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Content Warning — This email contains references to suicide.
Last week, the Trump administration pulled the plug on a critical hotline
for LGBTQ+ youth. For three years, anyone calling 988 — the national
suicide crisis number — could press 3 to reach a counselor trained to
support young queer people’s unique mental health needs.
[ [link removed] ]A headline from NPR discussing the Trump admin's recent decision to cut
funding for a special hotline that catered to young queer people.
Now that option is gone,
John.
This isn’t just a policy decision. It’s a deliberate act that strips
essential care from a vulnerable group already at a higher risk of
suicide. And advocates across the board have called the move cruel.
But there are still other ways to help.
The Trevor Project, which has been serving LGBTQ+ youth through its own
hotline, will continue to provide support to young queer people, but the
loss of federal funding means their capacity has been cut in half.
That's where you come in,
John.
[ [link removed] ]If you're able to, please consider making a donation to The Trevor
Project today. Every dollar helps fill the gap left by this reckless
decision — and ensures that LGBTQ+ youth still have someone to turn to
when it matters most.
[ [link removed] ]DONATE
With gratitude,
LeftNet
Even though the press 3 option is no longer available, anyone in crisis —
including young people — call or text the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
to connect with a counselor.
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