Resource List

Resources created by self-advocate Thomas Caswell for youth and adults with developmental disabilities coming out as lesbian, gay or bisexual.

Easy Read and Plain Language toolkits about understanding and supporting the LGBTQ+ community.

Statistics and research about equity issues impacting LGBT people with disabilities.

A resource that provides educators and parents an overview of the rights of LGBTQ students with disabilities, as well as actionable recommendations on how to best support them.

A plain language and visual booklet about LGBTQ+ identities. Includes drawings and explanations of sexual acts between same sex partners. Some information only applies to people living in the UK.

A plain language and visual workbook with information about LGBTQ+ identities. Includes activity pages such as flag coloring and drawings to dress with cutout clothing.

A plain language and visual booklet with information about transgender identities and gender transition. Some information only applies to people living in the UK.

Statistics and links about the lives of disabled LGBTQ+ people

A documentary featuring narrative interviews about the sexual lives of people with disabilities.

A drag group featuring drag kings and queens with Down syndrome.

Written by self-advocates, for self-advocates, this guide for survivors of sexual abuse shares information on getting help, finding people you trust, and taking care of yourself.

HRC’s campaigns are focused on mobilizing those who envision a world strengthened by diversity, where our laws and society treat all people equally, including LGBTQ+ people and those who are multiply marginalized.

The National LGBTQ Task Force advances full freedom, justice and equality for LGBTQ people.

Lambda Legal, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, is a national organization committed to achieving full recognition of the civil rights of lesbians, gay men, bisexuals, transgender people and everyone living with HIV through impact litigation, education and public policy work.

GLAAD – the world’s largest Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer (LGBTQ) media advocacy organization – increases media accountability and community engagement that ensures authentic LGBTQ stories are seen, heard, and actualized.

This project provides free booklets, posters, and videos for families on why and how families should show support for their LGBTQ loved ones. There are materials available in multiple languages and faith-based resources.

National organization that provides support groups and resources for parents and families of LGBTQ+ people.

Somos Familia builds leadership in Latinx families and communities to create a culture where people of diverse genders and sexual orientations can thrive. The website includes resources and videos in English and Spanish created by Latinx families.

Resources and videos to support gender-diverse young people and their families.

Resources for helping families understand their LGBTQ kids, including personal stories written by family members and articles in Spanish.

Offer evidence and trauma-informed curriculum, online training, in-services and workshops to help professionals, educators, self-advocates and parents skillfully and confidently navigate sexuality and intellectual, developmental disabilities and autism.

YouTube videos to help people with intellectual and developmental disabilities learn about sex.

Video conversations on dating, love, relationships, and sex created by a sexual health initiative aimed at people living with cognitive disabilities.

An ongoing webinar series that addresses self-advocate questions about relationships and sexuality.

Resources to promote holistic sexual health education for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.