03/13/2025
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The EDIT Program is a research, evaluation, and education unit at Northwestern University in Chicago, IL.
03/13/2025
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03/12/2025
🏳️🌈 LBT Women’s Health Awareness Month is about more than just awareness—it’s about action! 💜 Here’s how you can support Le***an, Bisexual & Trans women’s health this month and beyond:
🔹 Find LGBTQ+ affirming healthcare – Check out 🌐 GLMA’s Provider Directory & Planned Parenthood
🔹 Support LGBTQ+ health organizations – Donate or volunteer with groups like 🌍 Fenway Health & Callen-Lorde
🔹 Advocate for inclusive policies – Push for better LGBTQ+ health research & protections against healthcare discrimination
🔹 Educate yourself & others – Share reliable resources & challenge misinformation on LBT health issues
💡 Change starts with action—let’s make healthcare safer, more inclusive, and more equitable for ALL.
03/10/2025
🏳️🌈 LBT Women’s Health Matters!
Health disparities in the LGBTQ+ community don’t just happen by chance—they’re rooted in systemic barriers, discrimination, and lack of inclusive care. This month, we’re highlighting the unique health challenges that Le***an, Bisexual, and Transgender women face and sharing ways to advocate for change.
👩⚕️ Everyone deserves accessible, affirming, and competent healthcare. Let’s break the cycle of medical neglect and push for policies that protect LBT women’s well-being! 💜
03/05/2025
March is LBT Women’s Health Awareness Month—a time to shine a light on the unique health challenges faced by Le***an, Bisexual, and Transgender women. From higher rates of discrimination in healthcare to increased risks of chronic illness, we must push for equity, visibility, and access. Health is a right, not a privilege. 💜🏳️🌈
🔍 Stay tuned for more posts on physical health, mental well-being, and advocacy. Let’s work toward a future where LBT women receive the care they deserve!
02/24/2025
February is LGBT+ History Month, which celebrates the contributions of LGBTQ+ people to medicine and healthcare. It's also a time to raise awareness of LGBTQ+ history and health inequalities.
This February, let's look at some common misconceptions regarding LGBTQ+ health.
12/17/2024
Holiday seasons can be joyful but also challenging, especially for LGBTQ+ individuals navigating family dynamics or feeling isolated. Here are some wellness tips to help you thrive:
Set boundaries and prioritize your mental health. It's okay to say no to gatherings or conversations that feel unsafe.
Celebrate with those who uplift and affirm you.
Practice self-care—whether it's journaling, meditation, or a favorite activity, make time for yourself.
Seek support if needed. There’s no shame in reaching out.
Helpful resources:
The Trevor Project: https://www.thetrevorproject.org
PFLAG: https://www.pflag.org
Trans Lifeline: https://www.translifeline.org
LGBT National Help Center: https://www.glbthotline.org
Take care of yourself this holiday season! You are loved and deserving of joy
12/03/2024
Today, we honor the strength, resilience, and diversity of people with disabilities worldwide. This year, we highlight the powerful intersections between disability and LGBTQ+ identities.
For many, living with disabilities and LGBTQ+ identities means navigating unique challenges—systemic barriers, limited representation, and the fight for spaces that embrace the full spectrum of their identity. Despite this, these communities lead the way in building support, joy, and advocacy networks that inspire us all. Whether you hold these identities or not, we must advocate for accessibility in all spaces and challenge homophobia, ableism, and transphobia wherever they arise. Here are some resources to learn more:
Advocacy & Education:
Human Rights Campaign: Disabled LGBTQ+ Youth Report
Website: https://reports.hrc.org/2024-disabled-lgbtq-youth-report
The Trevor Project: Guide to supporting LGBTQ+ youth with disabilities
Website: https://www.thetrevorproject.org/resources/guide/supporting-lgbtq-young-people-with-disabilities/
Legal Support:
Lambda Legal: Legal resources for persons with disabilities
Website: https://lambdalegal.org/
National Disability Rights Network: Legal support to protect the rights of individuals with disabilities.
Website: https://www.ndrn.org/
Stories & Perspectives:
Disability Visibility Project: Stories and resources by persons with disabilities, including LGBTQ+ voices.
Website: https://disabilityvisibilityproject.com/
Organizations Making a Difference:
Disability Rights Fund: Supporting initiatives for the rights and inclusion of individuals with disabilities globally.
Website: https://www.disabilityrightsfund.org/
GLAAD: Resources to learn more about the intersectionality of LGBTQ+ and disability identities.
Website: https://glaad.org/disabilities/
To everyone who holds these intersecting identities: your courage and authenticity are an inspiration. You are valid, celebrated, and vital to the movement toward a more inclusive world.
11/13/2024
Please join us in honoring the voices, experiences, and contributions of transgender communities during this Transgender Awareness Week.
Trans folxs continue to exhibit tremendous leadership, resilience, and empathy in the face of discrimination and prejudice. Whether you’re a community member or an ally, we encourage you to reflect on how you can support advocacy, education, and awareness surrounding gender.
Check out these excellent resources to learn more about allyship and Transgender Awareness Week:
• https://www.thetrevorproject.org/resources/tag/allyship/
• https://glaad.org/transweek/