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Mombian @mombian.bsky.social · 1d

Miss Major Griffin-Gracy, a legendary transgender activist and Stonewall veteran, died Monday night at the age of 78, at home with loved ones. Known as “Mama” to many, she was a parent in multiple ways. mombian.com/2025/10/15/i...

In Memoriam: Miss Major Griffin-Gracy, Black Trans Activist and Parent to Many - Mombian

Miss Major Griffin-Gracy, a legendary transgender activist and Stonewall veteran, died Monday night at the age of 78, at home with loved ones. Known as "Mama" to many, she was a parent in multiple way...

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GLAAD @glaad.bsky.social · 23h

Today on National Latinx AIDS Awareness Day, we celebrate the strength, beauty, and advocacy of Latinx communities impacted by HIV. Ending stigma starts with visibility, with stories that remind us that we are not alone, and we are not invisible.

October 15th is National Latinx AIDS Awareness Day

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The Advocate @advocate.com · 22h

The call to care for ourselves and our communities continues year-round.

More than a month: Prioritizing LGBTQ+ health year-round

The call to care for ourselves and our communities continues year-round.

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wondergirlsaida.bsky.social @wondergirlsaida.bsky.social · 1d

Dear @hrc.org @thetrevorproject.bsky.social @itgetsbetter.bsky.social I want to say thank you for all the Love, Care and Support you give me Im a openly proud member of the LGBTQIA community with multiple identities

I really appreciate everything you have done for the millions of people like myself

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Fruities Team🍉 @fruitiesteam.bsky.social · 20d

Guess what's directly after our masquerade? We are celebrating ACE WEEK! Oct 19th to 25th. Any A-spec streamers are welcome to apply! Deadline to give us your availability is Oct 2nd! Afterwards, it will be first come if we have slots open. 💜 docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F... Please share/repost!

$A promotional graphic for the Fruities 2025 Ace Week Raid Train. Flyer shows the typical Asexual Pride flag colors: purple, white, grey, and black, decorated throughout the flyer. Ace-themed playing cards decorated with grapes and various fruit and the Mx Fruity bat also adorn the edges. Text reads: (Hosted by Fruities) Ace Week Raid Train \\ Oct 19th to 25th \\ A week long raid train to celebrate the Asexual Spectrum! Fruities mascot art and graphic designed by fangphobia.```$

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It Gets Better @itgetsbetter.bsky.social · 2d

The Harlem Renaissance wasn’t just Black and brilliant — it was also boldly queer. Meet the writers, artists, performers and icons responsible for one of the most important cultural eras.

Harlem Renaissance's LGBTQ legacy featured in new exhibit

The New York Historical’s “Gay Harlem Renaissance” exhibition highlights the contributions of LGBTQ writers, artists and performers to one of history’s most important cultural eras.

www.nbcnews.com

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Pocket Akika @pocketakika.bsky.social · 3d

October 19th - 25th is the Ace Week Raid Train, organized by @fruitiesteam.bsky.social

I will be participating on 21st October and raided into at 17:00 and we will raid out at 19:00. We will also be raising money for @itgetsbetter.bsky.social

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It Gets Better @itgetsbetter.bsky.social · 4d

Coming out happens on your terms. This #NationalComingOutDay, we’re celebrating every LGBTQ+ person—out, questioning, or not ready yet.

Your story, your pace, your power. That's the message we want you to hear today. #itgetsbetter

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Mama Dragons @mamadragons.bsky.social · 4d

Today is National Coming Out Day.

Coming out should always be a choice, not a mandate. But forced-outing bills, laws that require teachers or schools to disclose a student’s LGBTQ+ identity without consent, take away that choice and put young people in harm’s way.
#NationalComingOutDay #momsky

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NOH8 Campaign @noh8campaign.bsky.social · 27d

Bipartisan bill introduced to restore 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline services for LGBTQ+ youth "We are in the middle of a mental health crisis, and the 988 Lifeline saves lives, plain and simple"#NOH8

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Consortium @consortium.lgbt · 6d

Today is World Mental Health Day!

LGBT+ communities face unique mental health challenges, and our member organisations across the UK work every day to provide vital and affirming support.

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This image has a white background with a rainbow and an illustration of a hand holding a phone. The black text reads: World Mental Health Day, LGBT+ Help and support services.

