The federal government plans to eliminate services for LGBTQ youth who call 988, the national suicide and crisis hotline, according to a Health and Human Services budget draft leaked last week.
HHS plans to cut the national suicide hotline’s program for LGBTQ youth
In February, the program received an average of 2,100 contacts per day.
www.motherjones.com
April 22, 2025 at 7:14 PM
The federal government plans to eliminate services for LGBTQ youth who call 988, the national suicide and crisis hotline, according to a Health and Human Services budget draft leaked last week.
They want LGBTQ youth dead. They are eugenicists, plain and simple.
The federal government plans to eliminate services for LGBTQ youth who call 988, the national suicide and crisis hotline, according to a Health and Human Services budget draft leaked last week.
HHS plans to cut the national suicide hotline’s program for LGBTQ youth
In February, the program received an average of 2,100 contacts per day.
www.motherjones.com
April 22, 2025 at 8:19 PM
They want LGBTQ youth dead. They are eugenicists, plain and simple.
Cutting specialized suicide prevention services for LGBTQ youth — during Pride Month, no less — is disgusting.
To our LGBTQ youth: California has your back. We’ll keep investing in resources to help you lead safe and healthy lives.
To our LGBTQ youth: California has your back. We’ll keep investing in resources to help you lead safe and healthy lives.
June 19, 2025 at 1:32 AM
Cutting specialized suicide prevention services for LGBTQ youth — during Pride Month, no less — is disgusting.
To our LGBTQ youth: California has your back. We’ll keep investing in resources to help you lead safe and healthy lives.
To our LGBTQ youth: California has your back. We’ll keep investing in resources to help you lead safe and healthy lives.
This week, I visited The Center alongside Prime Minister Rob Jetten of the Netherlands to learn how this vital institution supports our city’s LGBTQ+ youth.
September 27, 2026 at 3:07 PM
This week, I visited The Center alongside Prime Minister Rob Jetten of the Netherlands to learn how this vital institution supports our city’s LGBTQ+ youth.
RFK Jr’s HHS Plans to Cut the National Suicide Hotline’s Program for LGBTQ Youth. It receives on average 2,100 contacts a day. This is metaphorically telling LGBTQ youth they can go kill themselves. www.motherjones.com/politics/202...
HHS plans to cut the national suicide hotline’s program for LGBTQ youth
In February, the program received an average of 2,100 contacts per day.
www.motherjones.com
April 24, 2025 at 2:15 AM
RFK Jr’s HHS Plans to Cut the National Suicide Hotline’s Program for LGBTQ Youth. It receives on average 2,100 contacts a day. This is metaphorically telling LGBTQ youth they can go kill themselves. www.motherjones.com/politics/202...
This afternoon, the Trump administration officially shut down the LGBTQ Youth Specialized Services program within the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. The program allowed callers under 25 to speak with counselors trained to support LGBTQ youth, an option that has now been eliminated.
July 17, 2025 at 9:59 PM
This afternoon, the Trump administration officially shut down the LGBTQ Youth Specialized Services program within the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. The program allowed callers under 25 to speak with counselors trained to support LGBTQ youth, an option that has now been eliminated.
Chappell Roan Unveils Midwest Princess Fund for Trans Youth — and She’s Already Raised $400K
Chappell Roan Unveils Midwest Princess Fund for Trans Youth — and She’s Already Raised $400K
Chappell Roan has announced her Midwest Princess Project for trans and LGBTQ+ youth, and the fund has already raised $400K.
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Chappell Roan Unveils Midwest Princess Fund for Trans Youth — and She’s Already Raised $400K
I fought damn hard to create the 988 Hotline because help should not be hard to get – regardless of who you are or where you live.
This is wrong and cruel – and you can be sure I will fight this. www.axios.com/2025/04/23/l...
This is wrong and cruel – and you can be sure I will fight this. www.axios.com/2025/04/23/l...
LGBTQ+ youth suicide hotline among proposed HHS budget cuts
Mental health challenges are pervasive among LGBTQ+ youth.
www.axios.com
April 24, 2025 at 3:00 PM
I fought damn hard to create the 988 Hotline because help should not be hard to get – regardless of who you are or where you live.
This is wrong and cruel – and you can be sure I will fight this. www.axios.com/2025/04/23/l...
This is wrong and cruel – and you can be sure I will fight this. www.axios.com/2025/04/23/l...
