and services, youth organizations, and online mental health and addiction resources.
Website: https://www.rehab.com/specialty/lgbtq
Kentucky Detox Centers
If you or someone close to you are ready to begin your recovery, Kentucky detox centers offer the care you need to achieve a drug- and alcohol-free state before entering formal, structured rehab.
Phone: 800-483-2193
Website: https://www.detox.com/local/kentucky/
Drug Rehab Services, DRS
Substance use resources for students from historically marginalized groups.
Website: https://www.addicted.org/support-for-marginalized-groups/
Email: mike@addicted.org (Mike Leach, CCMA)
AddictionCenter
LGBT+ Addiction Page: https://www.addictioncenter.com/addiction/lgbtq/
Outreach Specialist: Andre Franklin, andre@addictioncenter.com
Addictions.com
Addictions.com is a leading informational resource and web guide for those impacted by substance abuse and co-occurring mental health disorders.
Email: support@addictions.com
Phone: 917-997-1007
Equality Cincinnati
Independent local organization working towards full equality for LGBT people in Greater Cincinnati and to prevent discrimination and violence based on sexual orientation and gender identity.
E-mail: mjaym@aol.com
Facebook: Equality Cincinnati
Kentucky Fairness Campaign
2263 Frankfort Avenue, Louisville, KY 40206
Phone: (502) 893-0788
Website: Fairness@Fairness.org
Facebook: www.facebook.com/FairnessCampaign
Twitter: twitter.com/FairnessCamp
Northern Kentucky Commission on Human Rights
The Kentucky Commission on Human Rights enforces the Kentucky Civil Rights Act and the U.S. Civil Rights Act. 636 Madison Avenue, Suite 401
Covington, KY 41011-242
Phone: (859) 292-2935
Website: http://www.kchr.ky.gov/
Equality Ohio
Ohio’s largest LGBTQ advocacy organization
61 Jefferson Ave
Columbus, OH 43215
Phone: (614) 224-0400
Website: www.equalityohio.org
Facebook: Equality Ohio
Ohio Commission on Civil Rights
Cincinnati- Satellite Office
Norman Gibson, Regional Director
7162 Reading Road, Suite 606
Cincinnati, OH 45237
Phone: (513) 351-2541
Website: https://crc.ohio.gov/
Love Must Win
LMW helps spread love and acceptance to people by providing a safe haven for all.
Address: 187 Pavilion Pkwy, #244, Newport, KY 41071
Phone: (859) 903-5428
Website: https://www.lovemustwin.org/
Email: help@lovemustwin.org
Human Rights Campaign
National LGBTQ Task Force
The Task Force’s Advocacy and Action team identifies and takes action on advocacy opportunities to advance full freedom, justice, equality AND equity for LGBTQ people.
American Civil Liberties Union
The ACLU works to ensure that lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer people can live openly without discrimination and enjoy equal rights, personal autonomy, and freedom of expression and association.
https://www.aclu.org/issues/lgbtq-rights
GLAAD
GLAAD works through entertainment, news, and digital media to share stories from the LGBTQ community that accelerate acceptance.
GLAD Legal Advocates and Defenders
Phone: (617) 426-1350
Email: gladlaw@glad.org
https://www.glad.org/
Outright International
Together, for better LGBTIQ lives. Outright.
Phone: (212) 430-6054
Email: comms@outrightinternational.org
https://outrightinternational.org/
NKY Pride Center
The NKY Pride Center’s mission is to advance LGBTQ+ equity and inclusion efforts in the region by meeting the needs for community-based services and programs for LGBTQ+ Northern Kentuckians.
Address: 230 W. Pike St. Covington, KY 41011
Email: bonnie@nkypridecenter.org
https://nkypridecenter.org/
MasterOfPublicAdministration
Guide offering in-depth information on Social Policy degrees for members of the community or allies who are interested in a social policy career path.
https://www.mastersofpublicadministration.org/program/social-policy
The Northern Kentucky and Cincinnati areas are home to many friendly and affirming institutions of faith for LGBTQ individuals, families, and allies. The places listed below have shown intentional inclusivity, and we invite you to explore their websites or email their faith leaders prior to attending a service if you have questions.
Clifton United Methodist Church
Pastor David Meredith
3416 Clifton Avenue Cincinnati, Oh 45220
Call Us: (513) 961-2998
https://www.cliftonumc.com
Our Lady of Peace - Ohio Orthodox Catholic Church
Bishop Charles Smith
119 Wocher Ave off of River Rd near Anderson Ferry OHIO
https://www.ohioocc.org/olp/join.html
St. John Church United Church of Christ
Pastor Keith Haithcock
Bellevue KY
https://stjohnchurch.net
Gloria Dei Lutheran Church
Pastor Vicki Garber
Crestview Hills, KY
https://gloriadei-nky.org
St. Paul's Episcopal Church
Rev Matthew Young
Newport KY
https://www.stpaulsnewport.org
Trinity Episcopal Church
Rev Peter D'Angio
Covington KY
https://www.trinitychurchcovky.com
First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)
Pastor Dexter Simpson
Covington KY
https://firstchristiancovington.org
Pilgrim United Church of Christ
Rev David Bucey
Cincinnati OH
www.pilgrim-ucc.org
Philippus United Church of Christ
Minister Sam Wyatt
106 W. McMicken Avenue
Cincinnati, Ohio 45202-4916
http://www.philippusucc.org/
All Saints Episcopal Church
Rev. Meredith Day Hearn
6301 Parkman Place, Cincinnati, OH 45213
(513) 531-6333
clergy@allsaintscincinnati.org
https://www.allsaintscincinnati.org/
The Community of the Good Shepherd: A Catholic Parish
Bishop Joe Binzer
8815 East Kemper Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45249
(513) 489-8815
gs.info@good-shepherd.org
https://good-shepherd.org/
LOVEboldly, Inc.
30 E. College Ave, Ste A, Westerville, OH 43081
(859) 904-8056
https://www.loveboldly.net/
admin@loveboldly.net
Bellarmine Chapel
Pastor Eric Sundrup, S.J.
3801 St. Francis Xavier Way, Cincinnati, OH 45207
(513) 745-3398
https://bellarminechapel.org/social-mission/building-a-bridge/
Buddhist Dharma Center of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH
https://www.cincinnatidharma.org/
Temple Sholom
Rabbi Miriam Terlinchamp
Cincinnati OH
https://templesholom.net
PLEASE NOTE: This is not a comprehensive list. We recognize this list is predominately Christian, and it is our hope that we will be able to add mosques, temples, and other religious institutions and groups as we become aware of inclusivity within these places of faith. If you have a positive experience at a place of faith and would like it added to our list, please email lgbtq@nku.edu.
Northern Kentucky University
Student Union 309
20 Kenton Drive
Highland Heights, KY 41099
Local: +1 (859) 572-5835
