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The Institute for Personal Growth
8 South 3rd Avenue
Highland Park, NJ
08904
1-800-379-9220
www.ipgcounseling.com
Comprehensive Resource Guide for Transgender Clients & Allies
Table of Contents
Clothing, Shoes, & Transition Products …………………………… pg. 3
Coming Out Resources………………………………………………………pg. 4
Conferences & Events………………………………………………………..pg. 4
Crossdresser Resources……………...…………………………………… .pg. 5
Doctors (Primary/Endocrinology)…………………………………….pg. 6
Family/Parent Resources…………………………………………………..pg. 6
Families, Parents, and Partners Support (NJ & NY)…………….pg. 8
General Community Advocacy and Education Resources…...pg. 9
Hair Removal Services………………………………………………………..pg. 10
Hair Restoration Services…………………………………………………...pg. 11
Healthcare Advocacy and Education…………………………………...pg. 11
Healthcare Resources……………………………………………………… ...pg. 11
Healthcare Services…………………………………………………………….pg. 12
Healthcare Services for Youth……………………………………………..pg. 13
Intersex Resources………………………………………………………………pg. 13
Legal/Litigation Referrals…………………………………………………...pg. 13
Legal Advocacy Referrals (NJ)……………………………………………...pg. 14
Male-Spectrum Resources and Groups………………………………..pg. 15
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Religious/Spiritual Support (NJ & NY)…………………………...pg. 17
Scholarship Programs…………………………………………………...pg. 18
Surgeons………………………………………………………………………..pg. 18
Trans Support Groups (New Jersey)………………………………pg. 19
Trans Support Groups (New York)………………………………...pg. 20
Veteran Advocacy Initiatives………………………………………….pg. 21
Violence Prevention Initiatives………………………………………pg. 21
Vocal Training Resources……………………………………………....pg. 21
Websites and Online Support…………………………………………pg. 22
Women’s Spectrum Groups and Resources…………………….pg. 23
Workplace Resources…………………………………………………….pg. 24
Youth Advocacy Initiatives……………………………………………..pg. 25
Youth Resources (New Jersey)………………………………………..pg. 26
Youth Resources (New York)………………………………………….pg. 26
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Clothing, Shoes, & Transition Products
Barefoot Tess
phone: (410) 377-7722
website: http://www.barefoottess.com
*Baltimore based company that carries larger women’s shoe sizes up to size 15
The Breast Form Store
phone: (877) 634-7495
website: http://www.thebreastformstore.com
*Breast Forms and other products/accessories for sale online. Site is dedicated exclusively to the needs of the
transgender and crossdressing community.
Classic Curves International
phone: (888) 898-8787
website: http://www.clcrv.com/index.cfm
*Custom made butt, hip, and breast enhancers
DJ’s Knows Dicks
website: http://www.pee3.ca/
*A number of prosthetic tools to pack and pee, for sale online.
Long Tall Sally
phone: (877) 217-4084
website: http://www.tallgirlshop.com
*Tall & large women’s clothing sizes for sale.
Simply Tall
website: http://www.simplytall.net
*Tall & large women’s clothing sizes for sale.
Tall Women
website: http://www.tallwomen.org
*The ultimate online resource for women who are 5’10 and over.
TranZwear
website: http://www.tranzwear.net/
*Offers a wide range of products including packers & STP (Stand To Pee) devices.
Underworks
phone: (800) 242-4224
website: http://www.ftm.underworks.com/
*Binders, compression vests and shorts, and bathing suits for trans men.
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The Wig Company
phone: (800) 245-6288
website: http://www.thewigcompany.com
*Offers a wide selection of wigs to order online
Coming Out Resources
Coming Out as Transgender- A Guide
website: http://www.ohio.edu/lgbt/resources/transcomingout.cfm
*A guide produced by Ohio University LGBT Center on coming out as trans.
Coming Out Trans to Your Parents & Family
website: http://www.pflag.org/fileadmin/user_upload/TNET/Coming_Out_Trans.pdf
*A Guide produced by P-FLAG’s Transgender Network, offers suggestions for how to come out to the people in
your life as transgender.
Conferences and Events
Be-All Conference is a conference intended to empower and connect the trans community. The conference
runs for five days in the Chicago area and features speakers, professional seminars, and social events.
Scholarships are also awarded to individuals to attend the conference for free. For more info visit
http://www.be-all.org
Gender Odyssey Family is an annual conference for families who are working to navigate the day-to-day
realities of raising a gender non-conforming or transgender child. As one of the only opportunities in the
country to find valuable resources, information and networking opportunities, Gender Odyssey Family
provides real tools to support and encourage your child’s gender self-discovery For more information visit
http://www.genderodysseyfamily.org
Gender Spectrum Family Conference is an annual celebration of gender diversity for all children and teens. A
weekend gathering dedicated solely to the needs of gender nonconforming children and teens, their loved
ones, and the community of professionals who surround them, it is an inspiring experience for all involved. For
more info visit http://www.genderspectrum.org/events
Philadelphia Trans-Health Conference is a FREE annual conference that offers three full days of workshops and
activities focused on the health and well-being of transgender people, communities and allies. For more info
visit http://www.trans-health.org
Transgender Day of Action is a day in which transgender and gender non-conforming people of color and allies
take to the streets of NYC to demand justice to let their voices be heard against transphobia, racism, classism,
homophobia, sexism and other forms of oppression. For more information visit http://alp.org/trans-dayaction-2012
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Transgender Day of Remembrance is an annual day of memoriam in which community members pay homage
to those trans people who have lost their lives due to transgender discrimination. The vigils held on the annual
day of remembrance express profound love and respect for those lives who have been lost. The event also
brings attention to transgender issues, particularly transphobia, and strengthens the sense of community for
trans-identified people. For more info visit http://www.transgenderdor.org
Crossdresser Resources
Crossdresser Heaven
website: http://www.crossdresserheaver.com
*page contains links to valuable resources about faith, fashion & makeup tips, transgender issues and support.