Amy Grant to headline WeHo benefit for unhoused youth, including LGBTQ youth.
The event “will include young people talking about how the organization has helped to save their lives. They’re expected to describe their experiences w/homelessness and how CHC’s programs helped them reach independence.”
The event “will include young people talking about how the organization has helped to save their lives. They’re expected to describe their experiences w/homelessness and how CHC’s programs helped them reach independence.”
Amy Grant Plays the Troubadour to Benefit LGBTQ Youth in West Hollywood | WEHOonline
Amy Grant plays the Troubadour on May 13 to raise funds for LGBTQ youth homelessness through Covenant House California in West Hollywood. WEHOonline
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May 12, 2026 at 3:24 AM
Amy Grant to headline WeHo benefit for unhoused youth, including LGBTQ youth.
The event “will include young people talking about how the organization has helped to save their lives. They’re expected to describe their experiences w/homelessness and how CHC’s programs helped them reach independence.”
The event “will include young people talking about how the organization has helped to save their lives. They’re expected to describe their experiences w/homelessness and how CHC’s programs helped them reach independence.”
Trevor Project released its annual LGBTQ youth mental health report. The results are shocking.
40% of trans youth seriously considered attempting suicide in the past year.
Trans youth who wanted hormones but couldn’t access them were nearly twice as likely to attempt suicide than those who could.
40% of trans youth seriously considered attempting suicide in the past year.
Trans youth who wanted hormones but couldn’t access them were nearly twice as likely to attempt suicide than those who could.
May 6, 2026 at 3:10 PM
Trevor Project released its annual LGBTQ youth mental health report. The results are shocking.
40% of trans youth seriously considered attempting suicide in the past year.
Trans youth who wanted hormones but couldn’t access them were nearly twice as likely to attempt suicide than those who could.
40% of trans youth seriously considered attempting suicide in the past year.
Trans youth who wanted hormones but couldn’t access them were nearly twice as likely to attempt suicide than those who could.
The Trump administration is advancing efforts to dismantle mental health services tailored for LGBTQ+ youth, particularly within the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
May 8, 2025 at 3:04 AM
The Trump administration is advancing efforts to dismantle mental health services tailored for LGBTQ+ youth, particularly within the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
In 30 days, LGBTQ+ youth will lose the life-saving suicide hotline—a program that’s supported over 1.3 million young people.
When folks are in crisis, this admin chooses cruelty over care—every time.
But this is the party of “family values,” right?
When folks are in crisis, this admin chooses cruelty over care—every time.
But this is the party of “family values,” right?
Trump administration to shut down LGBTQ youth suicide hotline
The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline will no longer utilize its LGBTQ youth service line starting July 17. The Trump administration says the move will "focus on serving all help seekers."
www.nbcnews.com
June 18, 2025 at 8:42 PM
In 30 days, LGBTQ+ youth will lose the life-saving suicide hotline—a program that’s supported over 1.3 million young people.
When folks are in crisis, this admin chooses cruelty over care—every time.
But this is the party of “family values,” right?
When folks are in crisis, this admin chooses cruelty over care—every time.
But this is the party of “family values,” right?
California to provide LGBTQ suicide prevention hotline after Trump administration axes it
California to provide LGBTQ suicide prevention hotline after Trump administration axes it
The Trevor Project’s 2024 national survey on the mental health of LGBTQ young people found that 39% of LGBTQ+ youth had seriously considered attempting suicide in the past year, including rou…
www.mercurynews.com
July 17, 2025 at 1:29 AM
California to provide LGBTQ suicide prevention hotline after Trump administration axes it
June 18, 2025 at 10:37 AM
At RFK Jr’s direction, HHS plans to cut the National Suicide Hotline’s program for LGBTQ youth. In February, the program received an average of 2,100 contacts per day.
HHS plans to cut the national suicide hotline’s program for LGBTQ youth
In February, the program received an average of 2,100 contacts per day.
www.motherjones.com
April 22, 2025 at 9:27 PM
At RFK Jr’s direction, HHS plans to cut the National Suicide Hotline’s program for LGBTQ youth. In February, the program received an average of 2,100 contacts per day.
The entire motto of this administration towards LGBTQ youth is "fuck them kids."
