Friend, National Hispanic Heritage Month, observed from September 15 to October 15, is a time to honor the vibrant cultures, traditions, and contributions of Hispanic communities. Join us in recognizing and celebrating the diverse voices of our community and lifting up the stories of Hispanic young people.

Read Now: The Value of Queer Hispanic Joy

Sue Cardena-Soto (they/them) shares their story about a drag queen in Mexico who sang almost exclusively Selena songs, giving them a “near spiritual” experience. As the child of Hispanic parents, Sue discusses the challenges Hispanic LGBTQ young people face, including managing higher rates of discrimination and physical harm.

Hispanic LGBTQ young people deserve joy. We hope you’ll join us in celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month, and if you’re looking to learn more about the Hispanic LGBTQ community, we encourage you to discover more with these great resources:

BIPOC Mental Health: Navigating Stigma >>
What Is Intersectionality, Really? >>
Harvey Guillén On Representation, Hispanic History, And More >>
Allyship In The Classroom With Selina Peña >>

Support from individuals like you enables The Trevor Project to continue our work to end LGBTQ youth suicide through our crisis services as well as the development of resources and guides like these to promote education and allyship.