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4 events, 1
2025-09-01
HMI CLOSED
HMI CLOSED
September 1
HMI CLOSED

HMI is closed in observance of Labor Day

Featured 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
HMI’s Kiki Lounge – Mondays
Featured September 1 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
HMI’s Kiki Lounge – Mondays

Kiki, Vogue, runway..... What's your fancy? Come hang out with your friends and house members to practice your skills and get ready for your upcoming function.Every Monday and Wednesday! Email …

4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Open Art Studio Mondays
September 1 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Open Art Studio Mondays

HMI’s Open Art Studio offers a variety of materials for your free creative expression, including (but not limited to) watercolor and acrylic paints, oil and chalk pastels, pencils, pen and …

4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Peace Portal
September 1 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Peace Portal

Peace Portal is a quiet space for HMI members and Staff, Monday through Friday from 4 to 6pm. A chill space for meditation, homework, research, resume-building, job searches, napping and …

4 events, 2
4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Get Psyched About Games
September 2 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Get Psyched About Games

Get Psyched: About Games!” is a safe space to discuss mental health and psychology through the medium of video games! We will play a game together and discuss themes relating …

4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Peace Portal
September 2 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Peace Portal

Peace Portal is a quiet space for HMI members and Staff, Monday through Friday from 4 to 6pm. A chill space for meditation, homework, research, resume-building, job searches, napping and …

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Trans Treats and Non-Binary Bytes
September 2 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Trans Treats and Non-Binary Bytes

Join us to talk about gender and how it intersects with all other parts of your identity!  Treat yourself to snacks and a a community space for TGNB youth!  Join …

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
User Friendly
September 2 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
User Friendly

Looking for a judgement-free space to discuss substance use, harm reduction and community care? Join us at User Friendly! We will be meeting every Tuesday, from 6:00-7:30 in Room 303.  …

6 events, 3
Featured 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
HMI’s Kiki Lounge – Wednesdays
Featured September 3 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
HMI’s Kiki Lounge – Wednesdays

Kiki, Vogue, runway..... What's your fancy? Come hang out with your friends and house members to practice your skills and get ready for your upcoming function. Every Monday and Wednesday! …

4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Art Blooms
September 3 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Art Blooms

Work through your thoughts and feelings with art at Art Blooms, no art experience necessary. Wednesdays 4-6pm in the Art Space. Email Sus at sspieler@hmi.org

4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Peace Portal
September 3 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Peace Portal

Peace Portal is a quiet space for HMI members and Staff, Monday through Friday from 4 to 6pm. A chill space for meditation, homework, research, resume-building, job searches, napping and …

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Tabletop Gaymers
September 3 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Tabletop Gaymers

Tabletop Gaymers: An open group where youth create a character and role play as them within a fun cafe setting! Email Bre at boreilly@hmi.org

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Open Art Studio Wednesday
September 3 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Open Art Studio Wednesday

Join us for Open Art Studio in the Art Space! Email Leesa at Ltabrizi@hmi.org for more info.

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Taste the Moment
September 3 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Taste the Moment

THIS IS YOUR MOMENT, HAVE IT! Join Daniel in HMI's new mindfulness practice group, Taste the Moment. Learn new wellness practice tools while trying and eating fresh fruits each week. …

3 events, 4
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Peace Portal
September 4 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Peace Portal

Peace Portal is a quiet space for HMI members and Staff, Monday through Friday from 4 to 6pm. A chill space for meditation, homework, research, resume-building, job searches, napping and …

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Your House
September 4 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Your House

Your House (Sip hot tea, Sink into cozy vibes, chat quietly, or chill with a movie or series. No pressure —just a warm, welcoming place to relax and be yourself.), …

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
What’s the T–Blocker
September 4 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
What’s the T–Blocker

What's the T-Blocker: A group for trans femmes/trans women to gather and talk authentically about their experiences. Email Bre or Mykey for more info: boreilly@hmi.org & madme@hmi.org.