Crossdressers International (CDI) Weekly meetings and social events for crossdressers. The meeting space on
40th St in NYC includes a dressing and storage area. www.cdinyc.org They also have a gender hotline every
Weds from 5-9pm. Contact (212) 564-4847
The Renaissance Transgender Association
phone: (610) 975-9119
website: http://www.ren.org
*A non-profit, non-political, educational and social support organization founded and designed to educate and
support persons regarding transgender issues, sexual orientation, sexual identity or gender identity without
prejudice.
The Society for the Second Self (Tri-Ess)
phone: (201) 923-3645
website: http://www.tri-ess.org
*An international social and support group for heterosexual crossdressers, their partners, the spouses of
crossdressers and their families. To find out about support groups in your area, please contact.
Tri-Ess Crossdresser Support Group (Sigma Nu Rho Chapter) meets the 4th Saturday of each month in the
Trenton, NJ Metro area. If interested, please contact (609) 392-1132 or email SNRTRIS@hotmail.com. For
more information visit http://www.triessnj.org
Tri-Ess Crossdresser Support Group (Epsilon Mu Gamma Chapter) meets toward PA on the 1st Saturday of
every month. If interested, please contact (717) 364-2949 or 570-364-2949 or email emgtris@hotmail.com
For more information visit http://www.triessnj.org
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Doctors (Primary Care & Endocrinology)
Lisa O’ Connor
1390 Valley Rd. Stirling, NJ 07980
phone: (980) 647-1688
website: http://www.healthytransitions.md
M.K. Bartalos, MD
30 W. 60th St. Suite 1F New York, NY 10023
phone: (212) 262-5291
Wylie C. Hembree, MD
161 Fort Washington Ave Fl 4-448 New York, NY 10032
phone: (212) 721-3622
Walter Futterweit, MD
1172 Park Ave. New York, NY 10028
phone: (212) 876-6400
Edward Merker, MD
35 E. 85th St. New York, NY 10028
phone: (212) 288-1110
Craig Metroka, MD
116 Central Park S., Suite 7, New York, NY 10019
phone: (212) 586-7800
Families/Parent Resources
Gender Odyssey Family
An annual conference for families who are working to navigate the day-to-day realities of raising a gender
non-conforming or transgender child. As one of the only opportunities in the country to find valuable
resources, information and networking opportunities, Gender Odyssey Family provides real tools to support
and encourage your child’s gender self-discovery. For more information visit
http://www.genderodysseyfamily.org
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GenderSpectrum Child & Family Resource List
website: http://www.genderspectrum.org/resources
*Raising children who don’t fit neatly into male or female boxes brings a wealth of questions and
uncertainties. Parenting choices, issues at school, medical options and legal considerations all represent areas
requiring careful reflection and sometimes, difficult decisions. Here you will find information, resources, and
support to assist you in your search for answers.
GenderSpectrum Family Conference
The Gender Spectrum Family Conference is a celebration of gender diversity for all children and teens. A
weekend gathering dedicated solely to the needs of gender nonconforming children and teens, their loved
ones, and the community of professionals who surround them, it is an inspiring experience for all involved. For
more information please visit http://www.genderspectrum.org/events/family-conference
Parents & Families, FAQ’s
website: http://www.genderspectrum.org/about/faq
* Addresses concerns frequently voiced by parents and families of trans youth.
TransActive
phone: (503) 252 3000
website: http://www.transactiveonline.org
*An internationally recognized non-profit focused on serving the diverse needs of transgender (TG) and
gender nonconforming (GNC) children, youth, their families and allies.
Trans Youth Equality: Childhood Gender Non-Conformity for Adults
(male-bodied children) website: http://www.transyouthequality.org/documents/Rosetta_Stone_1.pdf
(female-bodied children) website: http://www.transyouthequality.org/documents/Rosetta_Stone_2.pdf
*Helping adults understand what their child may be trying to express.
Trans Youth Equality: Top 11 Tips for Caregivers of Gender Non-Conforming Children and Youth
website: http://www.transyouthequality.org/documents/Top_11_Tips.pdf
*Guidance for parents and caregivers of gender non-conforming youth.
Trans Youth Family Allies (TYFA)
phone: (888) 462-8932
website: http://www.imatyfa.org/index.html
*TYFA empowers children and families by partnering with educators, service providers and communities to
develop supportive environments in which gender may be expressed and respected. Website includes a
plethora of helpful resources.
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Families/Parents/Partners Support Groups (NY & NJ)
Trans Youth & Families Support Group at IPG’s Highland Park Office, located at 8 South Third Avenue Highland
Park, NJ monthly support group beginning Saturday June 16 th at 1:00pm. Contact 732-246-8439 for more
information
Transgender/Transfamilies PFLAG Support Group Meets 3rd Monday of every month from 7-9pm in the Church
House of the Presbyterian Church at Shrewsbury; 352 Sycamore Avenue Shrewsbury, NJ 07702. Use rear
parking lot, enter rear door, go up the stairs and to the right to the meeting room. For more information check
out http://www.jerseyshorepflag.org/upcoming-events/
New Jersey Support Group is a nonprofit support group open to all transgender individuals, their spouses,
significant others, family, and friends. To attend a meeting, please use the contact form on the website, at
http://www.njsg.org. Our meetings are held on the first Saturday of every month at 8:00 PM in Washington's
Crossing, New Jersey. Doors open around 7:00 PM. Charge a fee of $10 for members and $15 for nonmembers. There is no charge to attend your first meeting. Food and refreshments are supplied at each
meeting and generally a program related to transgender issues. At 9:30 PM, we provide an optional group
support session. Here you can share your feelings and talk to others like yourself. Please arrive before 8:00 PM
if you need to change at the meeting. For additional info please call (206) 666-5990 or email info@njsg.org
Parents of Trans Kids Support Group in Manhattan that meets either monthly or every two months, contact
Judy Sennesh at jsennstrauss@aol.com
Trans Youth Support Group For parents with a youth from 13 to 19 years old Mt. Sinai Adolescent Health
Center at 320 E 94th St. weekly group starting May 2nd, 2012. *If your child is not a current patient in Mt. Sinai
Adolescent Health Center, please contact Beth Zacher at 212-423-2928 or via email
elizabeth.zacher@mountsinai.org to pre-register your child for the support group meeting.
