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Whether a club is at a middle school, high school, or university; whether it is a GSA, Diversity Club, or some other name, there are numerous school, college, or county-based organizations across PA.
Pennsylvania Equality Project is committed to providing resources for the LGBTQIA+ community to empower individuals to live their lives authentically. Many folks in the community struggle with various forms of addiction whether to alcohol, drug abuse, cigarettes, or vaping. As part of our commitment to improving the lives of the most vulnerable in our community, we offer these additional resources and encourage those who need it, to seek the help they need to live better lives.
Businesses listed on this page are welcoming and affirming of the LGBTQ+ community. Businesses that are online only are listed as such. For further information, please contact the individual business owners or management. From attorneys to yoga studios and everything in between, we are building our Resources page to better serve the LGBTQ+ community of Pennsylvania.
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Job & Career Guide for LGBTQ+ Applicants from resumebuilder.com
Finding a job can be both exciting and challenging, but candidates from the LGBTQ+ community often face unique issues and concerns. This guide is a comprehensive resource tailored to empower LGBTQ+ job seekers on their professional journey. We’ll delve into the critical topics of knowing your rights, evaluating job opportunities, exploring industries, crafting impactful resumes, and mastering job interviews. We aim to provide you with the knowledge and support necessary to thrive in your career and ensure your authentic self is respected and celebrated throughout the process.
LGBTQ+ Friendly PA Businesses & RESOURCES
(Newest listings shown below / In alphabetic order by category)
A to Z Law Firm (Erie, PA)
A to Z Law Erie is a female-led intergenerational law firm owned & operated by a mother-daughter team of experienced, compassionate attorneys & peacemakers. They offer legal services in the areas of Family Law, Estate Planning & Administration, Other Civil & Criminal Matters, and Assisting our LGBTQ+ Community.
Business hours are from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM on weekdays
Address: 402 W 6th St, Erie, PA, 16507.
Phone: (814) 452-4451
Email: assistance@atozlawerie.com
Addictionresources.net (Online)
Rehab centers in Pennsylvania offer residential treatment programs for addiction recovery. These facilities may provide detox programs, individual therapy, drug abuse education, and more.
This list of the top nine inpatient rehab centers in Pennsylvania was selected based on our quality selection criteria.
Marks of quality care offered in the treatment facilities below include:
- facility accreditation
- licensing and certification
- evidence-based treatment
- Google ratings and client reviews
Get Help Now, confidential and free call: (844) 640-0175
WEBSITE
Broadband Search (Online)
Pennsylvania Equality Project’s tech department is transitioning our resources pages from the way they look presently, to these accordian tabs. Each tab will list the business’s name and the city in which it is located. If the business exists in multiple locations statewide, the listing will read: Pennsylvania. If the business is provided solely online, the listing will read: Online. This is an example of what the Internet Service Provider category looks like.
BroadbandSearch.net
Our team has put together extensive research on the providers and plans available across the United States and here in Pennsylvania. The research includes download speeds, upload speeds, pricing, data caps, fine print, and more. Our mission is to make it easier for you to find the best Internet and television service in your area with a quick search of your address. This is possible only if you can see all providers in your area. It’s a mission we are dedicated to expanding every day and currently have almost 2,000 providers in our database.
Some PA Statistics
78.9% of people living in PA have high speed Internet at home. However, the access to high speed Internet throughout the state is excellent. Wireless Internet is available in 99.7% of Pennsylvania. Cable Internet is available to 94.6%. DSL is offered to 93.5% of the population. An impressive 50.6% of PA residents have Fiber Internet access, a percentage much higher than the national average.
Edinboro, PA residents, click here.
Concise Recovery
According to the 2019 National Survey of Drug Use and Health, 18.3% of all LGBTQ+ individuals met the criteria for substance use disorder in the US. This percentage accounts for a staggering 2.6 million people.
You can help change the world by learning about the realities of discrimination, stigma, and abuse in the LGBTQ community. Our latest publication examines the unique challenges LGBTQ members face which can drive them towards addiction.
Rates of substance use disorder in the LGBTQ+ community are significantly higher than in the general population. According to the 2019 National Survey of Drug Use and Health, 18.3% of all LGBTQ+ individuals met the criteria for substance use disorder in the United States.1 This percentage accounts for a staggering 2.6 million people.
Of those 2.6 million, 64.6% struggled with alcohol, 51.6% struggled with illicit drug use, and 16.2% struggled with both alcohol and illicit drugs. In addition, over 70% had co-occurring mental illness alongside a substance use disorder. Lastly, people in the LGBTQ+ community with substance use disorders often enter treatment with more severe problems.
Contact Information
Address
Concise Recovery
4809 Lowell Road
Glendale CA 91214
Phone: 1 (888) 754-0180
Website
CYBERBULLYING: HOW TO IDENTIFY AND HANDLE ONLINE HARASSMENT (ONLINE, BY ALLCONNECT.COM)
Cyberbullying may look different in each age group, but it is undeniable that the acceleration of online activity and social media use has led to increases in online bullying that affects self-esteem, physical health, mental health, education and many other facets of adolescents’ lives.