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African Queer and Creative

africanqueerandcreative.org

Dedicated to empowering and uplifting queer Africans in the diaspora through the transformative power of creativity.

African Rainbow Family

africanrainbowfamily.org

Grassroots LGBTIQ+ charity that campaigns for and supports LGBTIQ+ refugees and people seeking asylum of African heritage and the Global Majority in the UK.

AKT (Albert Kennedy Trust)

akt.org.uk

The National LGBTQ+ youth homelessness charity

Black Trans Foundation

linktr.ee/blacktransfoundation

Resources for Black trans people

Black Trans Hub UK

www.blacktranshub.co.uk

Resource for global majority* transgender people who are struggling to access information about transgender healthcare.

Birmingham LGBT

blgbt.org

We offer a range of services for the LGBT Community in Birmingham and beyond, including sexual health, domestic violence, counselling, wellbeing support and more.

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Brighton & Hove Switchboard

www.switchboard.org.uk

Switchboard is a charity for LGBTQ+ people looking for a sense of community, support or information.

Cara-Friend

cara-friend.org.uk

Supporting and empowering the LGBTQI+ community in

Northern Ireland.

The Clare Project

clareproject.org.uk

Supporting trans, non-binary and intersex adults in Sussex.

CliniQ is a trans-led sexual health service in London, which provides STI & HIV testing, PrEP and PEP, mental wellbeing support, and more, for all trans, nonbinary and gender diverse people.

elop

elop.org

A holistic LGBTQ+ centre offering various support services to LGBTQ+ communities.

Galop

galop.org.uk

National Helpline for LGBT+ Victims and Survivors of Abuse and Violence.

Helpline: 0800 999 5428

Email: help@galop.org.uk

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Imaan LGBTI+ Muslim Support

imaanlondon.wordpress.com

Supporting LGBTIQ+ Muslims and provides an online forum where people can share experiences and ask for help.

Intercom Trust

www.intercomtrust.org.uk

We are an LGBT+ led charity, proudly working with 1000’s of people each year to improve wellbeing and inclusion across the region.

Helpline: 0800 612 3010

Open: 9:00 - 4:00pm, Monday to Friday

Lancashire LGBT

lancslgbt.org.uk

We are the LGBTQ+ charity for all of Lancashire, supporting LGBTQ+ mental health and wellbeing since 2009.

Leicestershire LGBTQ+ Centre

www.leicestershirelgbtqcentre.org

Our centre is a vibrant and inclusive space dedicated to celebrating diversity, fostering community, and providing support to LGBTQ+ individuals in Leicester, Leicestershire, and Rutland.

LGBT Foundation

lgbt.foundation

We are a national charity with LGBTQ+ health and wellbeing at the heart of everything we do. We celebrate and empower LGBTQ+ individuals and our diverse communities to realise their full potential, every day.

Helpline: 0345 3 30 30 30

helpline@lgbt.foundation

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It Gets Better @itgetsbetter.bsky.social · 5d

Milestone moment for @itgetsbettercanada.bsky.social 🇨🇦
They’ve launched GLO, a mental health app by and for LGBTQ+ youth, made possible through a $1.5M CAD investment from the Government of Canada. Alongside our own imi.guide, it's redefining how queer youth access mental health support.

Meet GLO: A Bright New Way for LGBTQ+ Youth to Care for Their Mental Health

By Ariella Assouline (she/her)Senior Manager of Programs for It Gets Better As someone who works every day with LGBTQ+ youth, educators, and families, I’ve seen firsthand how important it is for young...

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Queerty @queerty.com · 6d

Meet the out LGBTQ Olympians and elite athletes forming a new support network - buff.ly/4Je0UaX

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It Gets Better @itgetsbetter.bsky.social · 6d

Learn the hidden stories of the queer artists, writers and performers who helped define the Harlem Renaissance.

'The Gay Harlem Renaissance' exhibit spotlights queer Black artists who shaped history

The New York Historical's major fall show traces the lives and legacies of LGBTQ+ figures who powered one of the most iconic movements in American culture.

