LGBTQ+ Resources

Visit the Barnes Center at The Arch Gender Affirming Health and Wellness webpage for more information.

  • Affinity Groups
    • LGBTQ+ Advocates and Supporters is for alumni, parents family and friends who wish to foster a sense of personal pride, professional resources and community for current and former members of the Syracuse University LGBTQ+ and ally communities.
    • The LGBTQ+ Grad Student Group is an informal monthly meet-up that serves as a network for members of the LGBTQ+ community and its allies.
    • oSTEM Affinity Group is an affinity space for queer students in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) to connect. Contact Abigail Fite at alfite@syr.edu if you’re interested in joining.
  • Employee Resources
    • The LGBTQ+ Employee Affinity Group is a group in progress of developing in Spring 2025. If you are interested in becoming part of this affinity group, please contact Zia Jackson at zrjackso@syr.edu.
    • Safe Zone Training is a formal training for allies of the LGBTQ+ community to learn how to support, amplify and celebrate queer voices and foster an inclusive community at Syracuse University. This is in partnership with the Office of Diversity and Inclusion; more details on how to sign up are coming soon.
  • Hendricks Chapel is the student-centered global home for religious, spiritual, moral and ethical life and provides inclusive, supportive resources, groups and programming.
  • The LGBTQ Living Learning Community (LLC) allows students to live with LGBTQ+ and ally students, participate in social events and live in DellPlain Hall, in close proximity to the LGBTQ+ Resource Center.
  • The LGBTQ Studies minor introduces students to the field of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ) studies. The minor is open and welcoming to all students and offers a sustained opportunity to learn about LGBTQ experience, history and scholarship, as well as explore fundamental questions about sexualities, bodies, identities, communities, social movements and liberation politics. As an interdisciplinary field, LGBTQ Studies critically examines the significance of sexuality and gender identity to social organization, cultural production and historical change from a wide range of academic disciplines.
  • Pride Union is a Recognized Student Organization (RSO) devoted to enriching the lives of LGBTQ+ students at Syracuse University. Their goal is to foster a sense of community while allowing space for dialogue that provokes a wider understanding of the complexities of identity.
  • STOP Bias and Hate is a University-wide initiative that educates the campus community about bias and hate and provides resources to report and receive support for bias-related or hate incidents.
  • Syracuse University Policies

  • ACR Health is a not-for-profit, community-based organization providing a range of support services to individuals with chronic diseases, including HIV/AIDS, diabetes, heart disease, obesity, asthma, substance use disorders and serious mental illnesses, with the goal of positive health outcomes. Furthermore, ACR Health provides a wide variety of targeted prevention and sexual health services to individuals, from youth through adulthood, as well as to community groups and organizations, with the goal of informed and responsible decision making.
  • The CNY HIV Care Network aims to work in solidarity with consumers and providers to reduce stigma and discrimination, promote involvement, reduce the number of new infections through education, advocate for access to quality health care services and promote respect for the human rights of all people infected with or affected by HIV/AIDS.
  • The CNY New York Civil Liberties Union is one of the nation’s foremost defenders of civil liberties and civil rights.
  • CNY Pride encourages, empowers, and celebrates the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer community and their friends, families and supporters.
  • The Cortland LGBTQ Resource Center strives to create a visible and empowered community through education, advocacy, resource enhancement and linkages to essential services for all lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer-identified people, as well as their families and other supportive community members.
  • F.A.C.E.S. is a New York State Department of Health AIDS Institute funded program. Since 1993, they have been providing HIV awareness and prevention services for communities of color in the Syracuse area.
  • Friends of Dorothy is an initiative to be supportive of people with AIDS. Since October of 1992, Friends of Dorothy House has offered home-based care to people with AIDS.
  • LGBTQ Syracuse strives to be a voice for the LGBTQ+ community and supportive allies, provide a networking platform and share local events and news from around the world.
  • The New York State Division of Human Rights works to ensure that every citizen has an equal opportunity to enjoy a full and productive life. They are active against discrimination in employment, housing, credit, places of public accommodations and non-sectarian educational institutions based on age, race, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, mental status, disability, military status and other specified classes.
  • PEACE Inc. helps people in the community realize their potential for becoming self-sufficient.
  • Planned Parenthood is a trusted health care provider, an informed educator, a passionate advocate and a global partner helping similar organizations around the world. Planned Parenthood delivers vital reproductive health care, sex education and information to millions of women, men and young people worldwide.
  • Pride and Joy Families is dedicated to helping lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ+) people in upstate New York achieve their goals of building and sustaining healthy families. We do this by providing support, advocacy, information and access to community as well as sensitive health care and services.
  • The Q Center provides a safe and supportive space for LGBTQ+ youth, provides resources that cultivate pride and leadership skills, and works to create a safer community for LGBTQ+ youth.
  • SAGE Upstate is a not-for-profit organization that promotes the health and well being of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning people in Central New York as they age.
  • The Syracuse Gay and Lesbian Chorus is a community choral ensemble of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender people and their allies, dedicated to providing and performing an eclectic and entertaining offering of quality choral music which reflects the diverse nature of our community and serves to unite us with the wider community around us.
  • The Transgender Alliance of CNY is a social and support group for trans identified persons in the Central New York area.
  • The Transgender Health Services Network of CNY strives to provide care for the transgender population of Central New York.
  • Vera House is a comprehensive domestic and sexual violence service agency providing shelter, advocacy and counseling services for women, children and men; education and prevention programs; and community coordination.
  • Volunteer Lawyers Project of CNY is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit legal aid organization that provides free legal information, assistance and representation in civil legal matters to low-income people in Central New York. Services are provided by staff and volunteer attorneys with the help of paralegals and law students. Services throughout Central New York include legal issues related to housing, family, elders, LGBT rights, immigration, debt and economic opportunity.