Trans Families and Friends A monthly drop-in group for family members and friends of someone who is
transgender, transsexual, gender-different or gender questioning. Come together with other moms, dads,
uncles, siblings, grandparents, friends and adult children of transgender individuals. Drop-in. No registration
required. $5 suggested donation. No one turned away for lack of funds. Meetings are Wednesdays, 6 PM 7:30 PM. January 4, February 1 and March 7 at the LGBT Community Center located at 208 W. 13th St. NY, NY
(between 6th and 7th avenues) For more information call (646) 556-9300 or visit http://www.gaycenter.org
Trans Partners | Trans Amorous A monthly drop-in group to provide support and community for people of all
genders to discuss and explore their attraction to and relationships with trans-identified or gender nonconforming individuals.
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Group is open to people currently or formerly in partnerships with trans-people and those exploring their
attractions. Drop-in. No registration required. $5 suggested donation. No one turned away for lack of funds.
Meets Wednesdays, 7:30 PM - 9 PM. January 4, February 1 and March 7 at the LGBT Community Center
located at 208 W. 13th St. NY, NY (between 6th and 7th avenues) For more information call (646)556-9300 or
visit http://www.gaycenter.org
General Community Advocacy and Education Resources
Gender Education & Advocacy (GEA)
website: http://www.gender.org
*A national organization focused on the needs, issues and concerns of gender variant people in human
society.
International Foundation for Gender Education:
website: http://www.ifge.org/
*IFGE promotes acceptance for transgender people. We advocate for freedom of gender expression and
promote the understanding and acceptance of all people. In addition to other contributions on its website,
IFGE has also compiled a list of 70 carefully selected books on transgenderism and gender, crossdressing,
transsexualism, and related topics which can be viewed at http://www.ifge.org/books/bookstore_catalog.htm
The Renaissance Transgender Association
phone: (610) 975-9119
website: http://www.ren.org
*A non-profit, non-political, educational and social support organization founded and designed to educate and
support persons regarding transgender issues, sexual orientation, sexual identity or gender identity without
prejudice.
National Transgender Advocacy Coalition
website: http://www.ntac.org
*Provides information on the transgender community as well as resources for connecting with others in the
community.
TransMentors International
phone: (877)366-3888
website: http://www.transmentorgs.org
*A non-profit organization which provides aid, support and assistance to Trans-identified individuals. Has
access to many resources, including online support forums for FTM, MTF, and SOFFA.
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American Educational Gender Information Service
website: http://www.gender.org/aegis
*A nonprofit clearinghouse for information about transgender and transsexual issues.
Hair Removal Services
Affordable Permanent Electrolysis
Shelley Mayron, C.E.
201 W. 21st St. #15D, New York, NY 10011
phone: (212) 633-1503
website: http://affordablepermanentelectrolysis.com
Bonnie Electrolysis and Laser
Bonnie Brandt, C.E.
330 W. 58th St. New York, NY 10019
phone: (212) 246-4699
website: http://www.electrolysisandlaser.com
Carol Ramdoo Professional Electrolysis
Carol Ramdoo, L.E. CPE
Princeton Location: 12 Roszel Rd., Suite A-201 Princeton, NJ 08540
Highland Park Location: 320 Raritan Ave. Suite 309 Highland Park, NJ 08904
phone: (609) 520-9632
website: http://www.professionalelectrolysis.net
A Hollywood Way Electrolysis
Anita Weissman, C.E.
1270 Broadway (between 32nd & 33rd) Suite 202, New York, NY 10001
phone: (212) 736-4925
website: http://www.ahollywoodway.com
Richard’s Body Beautiful
East 7th Street (between First and A) New York, NY
phone: (212) 979-5515
website: http://www.body-beautiful.com
Stephanie Fischman C.E.
530 East 84th St. #3B New York, NY 10028
phone: (917) 612-1139
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Vinessa Anthony L.E., CPE
531 Ridge Rd. Lyndhurst, NJ 07071
phone: (201) 935-8354
email: VAelectrolysis@yahoo.com
Hair Restoration Services
True & Dorin Medical Group
360 Lexington Avenue, Suite 1102 New York, NY 10022
phone: (866) 409-5078
website: www.truedorin.com
Healthcare Advocacy and Education
Samuel Laurie
phone: (802) 453-5370
website: http://www.tgtrain.org
*Offers transgender awareness training for health care providers, medical students, & human service
providers.
PFLAG –Transgender Network (TNET)
phone: (202) 467-8180
website: http://community.pflag.org/Page.aspx?pid=380
*TNET is focused specifically on promoting the health and well-being of transgendered persons, their families
and friends, and provides resources.
The World Professional Association for Transgender Health (WPATH)
phone: (612) 624-9397
website: http://www.wpath.org
*The mission of WPATH is to promote evidence based care, education, research, advocacy, public policy and
respect in transgender health.
Healthcare Resources
Transgender Care
website: http://www.transgendercare.com
*A website devoted exclusively to transgender health care issues
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Trans-Health
website: http://www.trans-health.com
*A website that provides information on health and fitness exclusively for transgender and transsexual people.
Transgender Health Initiative of New York (THINY) a monthly drop-in advocacy group working to create a
community-based trans-access to healthcare movement. For more information visit
http://www.gaycenter.org/gip
Healthcare Services
Callen Lorde
356 W. 18th St. New York NY 10011
phone: (212) 271-7200
website: http://www.callen-lorde.org/transgender.html
*Provides quality, sensitive primary care, women's health, HIV/AIDS care, adolescent care, senior care,
transgender care, dental care, sexual health, supportive services, mental health services and pharmacy.
Community Healthcare Network Transgender Family Program
multiple locations in Brooklyn, Manhattan, & Queens. visit the website to find the clinic location nearest you.
phone: (866) 246-8259
website: http://www.chnnyc.org/services/transgender-program/
*Transgender people have specific healthcare concerns and oftentimes face bias, discrimination, or ignorance
when seeking medical care. CHN understands these concerns, and offers a unique and welcoming
environment with high quality medical care.
Mazzoni Center
1201 Chestnut St. Phila., PA 19107
phone: (215) 563-0652
website: http://www.mazzonicenter.org
*Transgender services include: primary care, hormone therapy and monitoring, supportive counseling and
referrals as needed.
