Hello, Friend! Today is World Mental Health Day, an opportunity for us to spread knowledge, raise awareness, and drive action to promote and protect everyone’s mental health. Our 2023 U.S. National Survey on the Mental Health of LGBTQ Young People highlights an urgent need for mental health support within the LGBTQ young people community:

• 67% of LGBTQ young people reported experiencing anxiety symptoms and 54% reported experiencing depression.
• Of the more than 28,000 LGBTQ young people surveyed, 81% want mental health care. Only 44% of those who sought mental health care could access it.

These figures tell the story of the challenges that LGBTQ young people face in their mental health journeys. We must all work together to ensure that every LGBTQ young person has access to the mental health care they need.

If you are or know an LGBTQ young person currently struggling with their mental health or experiencing a moment of crisis, we urge you to utilize or provide resources to connect with a supportive and affirming community of volunteers and peers. We’re here for you, day or night.

Find community and support with The Trevor Project:

• Reach one of our trained counselors. Our 24/7 helpline is available for LGBTQ young people in crisis. Please call us at 1-866-488-7386, text ‘START’ to 678-678, or send us a message via Live Chat. Learn more or get help now >>
• Find a community of other LGBTQ young people on TrevorSpace. With over 400,000 members around the world, this safe and supportive online community offers LGBTQ young people a space to connect, find resources and support, and share experiences. Learn more now >>

Let’s come together to reaffirm the critical importance of mental health care access. Your support and advocacy play a crucial role in creating a world where LGBTQ young people can thrive. Together, we can make a difference.