resources
advocacy
NAACP (National Association for the Advancement of Colored People)
Founded in 1909, the NAACP is the largest civil rights organization in the U.S., advocating for policies that dismantle systemic injustices and striving to improve the lives of Black people and all Americans.
An online racial justice organization that leads campaigns to challenge injustice, hold corporate and political leaders accountable, and advance solutions for Black communities.
Minority Rights Group International
Works globally to secure the rights of ethnic, religious, and linguistic minorities and indigenous peoples, promoting understanding and cooperation among communities.
The largest LGBTQ+ advocacy group in the U.S., HRC envisions a world where every member of the LGBTQ+ family has the freedom to live their truth without fear and with equality under the law.
National LGBTQ Task Force
Advocates for the freedom and equality of LGBTQ+ people, training and mobilizing activists to deliver a free world for all.
Southerners on New Ground (SONG)
A Southern-based LGBTQ+ organization focused on community organizing for economic and racial justice, particularly in areas lacking LGBTQ+ advocacy.
National Queer Asian Pacific Islander Alliance (NQAPIA)
Empowers LGBTQ+ Asian American, South Asian, Southeast Asian, and Pacific Islander individuals through advocacy, education, and community engagement.
Global Rights
An international NGO that partners with local activists to promote and protect the rights of marginalized populations through capacity building and advocacy.
The Advocacy Project
Supports community-based human rights advocacy groups, helping marginalized communities tell their stories, claim their rights, and produce social change.
NoirUnited International
Founded to address racial injustice and empower marginalized communities, NoirUnited provides support to Black international students and promotes community-based solutions.
National Hispanic Media Coalition (NHMC)
Aims to eliminate hate, discrimination, and racism toward the Latino community by advocating for media inclusiveness and balanced portrayals.
Equality Labs
A South Asian organization addressing caste discrimination and advocating for digital and cultural equity within the diaspora.
mental health
Inclusive Therapists
A comprehensive directory connecting individuals with therapists who prioritize cultural humility and inclusivity, catering to marginalized populations including people of color, the LGBTQ+ community, and individuals with disabilities.
National Queer and Trans Therapists of Color Network (NQTTCN)
A healing justice organization committed to transforming mental health for queer and trans people of color, offering a therapist directory and a mental health fund to support access to care.
Therapy for Black Girls
Founded by Dr. Joy Harden Bradford, this platform provides a directory of Black female therapists, a popular podcast, and resources aimed at destigmatizing mental health in the Black community.
Therapy for Latinx
A resource connecting the Latinx community with therapists who understand their cultural experiences, offering a directory of mental health professionals and community support.
Asian Mental Health Collective
An organization aiming to normalize and de-stigmatize mental health within the Asian community, providing resources, a therapist directory, and community support initiatives.
The Trevor Project
A leading organization providing crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to LGBTQ+ youth, offering 24/7 support via phone, text, and chat.
Association of LGBTQ+ Psychiatrists (AGLP)
An organization that educates and advocates on LGBTQ+ mental health issues, offering a referral service for LGBTQ+ patients seeking mental health professionals.
BEAM (Black Emotional and Mental Health Collective)
Founded by Yolo Akili Robinson, BEAM focuses on removing barriers to mental health care for Black communities through education, training, and advocacy.
Black Mental Health Alliance
Provides information, resources, and a "Find a Therapist" locator to connect individuals with culturally competent mental health professionals.
Sistah Afya Community Mental Wellness
A social impact business that provides mental health education, therapy, and community support for Black women.
The Loveland Foundation
Offers financial assistance to Black women and girls seeking therapy, aiming to bring opportunity and healing to communities of color.
Mental Health America – BIPOC Mental Health
Provides information and tools to bring light to the unique experiences of BIPOC communities and empower individuals on their mental health journeys.
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
Offers culturally competent resources and support networks tailored to the needs of Black and African American communities.
Asian American Psychological Association
Focuses on the mental health needs of Asian American communities, providing resources, research, and a directory of professionals.
Latinx Therapy
A platform that aims to destigmatize mental health in the Latinx community, offering a podcast, resources, and a directory of Latinx therapists.
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