Positive Health Project
301 W. 37th Street New York, NY 10018
phone: (212) 465-8304
website: http://www.positivehealthproject.org
*Offers medical services, acupuncture, & transgender support groups
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Healthcare Services for Youth
Callen Lorde Health Outreach to Teens
356 W. 18th St. New York NY 10011
phone: (212) 271-7200
website: http://www.callen-lorde.org/health_outreach.html
*Health Outreach To Teens is a welcoming, non-judgmental, confidential program designed specifically to
meet the medical and mental health needs of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning adolescents
and young adults ages 13-24.
HEAT Program SUNY Downstate Medical Center
760 Parkside Avenue, Room 308, Brooklyn, New York, 11226
phone: (718) 423-2873
*HEAT provides comprehensive medical, case management, transgender health services including hormones,
HIV counseling and testing, outreach, and support services to LGBT youth.
Mt. Sinai Adolescent Clinic
94th Street between 1st & 2nd Avenues New York, NY
phone: (212) 423-2873
*Confidential HIV/AIDS services, general medical care and counseling services available to those ages 10-21
years of age.
Intersex Resources
Bodies Like Ours
website: http://www.bodieslikeours.org/forums
*Public intersex community forum
Intersex Society of North America (ISNA)
website: http://www.isna.org
*An organization devoted to systemic change to end shame, secrecy, and unwanted genital surgeries for
people born with an anatomy that someone decided is not standard for male or female.
Legal/Litigation Referrals
Lambda Legal
120 Wall St. Suite 1500 New York, NY 10005
phone: (212) 809-8585
website: http://www.lambdalegal.org
*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.
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National Center for Lesbian Rights (NCLR)
phone: (415) 392-6257
website: http://www.nclrights.org
*Through direct litigation and advocacy NCLR works to change discriminatory
laws and to create new laws and policies benefiting oppressed members of the queer
community. NCLR’s Transgender Law Project publishes several publications on transgender issues, which can
be found online at http://www.nclrights.org/projects/transgenderproject.htm.
Transgender Law Center
phone: (415) 865-0176
website: http://www.transgenderlawcenter.org
*Transgender Law Center works to change law, policy, and attitudes so that all people can live safely,
authentically, and free from discrimination regardless of their gender identity or expression. Website includes
a list of jurisdictions that have enacted nondiscrimination laws that protect transgender people, as well as
information on employers with transgender-inclusive nondiscrimination policies.
Transgender Law & Policy Institute (TLPI)
website: http://www.transgenderlaw.org
*TLPI is a non-profit organization dedicated to engaging in effective advocacy for transgender people. TLPI
brings experts together to work on law and policy initiatives designed to advance trans equality. Website has
legal and legislative information, as well as general resources.
Transgender Legal Defense & Education Fund (TLDEF)
phone: (646) 862-9396
website: http://www.transgenderlegal.org
*Organization committed to ending trans discrimination and transphobia via public education, test-case
litigation, direct legal services, community organizing and public policy efforts.
Legal Advocacy Referrals (NJ)
Christine M. Heer Esq.
1 Cliff St., 2nd Floor, Somerville, NJ 08876
phone: (908) 450-7421
email: cheeresqr@optonline.net
Leslie Farber, Atty.
Academy Square
33 Plymouth St., Suite 204 Montclair, NJ 07042
phone: (973) 509-8500 x 213
website: http://www.lfarber.law.com
Rebecca G. Levin, Atty.
5 Greentree Centre Suite 104, 525 Lincoln Dr. W., Marlton, NJ 08053
phone: (586) 817-6030
website: http://www.jplaw.com/transgender.html
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Male-Spectrum Support Groups and Resources
Drop-In: Masculine Spectrum Wednesdays, 7:30 PM - 9 PM. February 1-March 21 at the LGBT Community
Center located at 208 W. 13th St. NY, NY (between 6th and 7th avenues) A weekly drop-in group for those
assigned female at birth who now identify as trans-masculine, trans-men, men, trans-male, boi, gender-queer,
AG/Aggressive, transsexual, androgynous, exploring, etc. to explore and discuss their feelings and concerns
about gender, trans-identities and their histories. Drop-in. No registration required. $5 suggested donation.
No one turned away for lack of funds. For more information call (646)-556-9300 or visit
http://www.gaycenter.org
Forge-Forward Testosterone Fact Sheet
website: http://www.forge-forward.org/handouts/Hormones.pdf
*Provides extensive information on the hormone testosterone.
FTM Guide
website: http://www.ftmguide.org
*This guide is intended to provide information on topics of interest to female-to-male (FTM, F2M) trans men,
and their friends and loved ones.
FTM International (FTMI)
phone: (415) 553-5987
website: http://www.ftmi.org
*FTMInternational chapters provide educational activities, support meetings, information, networking and
referral services for the FTM community since 1986.
Queer Transmen
website: http://www.queertransmen.org/
*Website dedicated to raising awareness about the sexual health of trans men and sharing knowledge around
our complex bodies, sexualities and sex lives.
The Transitional Male
website: http://www.thetransitionalmale.com
*Site devoted to providing information and support to the FTM community. Includes resource lists (general
resource index, surgeons, insurance), information about transitioning (“all about testosterone,” surgical
procedures), and more support/advice oriented pages (disclosing advice, presenting tips, a list of support
groups).
Political Action and Initiatives
Human Rights Campaign (HRC)
phone: (202) 628-4160
website: http://www.hrc.org/issues/transgender
*HRC seeks to improve the lives of LGBT Americans by advocating for equal rights and benefits in the
workplace, ensuring families are treated equally under the law and increasing public support among all
Americans.
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National Center for Lesbian Rights (NCLR)
phone: (415) 392-6257
website: http://www.nclrights.org
*Through direct litigation and advocacy NCLR works to change discriminatory laws and to create new laws and
policies benefiting oppressed members of the queer community. NCLR’s Transgender Law Project publishes
several publications on transgender issues, which can be found at
http://www.nclrights.org/projects/transgenderproject.htm.
National Center for Transgender Equality (NCTE)
phone: (202) 903- 0112
website: http://www.transequality.org
*Social justice organization dedicated to advancing the equality of transgender people through advocacy,
collaboration, and empowerment. Issues include discrimination, federal documents, hate crimes, health,
homelessness, immigration, marriage, travel, veterans, & the military.
