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888-688-5428 888-OUT-LGBT

THE LGBT NATIONAL COMING OUT SUPPORT HOTLINE

A PROGRAM OF THE LGBT NATIONAL HELP CENTER

You decide IF and WHEN Coming out is right for you, and you don’t have do this alone. Our LGBTQIA+ peer support peer support volunteers are here for you.

We can help you when you are struggling with:

-coming out to yourself
-coming out to friends & family
-facing fear and isolation
-searching for local support & resources on your personal journey

We're here for you
if you have questions
or concerns about
coming out.

LGBT Online Peer Support Chat

Connect one-to-one through instant message (IM) with a peer support volunteer

Weekly Youth Chatrooms

Moderated group chatrooms for youth ages 19 and younger to find community and support

Cultivating a Community for You

Cultivating a Community for You

We Provide Free & Confidential Services

We Identify as Part of the LGBTQIA+ Community

We Offer Support, Information, and Local Resources

We Will Never Report Your Calls to an Outside Organization

Additional Support & Resources to Help on Your Journey

Book List

Find a trove of books on different subjects concerning the LGBTQIA+ community

Film List

Videos, films, and channels on LGBTQIA+ issues

Online Media

Other media such as podcasts, webcomics, and music playlists for the community