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GLAAD @glaad.bsky.social · 7d

It's International Lesbian Day. Tag your fave lesbian. 🩷🤍🧡

October 8th is International Lesbian Day

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It Gets Better @itgetsbetter.bsky.social · 8d

Thank you @showciety.org for considering It Gets Better for this year's charity event. A lot of amazing nonprofits to consider, but for folks who are able and interested in voting, info 👇 #itgetsbetter

Super Mario Showciety @showciety.org · 9d

It's the most wonderful time of the year!

That's right! It's time to start preparing for our annual charity event, Showciety Gives Back!

The vote to decide which cause we are supporting this year is live in the discord. RIGHT NOW!

a spongebob squarepants scene with a mailbox and a flower

Alt: a spongebob squarepants scene of him sending his vote via mail

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It Gets Better @itgetsbetter.bsky.social · 8d

Heightened Scrutiny follows Chase Strangio’s fight at the Supreme Court for trans youth’s right to gender-affirming care. It's an urgent call to action, and if you're in Denver, Raleigh, or Austin, you can see it this Thursday at @alamodrafthouse.bsky.social - learn more. bit.ly/HS_ALAMO

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It Gets Better @itgetsbetter.bsky.social · 12d

National Coming Out Day is next Saturday.

Visibility + support change everything. Explore free EduGuides + resources for teachers, parents & allies. Help us make sure LGBTQ+ youth know they’re never alone and that their stories and experiences matter. #itgetsbetter #nationalcomingoutday

Bring National Coming Out Day Into the Classroom

By Raelee Sweet, Assistant Manager of Education for It Gets Better Next Saturday is National Coming Out Day, a day to celebrate self-acceptance and finding supportive communities where you can be your...

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It Gets Better @itgetsbetter.bsky.social · 13d

PSA, spread the word: Undead Voice (a trans owned & operated voice training company) is offering a FREE 3-week trans voice masterclass!

• Evidence-based strategies
• Interactive exercises
• Practical techniques
• Supportive community

🔗 Spots are limited, snag a spot: undeadvoice.com/joinjumpstart

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It Gets Better @itgetsbetter.bsky.social · 13d

We love a queer basketball star who also happens to run the table on Uno.

USA TODAY @usatoday.com · 13d

Alyssa Thomas’ competitiveness stretches far beyond the basketball court.
Just ask Kahleah Copper, who lost a not-so-friendly game of UNO to Thomas.

Mercury’s UNO Queen Alyssa Thomas drops Draw 4s ahead of WNBA Finals

Alyssa Thomas’ competitiveness stretches far beyond the basketball court. Just ask Kahleah Copper, who lost a not-so-friendly game of UNO to Thomas.

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It Gets Better @itgetsbetter.bsky.social · 13d

Who wants to tell her? 😉

Republican Lawmaker Thinks Investigating Bi Awareness Week Is a Good Use of Government Time

Rep. Ashley Hinson of Iowa asked the Education Secretary to weigh in on student-created PSAs on bisexuality.

www.them.us

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It Gets Better @itgetsbetter.bsky.social · 13d

Ale wants LGBTQ+ youth who might be experiencing this to know:

💜 You’re not the only one going through this
💜 It Gets Better and other students are out here rooting for you
💜 There’s a whole community out there waiting to accept you the way you are - even if you haven’t met us yet!

#itgetsbetter

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It Gets Better @itgetsbetter.bsky.social · 13d

Our Youth Voices ambassador Ale, 16 (she/they) wrote this song, titled “Hail Mary,” for LGBTQ+ youth finding trouble fitting in at school - especially private religious schools. And we think it's pretty darn good. So help us amplify it, will you?

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It Gets Better @itgetsbetter.bsky.social · 17d

Thank you, George! "I share my own stories so that new generations will be better informed about their history and themselves. Please stand with me in opposing censorship, so that we all can find ourselves — and each other — in books."

George Takei boldly goes on new mission to fight anti-LGBTQ+ book bans - LGBTQ Nation

"As a gay young man in the closet, I felt confused and hungry for understanding about myself and the world around me," the award-winning author said.

www.lgbtqnation.com

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It Gets Better @itgetsbetter.bsky.social · 18d

Humble Bundle has raised nearly $10K for It Gets Better this week, and that’s on top of the hundreds of thousands they’ve raised for us over the years. Check out the bundles available now from @humblebundle.com

@synty.bsky.social software bundle: bit.ly/46Imxsu

XCrawl Book Bundle: bit.ly/4nt2NjQ

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