National Gay and Lesbian Task Force
phone: (212) 604-9831
website: http://www.thetaskforce.org
*Works to build the political power of the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community from the ground
up. The Task Force organizes broad-based campaigns to defeat anti-LGBT referenda and advance pro-LGBT
legislation, builds the organizational capacity of the movement and generates groundbreaking research
through their policy Institute.
The New York Association for Gender Rights Advocacy (NYAGRA)
website: http://www.nyagra.com
*Advocates for freedom of gender identity and expression for all. Works toward securing the full inclusion of
all transsexual, transgendered, and gender variant people in discrimination and hate crimes law at the state
and local level in New York. For more information or to join NYAGRA, please visit the website.
Transgender Law Center
phone: (415) 865-0176
website: http://www.transgenderlawcenter.org
*Transgender Law Center works to change law, policy, and attitudes so that all people can live safely,
authentically, and free from discrimination regardless of their gender identity or expression. Website also has
a number of excellent resources regarding health and the law.
Transgender Law & Policy Institute (TLPI)
website: http://www.transgenderlaw.org
*TLPI is a non-profit organization dedicated to engaging in effective advocacy for transgender people. TLPI
brings experts together to work on law and policy initiatives designed to advance trans equality. Website has
legal and legislative information, as well as general resources.
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Transgender Legal Defense & Education Fund (TLDEF)
phone: (646) 862-9396
website: http://www.transgenderlegal.org
*Organization committed to ending trans discrimination and transphobia via public education, test-case
litigation, direct legal services, community organizing and public policy efforts.
Trans Justice Group meets every 1st Weds of the month 6:30-8:30pm at 55 W. 17th St. 5th Floor (between 5th &
6th Avenues) in New York City. TransJustice is a political group created by and for Trans and Gender Nonconforming people of color. TransJustice works to mobilize its communities and allies into action on the
pressing political issues they face, including gaining access to jobs, housing, and education; the need for Transsensitive healthcare, HIV-related services, and job-training programs; resisting police, government and antiimmigrant violence.
Religious/Spiritual Support (NJ & NY)
East Brunswick Unitarian Universal Society 176 Tices Lane, East Brunswick, NJ 08816 call (732) 246-3113 or
visit http://www.unitariansociety.org
First Unitarian Universal Society of Plainfield 724 Park Ave. Plainfield, NJ 07060. Call (908) 756-0750 or visit
http://www.fusp.org for more information
GenderPeople A weekly trans-spirituality group hosted by the Metropolitan Community Church in NYC. Meets
Sundays at 12:00 noon. Call (212) 629-7440 or go to http://www.mccny.org for more information.
Keshet (Formerly Jewish Mosaic) Keshet's mission is to ensure that gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender
Jews are fully included in all parts of the Jewish community. For more information visit
http://www.keshetonline.org
Metropolitan Community Church of Christ the Liberator (MCC CTL) MCC CTL worships at The Pride Center of
NJ, located at 85 Raritan Ave. in Highland Park, every Sunday at 10:45 AM; there is a fellowship meal after
service on the second Sunday of the month, as well as other periodic events. Everyone is welcome at MCC CTL.
MCC CTL preaches a gospel of inclusion for all, celebrating rather than tolerating our queerness. For further
info, please call (732) 823.2193 or visit www.mccctl.com.
Presbyterian Church at Shrewsbury located at 352 Sycamore Ave. Shrewsbury, NJ 07702. Call (732) 747-3557
or visit http://www.tpcas.org for additional information.
Torah Queeries Torah study through a queer lens, using as a jumping point for discussion, the book: Torah
Queeries, Weekly Commentaries on the Hebrew Bible (available through Amazon). Its chapters contain
liberating and healing messages, inspired by and drawn from Biblical texts, on the interface of our Jewish and
LGBT identities. For inquiries or to register, contact David Rogoff at dvdgrog@aol.com. $3.00 donation to PCNJ
requested at each session. Meets on the 4th Sunday of each month at the Pride Center in Highland Park (85
Raritan Ave. Suite 100) from 4:30-6:00PM.
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Unity Fellowship Church of Christ located at 230 Classon Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11205 is a trans-friendly place
of worship. For more information contact (718) 636-5646.
Scholarship Programs
Financial Aid for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Students
website: http://www.finaid.org/otheraid/lgbt.phtml
*Source describes a number of scholarships available to lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgendered students.
Point Foundation
phone: (866) 337-6468
website: http://pointfoundation.org
*Point Foundation provides financial support, mentoring, leadership training and hope to meritorious
students who are marginalized due to sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.
Transgender Scholarship & Education Legacy Fund (TSELF)
phone: (781) 899-5703
website: http://www.tself.org
*Financial Assistance for trans-identified students in the helping and caring professions including but not
limited to social services, health care, religious instruction of all denominations, teaching, & law.
Surgeons
Christine McGinn MD.
Papillon Gender Wellness Center
18 Village Row Suite 43, New Hope, PA 18938
phone: (215) 693-1199
website: http://www.drchristinemcginn.com
Toby Meltzler, MD.
7025 N. Scottsdale Rd., Suite 302 Scottsdale, AZ 85253
phone: (480) 657-7006 or (866) 876-6329
website: http://www.tmeltzer.com
Sherman Leis MD.
The Philadelphia Center for Transgender Surgery
19 Montgomery Ave. Bala Cynward, PA USA
phone: (610) 667-1888
email: DrShermanLeis@DrShermanLeis.com
website: http://www.trangendercenter.com
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Douglas K. Ousterhout MD.
45 Castro St. Suite 150 San Francisco, CA 94114
phone: (415) 626-2888
website: http://www.drdouglasousterhout.com
*facial feminization surgeon
Pierre Brassard, MD.
995 De Salaberry Montreal, Quebec H3L 1L2 Canada
phone: +1 (514) 288-2097
website: http://www.grsmontreal.com
Marci Bowers, MD.