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Education Department formally rescinds Title IX protections for LGBTQ students
The Education Department announced Monday it has formally rescinded the Biden-era Title IX interpretation that gave sex-based discrimination protections to students on the basis of sexual orientati…
thehill.com
September 28, 2026 at 6:02 PM
The entire motto of this administration towards LGBTQ youth is "fuck them kids."
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thehill.com/homenews/edu...
3. Up to 40% of homeless youth in the United States identify as LGBTQ+, and 28% of LGBTQ+ youth report experiencing homelessness at some point in their lives—most often after being kicked out by unsupportive family members.
nn4youth.org/lgbtq-homele...
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LGBTQ+ Youth Homelessness
Prevalence of youth homelessness and LGBTQ+ homelessness
Research has shown that those who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or questioning (LGBTQ+) have a 120% higher risk of experien...
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March 29, 2025 at 10:34 PM
3. Up to 40% of homeless youth in the United States identify as LGBTQ+, and 28% of LGBTQ+ youth report experiencing homelessness at some point in their lives—most often after being kicked out by unsupportive family members.
nn4youth.org/lgbtq-homele...
nn4youth.org/lgbtq-homele...
There's incompetence and stupidity...and then there's just plain and simple cruelty. The annual funding for this vital service to LGBTQ youth is $50 million, a minuscule sum.
#DEPLORABLE
HHS plans to cut the national suicide hotline’s program for LGBTQ youth www.motherjones.com/politics/202...
#DEPLORABLE
HHS plans to cut the national suicide hotline’s program for LGBTQ youth www.motherjones.com/politics/202...
HHS plans to cut the national suicide hotline’s program for LGBTQ youth
In February, the program received an average of 2,100 contacts per day.
www.motherjones.com
April 24, 2025 at 9:11 AM
There's incompetence and stupidity...and then there's just plain and simple cruelty. The annual funding for this vital service to LGBTQ youth is $50 million, a minuscule sum.
#DEPLORABLE
HHS plans to cut the national suicide hotline’s program for LGBTQ youth www.motherjones.com/politics/202...
#DEPLORABLE
HHS plans to cut the national suicide hotline’s program for LGBTQ youth www.motherjones.com/politics/202...
The Trump administration's decision to end the 988's specialized lifeline is a cruel reversal of proven practices.
In Illinois, we stand with our LGBTQ+ community.
If you need help and you call 988 here, you'll still be met with compassion and respect.
In Illinois, we stand with our LGBTQ+ community.
If you need help and you call 988 here, you'll still be met with compassion and respect.
State health agency ensures 988 LGBTQ+ youth services will continue
Illinois will continue to provide mental health support for LGBTQ+ youth despite federal funding cuts to the service.
www.wglt.org
July 18, 2025 at 11:42 PM
The Trump administration's decision to end the 988's specialized lifeline is a cruel reversal of proven practices.
In Illinois, we stand with our LGBTQ+ community.
If you need help and you call 988 here, you'll still be met with compassion and respect.
In Illinois, we stand with our LGBTQ+ community.
If you need help and you call 988 here, you'll still be met with compassion and respect.
“Stripping away this lifeline leaves LGBTQ+ youth with the message that their lives are not worth saving. We refuse to accept that message.” variety.com/2025/politic...
Pedro Pascal, Ariana Grande and Dua Lipa Sign Open Letter Supporting Federal Funding for LGBTQ+ Youth Suicide Prevention
Pedro Pascal, Ariana Grande and Dua Lipa are among more than 100 celebs siging an open letter to protect federal funding for LGBTQ youth suicide prevention.
variety.com
June 3, 2025 at 2:05 AM
“Stripping away this lifeline leaves LGBTQ+ youth with the message that their lives are not worth saving. We refuse to accept that message.” variety.com/2025/politic...
Farmers, veterans LGBTQ youth - this regime encourages death by suicide.
Mental health isn’t a thing.
Mental health isn’t a thing.
April 30, 2025 at 12:27 PM
Farmers, veterans LGBTQ youth - this regime encourages death by suicide.
Mental health isn’t a thing.
Mental health isn’t a thing.
Hey look. You can be a Democrat politician and support LGBTQ youth at the same time.
Who knew?!
Who knew?!
This week, I visited The Center alongside Prime Minister Rob Jetten of the Netherlands to learn how this vital institution supports our city’s LGBTQ+ youth.
September 28, 2026 at 3:29 AM
Hey look. You can be a Democrat politician and support LGBTQ youth at the same time.
Who knew?!
Who knew?!