WEBSITE
Earthshine Co (Edinboro, PA)
A store with imagination
For the alternative
Earthshine Co
118 Meadville St
Edinboro, PA 16412
Email: earthshine@verizon.net
Phone: (814) 734-5858
Kevin Burke, Attorney at Law (Meadville, PA)
My areas of practice are family law, criminal law, landlord tenant, and bankruptcy. I also can draft wills and power of attorneys and guardianships. I do some real estate work also. If in Crawford County, give me a call:
Meadville Area Free Clinic
Practice Makes Perfect Music Studio, LLC (Greensburg & Connellsville, PA)
Practice Makes Perfect strives to create an inclusive, diverse, and welcoming space for all students that allows them the opportunity at musical fulfillment. We Provide top-tier instruction in music fundamentals with a focus on creativity and innovation while also fostering musicianship by employing highly qualified instructors who work together as partners both inside of school walls or outside it too! In 2020 Practice Makes Perfect opened and strives create a welcoming, safe space for people who love music. We value creativity and innovation in all our students; we work to help them find their inner musician through lessons on instruments, child development classes, group courses, and most importantly, Fun. Practice Makes Perfect Music Studio provides individual lessons, group classes, and coaching’s for all ages and skill levels of musicians from infant to professional. We have a staff that is unparalleled in their dedication and love they share with us every day as we strive together on this journey towards creating better musicians!
Phone: (724) 765-0637
Rose Botanicals
We sell common, uncommon, rare, and weird house plants and their accessories.
Speak with Pride Therapy (Online Teletherapy for PA Residents)
Zachary Koharski is a speech-language pathologist serving the Greater Philadelphia region. Zach started his career working as a speech therapist in a nursing and rehabilitation center during the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic. From there, he made the change to the school setting to work with children from Kindergarten to high school. Zach has worked with multiple populations of school children, including students with Autism and Emotional Support students. By working across multiple settings, Zach has gained valuable experience treating a variety of speech and language disorders across the lifespan.
Zach currently provides teletherapy services to those residing in Pennsylvania. For more information, please contact us!
Pennsylvania LGBTQ+ Advocacy Organizations
ALLENTOWN PA
BRADBURY-SULLIVAN CENTER
Bradbury-Sullivan LGBT Community Center creates a vibrant community for the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender community in the Lehigh Valley through life-enriching LGBT arts & culture programs, leading-edge LGBT health programs, daily LGBT youth programs, critical supportive services, an annual regional pride festival, and an informative Training Institute.
Bethlehem pa
Lehigh Valley Transgender Renaissance
Offering peer support and social opportunities for transgender individuals, Lehigh Valley Transgender Renaissance is a Program of Eastern PA Trans Equity Project.
Contact Information
Address
Phone:
Email: lvrenaissanceinfo@gmail.com
FACEBOOK WEBSITE
East Petersburg PA
Trans Advocacy Pennsylvania
Trans Advocacy Pennsylvania is a not for profit organization committed to conduct transgender informational related research, transgender advocacy, gender education, and provide support to LGBT persons and groups.
Contact Information
Address
2049 Miller Rd
East Petersburg, PA 17520
Phone: (717) 220-3361
Email:
FACEBOOK WEBSITE
ERIE PA
GREATER ERIE ALLIANCE FOR EQUALITY
The Greater Erie Alliance for Equality, Inc. (GEAE) is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting the region’s LGBT community and its straight allies through educational programs, social events, and opportunities for service, which are designed to strengthen our voice and improve the quality of life in northwestern Pennsylvania.
NWPA PRIDE ALLIANCE
Incorporated in March, 2012, NW PA Pride Alliance, Inc works to improve visibility of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer/Questioning, Intersexed and Ally/Asexual (LGBTQIA) community. We also facilitate communication and collaboration between groups and individuals within the region’s LGBTQIA community and the greater region’s community, while respecting individual and group identity.
hARRISBURG PA
COALITION FOR TRANS YOUTH – PA
The Pennsylvania Coalition for Trans Youth provides visibility, awareness, education, and support for transgender and nonbinary youth across Pennsylvania.
Of recent note:
LGBT CENTER OF CENTRAL PA
We recognize how interconnected our work in the LGBTQ+ movement must be with other social justice movements, and we unapologetically stand for and with movements seeking justice and inclusion for people of color, documented and undocumented immigrants, refugees, people of all faiths or no faith, women, people living with disabilities, older adults, youth, and people who are low-income.
PA COMMISSION ON LGBTQ AFFAIRS
The Pennsylvania Commission on LGBTQ Affairs is the first of its kind in the nation. It was established by an Executive Order from Governor Tom Wolf in August 2018. Its goal is to advise the Governor and state agencies regarding policies, programs, and legislation that impact LGBTQ communities and to serve as a resourceful intermediary between LGBTQ communities and state government. It is composed of appointed commissioners from across the Commonwealth, each acting as a representative and advocate for LGBTQ communities.