2 events, 5
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Housing Drop-In Group with Areyah
September 5 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Housing Drop-In Group with Areyah

Every friday get assistance with all your housing needs!  Room 346, 4-5pm.  Email Areyah at asmith@hmi.org

4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Peace Portal
September 5 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Peace Portal

Peace Portal is a quiet space for HMI members and Staff, Monday through Friday from 4 to 6pm. A chill space for meditation, homework, research, resume-building, job searches, napping and …

0 events, 6
0 events, 7
3 events, 8
Featured 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
HMI’s Kiki Lounge – Mondays
Featured September 8 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
HMI’s Kiki Lounge – Mondays

Kiki, Vogue, runway..... What's your fancy? Come hang out with your friends and house members to practice your skills and get ready for your upcoming function.Every Monday and Wednesday! Email …

4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Open Art Studio Mondays
September 8 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Open Art Studio Mondays

HMI’s Open Art Studio offers a variety of materials for your free creative expression, including (but not limited to) watercolor and acrylic paints, oil and chalk pastels, pencils, pen and …

4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Peace Portal
September 8 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Peace Portal

Peace Portal is a quiet space for HMI members and Staff, Monday through Friday from 4 to 6pm. A chill space for meditation, homework, research, resume-building, job searches, napping and …

4 events, 9
4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Get Psyched About Games
September 9 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Get Psyched About Games

Get Psyched: About Games!” is a safe space to discuss mental health and psychology through the medium of video games! We will play a game together and discuss themes relating …

4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Peace Portal
September 9 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Peace Portal

Peace Portal is a quiet space for HMI members and Staff, Monday through Friday from 4 to 6pm. A chill space for meditation, homework, research, resume-building, job searches, napping and …

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Trans Treats and Non-Binary Bytes
September 9 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Trans Treats and Non-Binary Bytes

Join us to talk about gender and how it intersects with all other parts of your identity!  Treat yourself to snacks and a a community space for TGNB youth!  Join …

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
User Friendly
September 9 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
User Friendly

Looking for a judgement-free space to discuss substance use, harm reduction and community care? Join us at User Friendly! We will be meeting every Tuesday, from 6:00-7:30 in Room 303.  …

6 events, 10
Featured 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
HMI’s Kiki Lounge – Wednesdays
Featured September 10 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
HMI’s Kiki Lounge – Wednesdays

Kiki, Vogue, runway..... What's your fancy? Come hang out with your friends and house members to practice your skills and get ready for your upcoming function. Every Monday and Wednesday! …

4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Art Blooms
September 10 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Art Blooms

Work through your thoughts and feelings with art at Art Blooms, no art experience necessary. Wednesdays 4-6pm in the Art Space. Email Sus at sspieler@hmi.org

4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Peace Portal
September 10 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Peace Portal

Peace Portal is a quiet space for HMI members and Staff, Monday through Friday from 4 to 6pm. A chill space for meditation, homework, research, resume-building, job searches, napping and …

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Tabletop Gaymers
September 10 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Tabletop Gaymers

Tabletop Gaymers: An open group where youth create a character and role play as them within a fun cafe setting! Email Bre at boreilly@hmi.org

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Open Art Studio Wednesday
September 10 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Open Art Studio Wednesday

Join us for Open Art Studio in the Art Space! Email Leesa at Ltabrizi@hmi.org for more info.

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Taste the Moment
September 10 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Taste the Moment

THIS IS YOUR MOMENT, HAVE IT! Join Daniel in HMI's new mindfulness practice group, Taste the Moment. Learn new wellness practice tools while trying and eating fresh fruits each week. …

6 events, 11
4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Get Psyched About Games
September 11 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Get Psyched About Games

Get Psyched: About Games!” is a safe space to discuss mental health and psychology through the medium of video games! We will play a game together and discuss themes relating …

4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Peace Portal
September 11 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Peace Portal

Peace Portal is a quiet space for HMI members and Staff, Monday through Friday from 4 to 6pm. A chill space for meditation, homework, research, resume-building, job searches, napping and …

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Your House
September 11 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Your House

Your House (Sip hot tea, Sink into cozy vibes, chat quietly, or chill with a movie or series. No pressure —just a warm, welcoming place to relax and be yourself.), …

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Soul Circle
September 11 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Soul Circle

Calling all BIPOC LGBTQIA+ youth 13-24! Come join HMI's Asha every Thursday 6-7:15pm. This support group for youth of color focuses on healing and joy and meets both virtually and …

6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Job Shop
September 11 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Job Shop

Get one on one help with your resume, cover letters, mock interviews, and job searching! Email Reid at relwell@hmi.org for more information or call 212.674.2600 ext. 253.

