Community Resources for Louisiana LGBTQIA+
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Call or Text 988
Louisiana 211 Resource Hotline
Call 211
Text Zip Code 898-211
National Suicide Prevention Llifeline
1-800-273-TALK
Text ‘START’ to 678-678
Call 1-866-488-7386
Virtual Chat Available
888-843-4564
LGBT National Coming Out Support Hotline
888-688-5428
800-246-7743
888-234-7243
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Advocacy and Legal Support
Forum for Equality
Website:forumforequality.org
Services: A Louisiana-based civil rights organization dedicated to the establishment of a society free from discrimination and to the support of good government.Wikipedia
Contact: Fill out online form at forumforequality.org.
ACLU of Louisiana:
Website:laaclu.org
Services: Works to ensure that LGBTQ+ individuals have equal opportunity to participate fully in civil society, advocating for nondiscrimination in employment, housing, and public accommodations.
Community Centers and Support Groups
New Orleans Pride Center
Website:nolapridecenter.org
Services: Provides resources, education, cultural events, and other community-building activities for the LGBTQ+ community in South Louisiana.EBRPL LibGuides
Queer Northshore
Website:queernorthshore.org
Services: Offers resources and support for the LGBTQ+ community on the Northshore, including advocacy and community events.Queer North Shore
ShrevePride (Returns in 2027)
Website:shrevepride.com
Services: Provides community resources and support for LGBTQ+ individuals in the Shreveport area.Shreve Pride
Health and Counseling Services
Mesloh Counseling Center
Website: https://www.meslohcounseling.com/
Services: Offers a safe, inclusive environment celebrating diversity, providing LGBTQIA+ centric counseling options.Shreve Pride
NOAGE (New Orleans Advocates for LGBTQ+ Elders)
Website:noagenola.org
Services: Dedicated to addressing the needs of LGBTQ+ elders in the New Orleans area, offering socialization, education, and advocacy.LCMC Health
Resources for LSU Students
Spectrum at LSU
Email: spectrum@lsu.edu
Services: A resource for the LGBTQ+ community at Louisiana State University, aiming to foster a safe and supportive space through resources, programming, and outreach opportunities.LGBT Archives Louisiana
LGBTQ+ Center at LSU
Website: LGBTQ+ Center
Location: Coates Hall 175, LSU Campus
Services: Offers a big open space for people to study, relax, or socialize, providing support and resources for LGBTQ+ students.LSU Libraries Guides
Statewide Directories
CenterLink Directory of LGBTQ Community Centers in Louisiana
Website:lgbtqcenters.org
Services: Provides a directory of LGBTQ community centers across Louisiana, offering various support and services.
These organizations and centers are dedicated to supporting the LGBTQIA+ community across Louisiana, offering a range of services from advocacy and legal support to health services and community-building activities.
Baton Rouge Resources
LGBT Archives Louisiana
Compiles LGBTQIA+ resources for Louisiana residents.
Website: LGBT Archives Louisiana
Baton Rouge Pride
Baton Rouge, LA
A volunteer-run nonprofit organization dedicated to providing resources, education, cultural events, and other community-building activities for the South Louisiana LGBTQ+ community and its allies. They organize the annual Baton Rouge Pride Fest, one of Louisiana's largest pride celebrations.
Youth Oasis
Website: Youth Oasis
Baton Rouge, LA
A drop-in center for transition-age youth (16-25), providing personal care and homelessness prevention services. They offer support to LGBTQ+ youth in need of housing and other essential services.
Redstick CARES
Baton Rouge, LA
Provides programs and support for the LGBTQIA+ community, including health services and community engagement initiatives.
East Baton Rouge Parish Library - Career Center
Baton Rouge, LA
Offers resources to assist people across the LGBTQ+ spectrum with finding inclusive and welcoming workplaces.
These organizations are dedicated to supporting the LGBTQIA+ community in Baton Rouge through advocacy, education, health services, and community-building activities: East Baton Rouge Parish Library
Worthy Mentoring
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Mental Health and Crisis Support
The Trevor Project
Website:www.thetrevorproject.org
Services: Crisis intervention and suicide prevention for LGBTQ youth under 25. Offers 24/7 text, chat, and phone support.
Contact: Text “START” to 678-678, call 1-866-488-7386, or chat online atthetrevorproject.org.
Trans Lifeline
Website:www.translifeline.org
Services: Peer support hotline run by and for trans individuals.
Contact: Call 877-565-8860.
Languages: Spanish and English
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline)
Website:www.988lifeline.org
Services: Free and confidential support for anyone in distress, including LGBTQIA+ individuals.
Contact: Call or text 988.
Language Options: Spanish, English, Hard of Hearing
LGBT National Help Center
Website: www.lgbthotline.org
Services: Peer support, resources, and information for all LGBTQ+ individuals.
Contact:
National Hotline: 1-888-843-4564
Youth Talkline: 1-800-246-7743
Coming Out Support Hotline: 1-888-688-5428
Senior Hotline: 1-888-234-7243
Email: help@lgbthotline.org
Legal and Advocacy Resources
Lambda Legal
Website:www.lambdalegal.org
Services: Legal support and advocacy for LGBTQ+ individuals and people living with HIV.
Human Rights Campaign (HRC)
Website:www.hrc.org
Services: Advocacy and education focused on achieving equality for LGBTQ+ people.
National Center for Transgender Equality (NCTE)
Website:www.transequality.org
Services: Policy advocacy and resources for transgender individuals.
Community and Health Resources
PFLAG (Parents, Families, and Friends of Lesbians and Gays)
Website:www.pflag.org
Services: Support groups, education, and advocacy for LGBTQ+ individuals and their families.
CenterLink: The Community of LGBT Centers
Website:www.lgbtcenters.org
Services: Directory of LGBTQ+ community centers across the U.S. offering support and services.
GLMA (Health Professionals Advancing LGBTQ+ Equality)
Website:www.glma.org
Services: Resources and directories for LGBTQ+-friendly healthcare providers.
Youth and Family Support
It Gets Better Project
Website:www.itgetsbetter.org
Services: Inspirational stories and resources for LGBTQ+ youth.
Family Equality
Website:www.familyequality.org
Services: Advocacy and resources for LGBTQ+ families and parents.
Misc. Resources
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Trans Lifeline
Peer Support for Trans people, by Trans people
1-877-565-8860Trans Justice Funding Project
Trans-led Grant Funding for Trans-led grassroots organizations.Trans In The South Guide:A Directory of Trans-Affirming Health & Legal Service Providers
Louisiana Trans Advocates offers gender-diverse support groups and links those in need to medical and mental health providers. The group also co-administrates the Louisiana Trans Name Change Fund, which provides monetary aid for name change fees, and maintains a directory of trans-affirming faith groups. Donations are tax-deductible.
House of Tulip offers TGNC people in New Orleans “zero-barrier” access to transitional housing, case management, and community programming. The trans-led organization also keeps a free community closet and organizes the NOLA Trans March of Resilience each November. Donations are 501(c)3 tax deductible.
Updated June 16, 2026