PENNSYLVANIA YOUTH CONGRESS
The Pennsylvania Youth Congress advances freedom and justice for young LGBTQ Pennsylvanians through advocating for responsible public policy. As a youth-led organization, PYC represents citizens working toward safer schools and thriving communities across the commonwealth.
philadelphia pa
PENN LGBT CENTER
Welcome to the Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Center, one of the oldest and most active LGBT centers in the country. The Center is a home away from home for the Queer and Transgender communities at the University of Pennsylvania as we have been proudly serving the Penn LGBTQ+ community for over 35 years.Whether you are questioning your gender identity or sexuality, in the process of coming out, proudly identify as LGBTQ+, or an ally, the Center welcomes you.
WILLIAM WAY LGBT CENTER
The William Way LGBT Community Center serves the LGBT community of Philadelphia and its allies 365 days a year. From social groups, networking events, and counseling and support services to art exhibitions and cultural experiences, the Center consistently strives to provide new and innovative programs for the LGBT communities of Philadelphia.
PITTSBURGH PA
PERSAD CENTER
PERSAD CENTER is a human service organization whose mission is to improve the well-being of the LGBTQ (lesbian, gay bisexual, transgender, queer and questioning) communities, and the HIV/AIDS communities. We serve our target populations and their loved ones, cradle to grave, across western Pennsylvania, with service centers in Pittsburgh and Washington, PA.
PFLAG PITTSBURGH
Our mission is to build on a foundation of loving families united with LGBTQ people and allies who support one another, and to educate ourselves and our communities to speak up as advocates until all hearts and minds respect, value and affirm LGBTQ people. PFLAG envisions a world where diversity is celebrated and all people are respected, valued, and affirmed inclusive of their sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression.
SisTers PGH
SisTers PGH is a transgender centered drop-in space, resource provider and shelter transitioning program based in Pittsburgh, PA. As a black, trans-led organization, SisTersPGH is uniquely situated to help trans and non-binary people in Allegheny County find the resources they need to thrive.
READING PA
LGBT CENTER OF GREATER READING
We are an LGBTQ+ Center located in Reading, Pennsylvania. We acknowledge that all individuals deserve respect, acceptance, and support of their inherent rights. Lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) individuals experience marginalization and denied rights as part of the human community. Therefore, we believe that we can make a difference by promoting social justice for all LGBTQ+ individuals.
sharon pa
Shenango Valley Pride
Shenango Valley Pride Picnic
The mission is to reach our local Lgbtqia+ community and their families to offer a local pride event and support services to an underserved area in Western Pennsylvania. Our support groups serve youth and young adults. We also hold a support group for parents, family, and friends.
Find us on Facebook at these locations:
LGBTQIA+ Alliance Shenango Valley
LGBTQIA+Alliance Shenango Valley Parent Support
Shenango Valley Pride Picnic
Phone: (724) 699-0780
Email: SVPridePicnic@gmail.com
WILLIAMSPORT PA
WEST BRANCH PRIDE
We’re in the process of forming the official and legal nonprofit entity for the West Branch Pride Fest 2022.
To help us raise startup funds, please visit our GoFundMe page.
To get involved, please complete this short availability form.
Williamsport LGBT Community Outreach
Mission
Making Williamsport and surrounding areas a welcoming place for people of all sexual orientations and gender expressions. Developing Non-discrimiation policies for local businesses and support systems in place in education facilities. And create resources for the needs of our community.
Vision
A place where Gay and Lesbian people are embraced just as hetersexuals. Where transgender people are celebrated for being who they are born to be. Where “Love thy Neighbor” means everyone.
Contact Information
Address
1029 Tucker St
Williamsport PA 17701
Phone: (570) 360-5404
Facebook Website
York pa
Rainbow Rose Center
Our Mission
The Rainbow Rose Center fosters an environment of inclusion, equity, and health where all LGBTQIA+ community members thrive in York County, Pennsylvania.
Our Vision: It’s All about Community
Opened in May of 2019 as a 100% volunteer-based organization, the Rainbow Rose Center grew out of the family of community-connecting Equality Fest events enjoyed and celebrated in York since the passage of marriage equality in Pennsylvania in 2014. For years, individuals in the community reached out to Equality Fest through emails and Facebook messages looking for information on local resources to improve their daily lives. In 2019, the organization took on the name Rainbow Rose Center and achieved 501(c)3 nonprofit status with the Federal and State government in June 2020.
The Rainbow Rose Center continues to serve the LGBTQIA+ community as a virtual-only resource center. While still hosting virtual support group meetings monthly and answering community questions online, the Rainbow Rose Center continues to promote and advocate for the inclusion of LGBTQIA+ individuals to enhance the diversity of our community and the businesses within. Going forward, the organization will expand its programming to promote the health and well-being of the LGBTQIA+ community, increasing support group offerings, hosting additional educational and advocacy panels, and creating safe celebratory events for the benefit of all.