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
What’s the T–Blocker
September 11 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
What’s the T–Blocker

What's the T-Blocker: A group for trans femmes/trans women to gather and talk authentically about their experiences. Email Bre or Mykey for more info: boreilly@hmi.org & madme@hmi.org.

2 events, 12
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Housing Drop-In Group with Areyah
September 12 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Housing Drop-In Group with Areyah

Every friday get assistance with all your housing needs!  Room 346, 4-5pm.  Email Areyah at asmith@hmi.org

4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Peace Portal
September 12 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Peace Portal

Peace Portal is a quiet space for HMI members and Staff, Monday through Friday from 4 to 6pm. A chill space for meditation, homework, research, resume-building, job searches, napping and …

0 events, 13
0 events, 14
3 events, 15
Featured 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
HMI’s Kiki Lounge – Mondays
Featured September 15 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
HMI’s Kiki Lounge – Mondays

Kiki, Vogue, runway..... What's your fancy? Come hang out with your friends and house members to practice your skills and get ready for your upcoming function.Every Monday and Wednesday! Email …

4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Open Art Studio Mondays
September 15 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Open Art Studio Mondays

HMI’s Open Art Studio offers a variety of materials for your free creative expression, including (but not limited to) watercolor and acrylic paints, oil and chalk pastels, pencils, pen and …

4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Peace Portal
September 15 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Peace Portal

Peace Portal is a quiet space for HMI members and Staff, Monday through Friday from 4 to 6pm. A chill space for meditation, homework, research, resume-building, job searches, napping and …

4 events, 16
4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Get Psyched About Games
September 16 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Get Psyched About Games

Get Psyched: About Games!” is a safe space to discuss mental health and psychology through the medium of video games! We will play a game together and discuss themes relating …

4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Peace Portal
September 16 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Peace Portal

Peace Portal is a quiet space for HMI members and Staff, Monday through Friday from 4 to 6pm. A chill space for meditation, homework, research, resume-building, job searches, napping and …

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Trans Treats and Non-Binary Bytes
September 16 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Trans Treats and Non-Binary Bytes

Join us to talk about gender and how it intersects with all other parts of your identity!  Treat yourself to snacks and a a community space for TGNB youth!  Join …

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
User Friendly
September 16 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
User Friendly

Looking for a judgement-free space to discuss substance use, harm reduction and community care? Join us at User Friendly! We will be meeting every Tuesday, from 6:00-7:30 in Room 303.  …

6 events, 17
Featured 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
HMI’s Kiki Lounge – Wednesdays
Featured September 17 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
HMI’s Kiki Lounge – Wednesdays

Kiki, Vogue, runway..... What's your fancy? Come hang out with your friends and house members to practice your skills and get ready for your upcoming function. Every Monday and Wednesday! …

4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Art Blooms
September 17 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Art Blooms

Work through your thoughts and feelings with art at Art Blooms, no art experience necessary. Wednesdays 4-6pm in the Art Space. Email Sus at sspieler@hmi.org

4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Peace Portal
September 17 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Peace Portal

Peace Portal is a quiet space for HMI members and Staff, Monday through Friday from 4 to 6pm. A chill space for meditation, homework, research, resume-building, job searches, napping and …

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Tabletop Gaymers
September 17 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Tabletop Gaymers

Tabletop Gaymers: An open group where youth create a character and role play as them within a fun cafe setting! Email Bre at boreilly@hmi.org

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Open Art Studio Wednesday
September 17 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Open Art Studio Wednesday

Join us for Open Art Studio in the Art Space! Email Leesa at Ltabrizi@hmi.org for more info.

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Taste the Moment
September 17 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Taste the Moment

THIS IS YOUR MOMENT, HAVE IT! Join Daniel in HMI's new mindfulness practice group, Taste the Moment. Learn new wellness practice tools while trying and eating fresh fruits each week. …

7 events, 18
Featured 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Community Meeting
Featured September 18 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Community Meeting

HMIYouth join us for our monthly Community Meeting on the first Thursday of every month. Join us for snacks, games and our MONTHLY RAFFLE for cool prizes all while learning …

4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Get Psyched About Games
September 18 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Get Psyched About Games

Get Psyched: About Games!” is a safe space to discuss mental health and psychology through the medium of video games! We will play a game together and discuss themes relating …