Clinics in San Mateo, CA. and Seattle, WA.
phone: (719) 846-9500 or (877) 439-9922
website: http://www.marcibowers.com
email: mail@marcibowers.com
Trans Support Groups (New Jersey)
Social Meetings & Events for the trans community can often be found at:
*NJ Pride Center - http://www.pridecenter.org/calendar
*Jersey Shore PFLAG - http://www.jerseyshorepflag.org/upcoming-events/
*Hudson Pride Connections Center - http://hudsonpride.org/calendar/
Trans Youth & Families Support Group at IPG’s Highland Park Office, located at 8 South Third Avenue Highland
Park, NJ monthly support group beginning Saturday June 16 th at 1:00pm. Contact (732) 246-8439 for more
information
Transgender/Transfamilies PFLAG Support Group Meets 3rd Monday of every month from 7-9pm in the Church
House of the Presbyterian Church at Shrewsbury; 352 Sycamore Avenue Shrewsbury, NJ 07702. Use rear
parking lot, enter rear door, go up the stairs and to the right to the meeting room. For more information check
out http://www.jerseyshorepflag.org/upcoming-events/
The Community Alliance of Transexuals (CATS) A trans-oriented support group, meets on the 4th Saturday of
each Month in Mount Holly, NJ Contact CandaceKT@aol.com for more info.
New Jersey Support Group is a nonprofit support group open to all transgender individuals, their spouses,
significant others, family, and friends. To attend a meeting, please use the contact form on the website, at
http://www.njsg.org. Our meetings are held on the first Saturday of every month at 8:00 PM in Washington's
Crossing New Jersey, doors open around 7:00 PM. We charge a meeting fee of $10 for members and $15 for
non-members. There is no charge to attend your first meeting.
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Food and refreshments are supplied at each meeting and generally a program related to transgender issues.
At 9:30 PM, we provide an optional group support session. Here you can share your feelings and talk to others
like yourself. Please arrive before 8:00 PM if you need to change at the meeting. For additional info please call
(206) 666-5990 or email info@njsg.org
Rainbow Mountain Resort Two transgender oriented weekends are held each May and October at this LGBT
owned and operated resort in East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania. For a complete calendar of events please visit
http://www.rainbowmountain.com or for more information call (570) 223-8484
The Renaissance Transgender Association A non-profit, non-political, educational and social support
organization founded and designed to educate and support persons regarding transgender issues, sexual
orientation, sexual identity or gender identity without prejudice. To find out about support groups closest to
you call (610) 975-9119 or visit the website: http://www.ren.org
Renaissance Transgender Support Group, South Jersey Chapter Meetings the 1st Saturday of each month at
the Atlantic Mental Health Center, Inc. located at 2002 Black Horse Pike, Mckee, NJ. For more information call
(609) 435-5401 or (800) 933-2233, or visit http://www.ren.org
TrueSelves (Transgender Support Group): 3rd Sunday, 4 -6 PM at The Pride Center of NJ located at 85 Raritan
Ave Suite 100 Highland Park, NJ. A facilitated support group exclusively for and about transgender-identified
individuals, regardless of where on the transgender spectrum you believe you live. TrueSelves is a safe place
where you can share your feelings and experiences in an open, non-judgmental and accepting atmosphere.
For more information please contact Stephanie Battaglino at stephaniefyh@gmail.com. TrueSelves does not
meet during the months of July and August. For more info go to http://www.pridecenter.org or call (732) 8462232
Trans Support Groups (New York)
NYC Trans Community Events Calendar can be located here http://www.gaycenter.org/gip/nyctransevents
Social Events at The Center can be found at http://www.gaycenter.org/events
T-HOT is the Trans Hands On Team! We are a group of transgender, gender non-conforming people and allies
who meet on an ongoing, monthly basis. Join the GIP to develop, plan and conduct community events &
outreach. T-HOT meets monthly on a Wednesday, from 6 - 7:30pm at The Center in Manhattan 208 W. 13th St
between 6th and 7th Ave, and is open to transgender, gender non-conforming people and allies. This is a dropin, no registration required. Free to all.
Trans Peer Support Group Where on the gender spectrum do you see yourself? Do you identify as
transgendered, intersex, pre-op, post-op, non-op, cross-dresser? Or are you a spouse, significant other, ally or
friend? Wherever you are along the gender continuum, we invite you to participate in our group that will
explore the process of gender identification, gender conformity—including issues of positive selfidentification, coming out, and relationships—and other critical topics our members will bring in week to
week.
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Join in a safe and open environment for support, community, and sharing. An orientation meeting will be held
on Wednesday, May 16th 2012 from 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm. The 8 weekly meetings will begin on Wednesday, May
23nd from 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm. A $25 donation is requested to cover expenses. If interested in joining this
group or to find out additional information please contact Ed, the group’s organizer, at edscz@yahoo.com
Trans Justice Meeting every 1st Weds of the month 6:30-8:30pm at 55 W. 17th St. 5th Floor (between 5th & 6th
Avenues) TransJustice is a political group created by and for Trans and Gender Non-conforming people of
color. TransJustice works to mobilize its communities and allies into action on the pressing political issues they
face, including gaining access to jobs, housing, and education; the need for Trans-sensitive healthcare, HIVrelated services, and job-training programs; resisting police, government and anti-immigrant violence.
Veteran Advocacy Initiatives
Transgender American Veterans Association (TAVA)
website: http://www.tavausa.org
*TAVA was formed to address the growing concerns of fair and equal treatment of transgender veterans and
active duty service members. TAVA aims to create a better understanding of the individuals in the military
who identify as being gender-different.
Violence Prevention Initiatives
Survivor Project
phone: (503) 288-3191
website: http://www.survivorproject.org
*A non-profit organization dedicated to addressing the needs of intersex and trans survivors of domestic and
sexual violence through caring action, education and expanding access to resources and to opportunities for
action.
Sylvia Rivera Law Project
phone: (212) 337-8550
website: http://www.srlp.org
*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.
Vocal Training Resources
Deep Stealth Productions- Finding Your Female Voice
website: http://www.deepstealth.com/film/female-voice.htm
*Instruction in voice feminization entitled “Finding Your Female Voice”.
