Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Questioning, Intersex, or Two-Spirit Learning Community
Mission Statement
The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Questioning, Intersex, and Two-Spirit (LGBTQI2-S) Learning Community (LC) provides a forum for Systems of Care and their partners to collaborate, exchange knowledge, network and share best practices to advance the development of culturally and linguistically competent mental health systems for children and youth who are LGBTQI2-S and their families. This learning community will share information on children and adolescents with same-sex and (or) LGBTQI2-S parents/caregivers. The LGBTQI2-S Learning Community will collaborate with the Child, Adolescent and Family Branch’s National Workgroup to Address the Needs of Youth Who Are LGBTQI2-S; national organizations; and other individuals with expertise in enhancing community knowledge and providing appropriate services and supports.
Review the LGBTQI2-S Learning Community's Action Plan (PDF)
Resources
View resources relevant to the LGBTQI2-S Learning Community:
Please visit our new LGBTQI2-S Education Resources webpage to find resources and strategies for creating safe, supportive schools and improving outcomes for LGBTQI2-S students.
LGBTQI2-S National Workgroup for Systems of Care
The Child, Adolescent, and Family Branch (CAFB), Center for Mental Health Services, Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration has initiated a national workgroup to support and enhance services for youth who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, questioning, intersex, or two-spirit (LGBTQI2-S). The workgroup will guide CAFB efforts to develop policies, programs, materials, and other products that will help address the needs of youth who are LGBTQI2-S and their families. Learn more about the LGBTQI2-S National Workgroup.