4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Peace Portal
September 18 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Peace Portal

Peace Portal is a quiet space for HMI members and Staff, Monday through Friday from 4 to 6pm. A chill space for meditation, homework, research, resume-building, job searches, napping and …

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Your House
September 18 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Your House

Your House (Sip hot tea, Sink into cozy vibes, chat quietly, or chill with a movie or series. No pressure —just a warm, welcoming place to relax and be yourself.), …

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Soul Circle
September 18 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Soul Circle

Calling all BIPOC LGBTQIA+ youth 13-24! Come join HMI's Asha every Thursday 6-7:15pm. This support group for youth of color focuses on healing and joy and meets both virtually and …

6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Job Shop
September 18 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Job Shop

Get one on one help with your resume, cover letters, mock interviews, and job searching! Email Reid at relwell@hmi.org for more information or call 212.674.2600 ext. 253.

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
What’s the T–Blocker
September 18 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
What’s the T–Blocker

What's the T-Blocker: A group for trans femmes/trans women to gather and talk authentically about their experiences. Email Bre or Mykey for more info: boreilly@hmi.org & madme@hmi.org.

2 events, 19
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Housing Drop-In Group with Areyah
September 19 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Housing Drop-In Group with Areyah

Every friday get assistance with all your housing needs!  Room 346, 4-5pm.  Email Areyah at asmith@hmi.org

4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Peace Portal
September 19 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Peace Portal

Peace Portal is a quiet space for HMI members and Staff, Monday through Friday from 4 to 6pm. A chill space for meditation, homework, research, resume-building, job searches, napping and …

0 events, 20
0 events, 21
3 events, 22
Featured 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
HMI’s Kiki Lounge – Mondays
Featured September 22 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
HMI’s Kiki Lounge – Mondays

Kiki, Vogue, runway..... What's your fancy? Come hang out with your friends and house members to practice your skills and get ready for your upcoming function.Every Monday and Wednesday! Email …

4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Open Art Studio Mondays
September 22 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Open Art Studio Mondays

HMI’s Open Art Studio offers a variety of materials for your free creative expression, including (but not limited to) watercolor and acrylic paints, oil and chalk pastels, pencils, pen and …

4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Peace Portal
September 22 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Peace Portal

Peace Portal is a quiet space for HMI members and Staff, Monday through Friday from 4 to 6pm. A chill space for meditation, homework, research, resume-building, job searches, napping and …

4 events, 23
4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Get Psyched About Games
September 23 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Get Psyched About Games

Get Psyched: About Games!” is a safe space to discuss mental health and psychology through the medium of video games! We will play a game together and discuss themes relating …

4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Peace Portal
September 23 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Peace Portal

Peace Portal is a quiet space for HMI members and Staff, Monday through Friday from 4 to 6pm. A chill space for meditation, homework, research, resume-building, job searches, napping and …

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Trans Treats and Non-Binary Bytes
September 23 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Trans Treats and Non-Binary Bytes

Join us to talk about gender and how it intersects with all other parts of your identity!  Treat yourself to snacks and a a community space for TGNB youth!  Join …

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
User Friendly
September 23 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
User Friendly

Looking for a judgement-free space to discuss substance use, harm reduction and community care? Join us at User Friendly! We will be meeting every Tuesday, from 6:00-7:30 in Room 303.  …

6 events, 24
Featured 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
HMI’s Kiki Lounge – Wednesdays
Featured September 24 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
HMI’s Kiki Lounge – Wednesdays

Kiki, Vogue, runway..... What's your fancy? Come hang out with your friends and house members to practice your skills and get ready for your upcoming function. Every Monday and Wednesday! …

4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Art Blooms
September 24 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Art Blooms

Work through your thoughts and feelings with art at Art Blooms, no art experience necessary. Wednesdays 4-6pm in the Art Space. Email Sus at sspieler@hmi.org

4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Peace Portal
September 24 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Peace Portal

Peace Portal is a quiet space for HMI members and Staff, Monday through Friday from 4 to 6pm. A chill space for meditation, homework, research, resume-building, job searches, napping and …

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Tabletop Gaymers
September 24 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Tabletop Gaymers

Tabletop Gaymers: An open group where youth create a character and role play as them within a fun cafe setting! Email Bre at boreilly@hmi.org

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Open Art Studio Wednesday
September 24 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Open Art Studio Wednesday

Join us for Open Art Studio in the Art Space! Email Leesa at Ltabrizi@hmi.org for more info.