Exceptional Voice
toll free: 1-866-4-MY-VOICE
or call (303) 722-2181
website: http://exceptionalvoice.com
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Christie Block
phone: (347) 677-3619
website: http://www.transgendervoice.net
*NY based speech pathologist who works with exclusively with trans community (both MTF & FTM).
Heart Corps – Melanie Speaks
website: http://www.heartcorps.com/
*Website also offers useful voice exercises “How to Develop a Female Voice” among other useful resources.
Norma Garbo
phone: (212) 475-2233
website: http://www.normagarbo.com/songbook.cfm
*Trans-friendly vocal instructor in the NY area. Offers a DVD entitled “Feminizing the Voice”.
Websites and Online Support
GENDER. ORG
website: http://www.gender.org
*Provides information concerning transgender issues. The website is primarily a tool for both education and
advocacy.
GenderEvolve
website: http://www.genderevolve.com/
*Supports the transgender community by providing an internet portal linking the best websites catering to
crossdressers, transvestites, transsexuals and all transgendered people.
GenderFork
website: http://www.genderfork.com
*Supportive community for the expression of identities across the gender spectrum
GenderTalk
website: http://www.gendertalk.com/info/resource/general-info.shtml
*Includes lists of resources in many different categories for the trans community.
I Am Transgendered
website: http://www.iamtransgendered.com
*Links to resources, as well as a list of all upcoming trans-focused conferences and events nationwide.
Laura’s Playground
website: http://www.lauras-playground.com/
*Laura's Playground is a free support site for MTF, FTM, transsexual, transgendered, crossdressers, intersex,
androgynous and their significant others and friends.
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Safe2Pee
website: http://www.safe2pee.org
*A directory of gender neutral bathrooms, unisex restrooms, and accessible toilets by city and state. The
listing includes maps to aid in finding a restroom in time of need.
Susan’s Place for Transgender Resources
website: http://www.susans.org/
*Offers lists of many resources including lists of doctors and support forums.
Transgender Equality Blog
website: http://transgenderequality.wordpress.com/
*Blog is maintained by the National Center for Gender Equality. It covers non-transgender specific issues
through a transgender lens.
TransMentors International
phone: (877)366-3888
website: http://www.transmentors.org
*A non-profit organization which provides aid, support and assistance to Trans-identified individuals. Has
access to many resources, including online support forums for FTM, MTF, and SOFFA.
Trans-Ponder
website: http://www.trans-ponder.com/cms/aggregator/sources/7
*Website with podcasts about transgender and gender LGBT issues. The podcast was nominated two years
running as the best LGBT podcast out there.
Trans Road Map
website: http://www.tsroadmap.com
*Tons of information, how-to’s, & links for trans community
T-VOX
website: http://www.t-vox.org
*Essentially a trans-wikipedia: T-VOX is comprehensive advice, information and support website on the
internet for genderqueer, intersex, transgender and transsexual people, as well as their friends/families.
Women’s Spectrum Support Groups and Resources
Drop-In: Feminine Spectrum Wednesdays, 7:30 PM - 9 PM. February 1 - March 21 at the LGBT Community
Center located at 208 W. 13th St. NY, NY (between 6th and 7th avenues) A weekly drop-in group for those
assigned male at birth who now identify as trans-femme, trans-women, women, trans-female, cross-dresser,
drag queen, transsexual, femme queen, exploring, etc. to explore and discuss their feelings and concerns
about gender, trans-identities and their histories. Drop-in. No registration required. $5 suggested donation.
No one turned away for lack of funds. For more information call (646)-556-9300 or visit
http://www.gaycenter.org
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Dr. Anne Lawrence
website: http://www.annelawrence.com/index.html
*Provides a multitude of resources for trans women.
Transgender Support Group meets Thursdays 6:00-7:00PM at 301 W. 37th St. (at 8th Ave) New York, NY
10018. This affirming and safe space for women of transgender experience offers a venue for collaborative
learning and sharing, as well as the opportunity to receive harm reduction education, support, and referrals.
For more information please visit http://www.positivehealthproject.org
Transsexual Women’s Successes: Links & Photos
website: http://ai.eecs.umich.edu/people/conway/TSsuccesses/TSsuccesses.html
*Site provides access to the photos and stories of trans women who have successfully transitioned as well as
links to support sites and resources.
Transview Group provides support to HIV+ Transgender women. The group meets weekly on Tuesday
evenings at The Hudson Pride Connections Center, located at 32 Jones Street, Jersey City, NJ 07306 from 6pm9pm for discussions, fabulous parties, and other social events. For more information visit
http://www.hudsonpride.org
Workplace Resources
The Center for Gender Sanity
website: http://www.gendersanity.com
*Assists with all aspects of transition in the workplace. Consults with employers and HR professionals to guide
them through an employee’s change to a different gender presentation. Offers diversity training specifically on
transgender issues for all levels of management and workers
FAQ’s for Transgender Job Seekers
website: http://www.uvm.edu/~career/pdf/FAQtransjobseekers.pdf
*Awesome resource produced by The University of Vermont consisting of answers to common questions that
transgender people have in terms of employment.
LGBT Career Link
website: http://lgbtcareerlink.com/
*Out & Equal Workplace Advocate’s site for the LGBT workforce. Find jobs, learn about employment at
diversity-friendly companies and research careers by networking with your LGBT and allied colleagues.
Out for Work
website: http://www.outforwork.org/
*Out for Work functions as a complimentary component in the total educational experience of LGBT students,
primarily in the development, evaluation, initiation and implementation of career plans and opportunities.
Transgender Job Bank
website: http://www.tjobbank.com/
* A free service provided to assist members of the transgender community gain employment
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Trans Road Map: Work Transition
website: http://www.tsroadmap.com/reality/jobtrans.html
*Information about work transition for transgender people
Transgender at Work
website: http://www.tgender.net/taw/
*Provides resources specifically about transgender issues in the workplace. Since workplace harassment is
something experienced by nearly all transgender people, this site is a great place to start for ways to better
the workplace environment for people of all gender identities.
TransWorkPlace – Transgender Workplace Diversity Network
website: http://transworkplace.ning.com/
*800-strong network on transgender workplace diversity for HR managers, diversity professionals, lawyers,
transgender employees and allies.