  • Advocates for Youth partners with youth leaders, adult allies and youth-serving organizations to advocate for policies and champion programs that recognize young people’s rights to honest sexual health information; accessible, confidential and affordable sexual health services; and the resources and opportunities necessary to create sexual health equity for all youth.
  • The American Civil Liberties Union has worked for almost 100 years to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States.
  • Campus Pride serves LGBTQ+ and ally student leaders and campus organizations in the areas of leadership development, support programs and services to create safer, more inclusive LGBTQ+-friendly colleges and universities. It exists to develop, support and give “voice and action” in building future LGBTQ+ and ally student leaders.
  • COLAGE unites people with lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and/or queer parents into a network of peers and supports them as they nurture and empower each other to be skilled, self-confident and just leaders in our collective communities.
  • GLAAD rewrites the script for LGBTQ+ acceptance. As a dynamic media force, GLAAD tackles tough issues to shape the narrative and provoke dialogue that leads to cultural change. GLAAD protects all that has been accomplished and creates a world where everyone can live the life they love.
  • Global Action for Trans* Equality is a trans* network coordinator, facilitator and advocate to the “outside” world. GATE works to unite trans* movements for common goals while developing trans* agendas on a conceptual policy level.
  • The Human Rights Campaign represents a force of more than 1.5 million members and supporters nationwide. As the largest national lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender civil rights organization, HRC envisions a world where LGBTQ+ people are ensured of their basic equal rights, and can be open, honest and safe at home, at work and in the community.
  • Lambda Legal is a national organization committed to achieving full recognition of the civil rights of lesbians, gay men, bisexuals, transgender people and those with HIV through impact litigation, education and public policy work.
  • The Movement Advancement Project (MAP) is a resource that assesses and outlines various policies and laws that protect members of the LGBTQIA+ population in areas including employment, housing, public accommodations, health care and more. The site includes maps of the states and reports on these various topics.
  • The National Center for Transgender Equality is the nation’s leading social justice advocacy organization winning life-saving change for transgender people.
  • The National Center for Lesbian Rights (NCLR) has been advancing the civil and human rights of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people and their families through litigation, legislation, policy and public education since it was founded in 1977.
  • The National LGBTQ Task Force advances full freedom, justice and equality for LGBTQ+ people.
  • Out and Equal Workplace Advocates educates and empowers organizations, HR professionals, ERGs and individual employees through programs and services that result in equal policies, opportunities, practices and benefits in the workplace regardless of sexual orientation and gender identity.
  • Our For Work functions as a complimentary component in the total educational experience of LGBTQ+ students, primarily in the development, evaluation, initiation and implementation of career plans and opportunities. OFW’s programs, resources and services provide assistance to students in the cultivation and enhancement of skills to explore career options, master job search techniques and strategies, and research employment opportunities.
  • OutServe-SLDN represents the U.S. LGBTQ+ military community worldwide. Their mission is to educate the community, provide legal services, advocate for authentic transgender service, provide developmental opportunities, support members and local chapters, communicate effectively and work towards equality for all.
  • PFLAG is the nation’s largest family and ally organization. Uniting people who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ+) with families, friends and allies, PFLAG is committed to advancing equality and full societal affirmation of LGBTQ+ people through its threefold mission of support, education and advocacy.
  • Pronouns.org is a resource site that provides education and guidance around different personal pronouns and how to use them properly. This includes common pronouns used, how to ask someone their personal pronouns, navigating mistakes and more.
  • SAGE is the country’s largest and oldest organization dedicated to improving the lives of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ+) older adults. Their mission is to lead in addressing issues related to lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBTQ+) aging.
  • The Southern Poverty Law Center is dedicated to fighting hate and bigotry and to seeking justice for the most vulnerable members of our society. Using litigation, education and other forms of advocacy, the Center works toward the day when the ideals of equal justice and equal opportunity will be a reality.
  • The Sylvia Rivera Law Project works to guarantee that all people are free to self-determine gender identity and expression, regardless of income or race, and without facing harassment, discrimination or violence.
  • Trans Lifeline is a grassroots hotline and microgrants 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization offering direct emotional and financial support to trans people in crisis—for the trans community, by the trans community. Among its many resources, there is a useful binding guide for folks in need.
  • The Trevor Project is the leading national organization providing crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and questioning (LGBTQ+) young people ages 13-24.