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Pronouns are often a very important part of an LGBTQ+ person’s identity. They are centric to how we conceptualize ourselves and others within a deeply gendered world. They are also one of the most utilized aspects of grammar during everyday speech, and therefore it’s important to understand the nuances of contemporary pronouns. Whether you’re still working through your own identity, or learning more about pronouns to support a loved one, this resource is for you!

Virginia is facing a housing crisis, fueled by the COVID-19 Pandemic and systemic injustices within our institutions. We’ve made a short guide to help you understand the situation, discuss what moratoriums in VA mean, provide some resources to find housing, and explore how LGBTQ+ and BIPOC Virginians face violence within our housing systems.

Sexual Assault is vastly misunderstood within marginalized communities. We’ve created this resource for LGBTQ+ survivors and educators, which includes LGBTQ+ statistics, Myths and Misconceptions, and LGBTQ+ Friendly Crisis resources in Virginia.

Human Trafficking affects LGBTQ+/QTPOC people at a disproportionate rate. View this resource for information on how HT manifests in LGBTQ+ communities & some LGBTQ+/QTPOC friendly resources for victims and advocates.

Domestic and Intimate Partner Violence occurs at similar rates within LGBTQ+ partnerships as it does with Heterosexual couples. Despite this, it often goes unrecognized by those within and without the community, due to a lack of resources that explore the unique signs of LGBTQ+ DV/IPV. We’ve created this document to explore those signs, discuss what DV/IPV mean, and provide LGBTQ+ friendly resources for survivors and advocates.

Our partners at the Virginia Commonwealth University have released this resource for identifying, naming and quantifying Domestic and Intimate Partner Violence. Follow the link below to a page containing characteristics of Domestic/IP Violence, statistics relating to Domestic/IP Violence in the state of Virginia, and a compilation of various resources available to Virginians experiencing violence.

It’s okay to not be okay. It’s also okay to not know how to talk to others about being okay, or to be unsure about how to talk with others about what you need. Use the document below to look at some common feelings and misconceptions around asking for help, and for a step-by-step exercise to help you get more comfortable asking!

Let’s talk joy! In any moment of your day, whether you’re stressed, bored, or something else, there is joy within reach. This isn’t about stuffing down your feelings or pretending you’re okay. If you’re sad, it’s okay to feel sad. But if you want to feel joy, you absolutely can. Think about what’s around you and how you want to feel good. Focus on your 5 senses. Get creative!

Within the Crossword below are some ideas of where you can seek joy or positive vibes this week!

Boundaries are important. Without them, we would be unable to let others know what makes us comfortable or uncomfortable in different spaces. You deserve to always feel as though your voice is being heard, though we know that communicating boundaries can be difficult – especially for those of us who have experienced systemic and historic marginalization. Here’s a resource for a simple trick to use when discussing your boundaries with others!

Perfectionism can be a drain on your daily mental health and overall wellness, particularly in a world that demands the most from Queer, Trans/GNC and BIPOC folx.

Here are some of the pitfalls of perfectionism. In addition to the usual narratives of “take it easy on yourself” and “nobody’s perfect”, it’s helpful to break down the ways in which perfectionism harms you.

1. Richmond/Central Virginia
2. Northern Virginia
   • The Women’s Initiative Jefferson School City Center 
     233 4th Street NW, Room 255-B Charlottesville, Virginia 22903 Phone: (434) 872-0047 / Fax: (434) 202-7694 
     WomensInitiative.org
3. Southwest Virginia
   • Andrew Matzner, LCSW 
     1402 Grandin Road Roanoke, Virginia 20415 
     Phone: (540) 819-0429 / Email: andymatzner [at] gmail.com 
     AndyMatzner.com

1. Richmond/Central Virginia
   • Richmond Creative Counseling, LLC 
     1900 Byrd Avenue Richmond, Virginia 23230 
     Phone: (804) 592-6311 / Fax: (804) 237-0532 
     RichmondCreativecounseling.com/
2. Northern Virginia
   • Kimberly Thrasher, LCSW
     9396 South Congress Street New Market, Virginia 22844 
     Phone: (540) 247-6308 / Fax: (540) 302-8056 
     PeaceofMyHeartCoun.wixsite.com/kimberlythrasherlcsw
3. Southwest Virginia
   • Andrew Matzner, LCSW
     1402 Grandin Road Roanoke, Virginia 20415 
     Phone: (540) 819-0429 / Email: andymatzner [at] gmail.com 
     AndyMatzner.com/

1. Richmond/Central Virginia
   • Richmond Creative Counseling, LLC 
     1900 Byrd Avenue Richmond, Virginia 23230 
     Phone: (804) 592-6311 / Fax: (804) 237-0532 
     RichmondCreativeCounseling.com/
   • Family Advocacy Clinic
     5717 Midlothian Tpke. Richmond, VA 23225 
     291-9340
2. Northern Virginia
   • Kimberly Thrasher, LCSW 
     9396 South Congress Street New Market, Virginia 22844 
     Phone: (540) 247-6308 / Fax: (540) 302-8056 
     PeaceofMyHeartCoun.wixsite.com/kimberlythrasherlcsw
3. Southwest Virginia

1. Richmond/Central Virginia
   • Lisa Griffin
     Email: lisa@drlisagriffin.com
     DrLisaGriffin.com
2. Northern Virginia
   • Kimberly Thrasher, LCSW 
     9396 South Congress Street New Market, Virginia 22844 
     Phone: (540) 247-6308 / Fax: (540) 302-8056 
     PeaceofMyHeartCoun.wixsite.com/kimberlythrasherlcsw
3. Southwest Virginia

1. Housing Families First Hilliard House
   (804) 236-5800
   3900 Nine Mile Rd, Richmond, VA 23223
2. Caritas
   (804) 343-2045
   1125 Commerce Rd, Richmond, VA 23224
3. Safe Haven
   (804) 231-7137
   2864 Hull St, Richmond, VA 23224
4. YWCA Richmond
   (804) 643-6761
   6 N 5th St, Richmond, VA 23219

1. Bailey’s Shelter and Supportive Housing
   (703) 820-7621
   5914 Seminary Rd, Falls Church, VA 22041
2. Northern Virginia Family Service
   (571) 748-2500
   10455 White Granite Dr #100, Oakton, VA 22124

1. ACTS Homeless Shelter
   (703) 221-3188
   17866 Main St, Dumfries, VA 22026

• Richmond WIC office: (804) 205-9816
• Henrico WIC office: (804) 501-1610
• Ashburn WIC office: (703) 777-0239
• Centreville WIC office: (703) 830-6100
• Belmont WIC office: (540) 857-6063
• Virginia Beach WIC: (757) 491-5183