Youth Advocacy Initiatives
The Gay, Lesbian, Straight Education Network (GLSEN)
phone: (212) 727-0135
website: http://www.glsen.org
*GLSEN works with educators, policy makers, community leaders and students on the urgent need to address
anti-LGBT behavior and bias in schools.
GenderSpectrum
phone: (510) 567-3977
website: http://www.genderspectrum.org/
*Gender Spectrum provides education, training and support to help create a gender sensitive and inclusive
environment for all children and teens. We provide consultation, training and events designed to help families,
educators, professionals, and organizations understand and address the concepts of gender identity and
expression. Website has extensive resource list for parents, families, schools, and providers.
TransActive
phone: (503) 252 3000
website: http://www.transactiveonline.org
*An internationally recognized non-profit focused on serving the diverse needs of transgender (TG) and
gender nonconforming (GNC) children, youth, their families and allies.
Trans Youth Family Allies (TYFA)
phone: (888) 462-8932
website: http://www.imatyfa.org/index.html
*TYFA empowers children and families by partnering with educators, service providers and communities to
develop supportive environments in which gender may be expressed and respected. Website includes a
plethora of helpful resources.
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TrueChild
phone: (202)309-1416
website: http://www.truechild.org
*TrueChild is an action tank of leading experts that promotes “gender transformative” approaches to
reproductive health, gender-based violence, and educational achievement.
Youth Resources and Support (New Jersey)
Trans Youth & Families Support Group at IPG’s Highland Park Office, located at 8 South Third Avenue Highland
Park, NJ monthly support group beginning Saturday June 16 th at 1:00pm. Contact 732-246-8439 for more
information
The After School HangOUT: Support and Social Group for LGBTIQ youth 17 and younger and their straight
allies! Come hang out with us at a safe place to talk, meet new people, and have fun! It's an extension of our
current Youth Drop-In that happens the Second and Forth Saturdays of the month! Meeting every Friday
afternoon at 3:30-6:30pm at The Pride Center of NJ, located at 85 Raritan Avenue Suite 100 in Highland Park.
Visit http://www.pridecenter.org for more info.
Camp Aranu’tiq is a summer camp for transgender & gender-variant youth. Aranu'tiq has two locations:
Southern New England and Southern California. For more information call (617) 467-5830 or visit
http://www.camparanutiq.org
LGBT Youth Connect Hudson Pride provides a safe space for LGBTQ youth to interact with their peers as well
as a place to interact with, learn from, and be mentored by LGBT adults. The YouthConnect program provides
academic tutoring, empowerment workshops, job development assistance, computer access, meals, a social
support group, HIV testing and prevention education, and much more. Members plan fun social events
including movie nights, ice cream parties, & BBQ’s. They learn how to be healthy and powerful young LGBT
individuals. Meetings are every Friday from 3:00-8:00pm at The Hudson Pride Connections Center, located at
32 Jones Street, Jersey City, New Jersey 07306. For more information call Jerrilee at (201) 963-4779 or visit
http://www.hudsonpride.org
Trans Youth & Families Support Group at IPG’s Highland Park Office, located at 8 South Third Avenue Highland
Park, NJ monthly support group beginning Saturday June 16 th at 1:00pm. Contact 732-246-8439 for more
information
Youth Drop In: For LGBTIQ youth and their straight allies ages 17 and under. Meets second and fourth
Saturdays at The Pride Center in Highland Park at 1:00 p.m. Visit http://www.pridecenter.org for more info.
Youth Resources and Support (New York)
ACQC Weekly support group for LGBT youth at AIDS Center of Queens County 97-45 Queens Blvd. Suite 1220
call (718)-896-2500 or visit http://www.acqc.homestead.com for more information
Audre Lorde Project Programs for LGBT people of color, plus summer youth program.
85 South Oxford Street, Brooklyn 11217. Call (718) 596-0342 or visit http:///www.alp.org
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Camp Aranu’tiq is a summer camp for transgender & gender-variant youth. Aranu'tiq has two locations:
Southern New England and Southern California. For more information call (617) 467-5830 or visit
http://www.camparanutiq.org
The Door offers health, legal, education, leadership, & career services; also provides a wide range of programs
and services specifically catered to its LGBTQ members. For more information go to
http://www.door.org/programs-services/lgbtq or call (212) 941-9090
Fierce! Community organizing and advocacy for LGBT youth of color. 147 W. 24th St. 6th Floor M-F 4-8pm Call
(646)336-6789 or visit http://www.fiercenyc.org for more information.
GLOBE Youth projects and after school drop-in group for LGBT youth in Bushwick 301 Grove St. (between
Myrtle & Knickerbocker) Brooklyn, NY 11237 call 718-418-7690 ext 207 or visit http://www.maketheroad.org
Green Chimneys has a long history of serving trans youth. The NYC branch of Green Chimneys operates a wide
range of residential, social service and educational programs that specifically focus on the needs of GLBTQ
youth and their families. For more information, contact (212) 677-7288.
Hetrick-Martin Institute After-school program for LGBT youth. Home of the Harvey Milk High School. Call to
make an appt for an intake to become a member or drop by the center from 3:00 – 6:00 pm, Mon – Fri. Free
and confidential, bring ID if possible. 2 Astor Place (near Broadway and 8th St.) Ages 21 and under. Call (212)
674-2400 or visit http://www.hmi.org for more information
New Neutral Zone Drop-in center for LGBT youth, and straight allies, ages 14-21. Located at 2273 3rd Avenue
(between 123rd-124th street) Top Floor. For more info contact (917) 251-6535
Trans Youth Support Group For youths from 13 to 19 years old & their families at Mt. Sinai Adolescent Health
Center at 320 E 94th St. weekly group starting May 2nd, 2012. *If your child is not a current patient in Mt. Sinai
Adolescent Health Center, please contact Beth Zacher at (212) 423-2928 or via email
elizabeth.zacher@mountsinai.org to pre-register your child for the support group meeting.
West Side YMCA Support group for GLBTQ youth 5 West 63rd Street, New York, NY 10023
Call (212) 875-4218 or visit http://www.ymcanyc.org/westside
YES Program at The Center located at 208 West 13th Street New York, NY for more info visit
http://www.gaycenter.org/youth or call (646) 556-9300
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