GSA Network — California

Youth & Students · California · Free

GSA Network's home state, supporting student-led LGBTQ+ clubs across California schools. Relevant for college applicants needing affirming campus info, dorm policies, and chosen-family scholarships. Crisis lines specifically for LGBTQ+ youth (Trevor, LGBT National Youth Talkline) are 24/7 and confidential. Family acceptance is the single biggest protective factor for LGBTQ+ youth mental health — programs help families learn how. No cost — the program is grant-funded and confidentiality-protected.

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Address: Statewide

Hours: Varies

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