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Taste the Moment
September 24 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Taste the Moment

THIS IS YOUR MOMENT, HAVE IT! Join Daniel in HMI's new mindfulness practice group, Taste the Moment. Learn new wellness practice tools while trying and eating fresh fruits each week. …

6 events, 25
4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Get Psyched About Games
September 25 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Get Psyched About Games

Get Psyched: About Games!” is a safe space to discuss mental health and psychology through the medium of video games! We will play a game together and discuss themes relating …

4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Peace Portal
September 25 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Peace Portal

Peace Portal is a quiet space for HMI members and Staff, Monday through Friday from 4 to 6pm. A chill space for meditation, homework, research, resume-building, job searches, napping and …

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Your House
September 25 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Your House

Your House (Sip hot tea, Sink into cozy vibes, chat quietly, or chill with a movie or series. No pressure —just a warm, welcoming place to relax and be yourself.), …

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Soul Circle
September 25 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Soul Circle

Calling all BIPOC LGBTQIA+ youth 13-24! Come join HMI's Asha every Thursday 6-7:15pm. This support group for youth of color focuses on healing and joy and meets both virtually and …

6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Job Shop
September 25 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Job Shop

Get one on one help with your resume, cover letters, mock interviews, and job searching! Email Reid at relwell@hmi.org for more information or call 212.674.2600 ext. 253.

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
What’s the T–Blocker
September 25 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
What’s the T–Blocker

What's the T-Blocker: A group for trans femmes/trans women to gather and talk authentically about their experiences. Email Bre or Mykey for more info: boreilly@hmi.org & madme@hmi.org.

2 events, 26
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Housing Drop-In Group with Areyah
September 26 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Housing Drop-In Group with Areyah

Every friday get assistance with all your housing needs!  Room 346, 4-5pm.  Email Areyah at asmith@hmi.org

4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Peace Portal
September 26 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Peace Portal

Peace Portal is a quiet space for HMI members and Staff, Monday through Friday from 4 to 6pm. A chill space for meditation, homework, research, resume-building, job searches, napping and …

0 events, 27
0 events, 28
3 events, 29
Featured 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
HMI’s Kiki Lounge – Mondays
Featured September 29 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
HMI’s Kiki Lounge – Mondays

Kiki, Vogue, runway..... What's your fancy? Come hang out with your friends and house members to practice your skills and get ready for your upcoming function.Every Monday and Wednesday! Email …

4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Open Art Studio Mondays
September 29 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Open Art Studio Mondays

HMI’s Open Art Studio offers a variety of materials for your free creative expression, including (but not limited to) watercolor and acrylic paints, oil and chalk pastels, pencils, pen and …

4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Peace Portal
September 29 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Peace Portal

Peace Portal is a quiet space for HMI members and Staff, Monday through Friday from 4 to 6pm. A chill space for meditation, homework, research, resume-building, job searches, napping and …

4 events, 30
4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Get Psyched About Games
September 30 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Get Psyched About Games

Get Psyched: About Games!” is a safe space to discuss mental health and psychology through the medium of video games! We will play a game together and discuss themes relating …

4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Peace Portal
September 30 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Peace Portal

Peace Portal is a quiet space for HMI members and Staff, Monday through Friday from 4 to 6pm. A chill space for meditation, homework, research, resume-building, job searches, napping and …

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Trans Treats and Non-Binary Bytes
September 30 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Trans Treats and Non-Binary Bytes

Join us to talk about gender and how it intersects with all other parts of your identity!  Treat yourself to snacks and a a community space for TGNB youth!  Join …

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
User Friendly
September 30 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
User Friendly

Looking for a judgement-free space to discuss substance use, harm reduction and community care? Join us at User Friendly! We will be meeting every Tuesday, from 6:00-7:30 in Room 303.  …

6 events, 1
Featured 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
HMI’s Kiki Lounge – Wednesdays
Featured October 1 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
HMI’s Kiki Lounge – Wednesdays

Kiki, Vogue, runway..... What's your fancy? Come hang out with your friends and house members to practice your skills and get ready for your upcoming function. Every Monday and Wednesday! …

4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Art Blooms
October 1 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Art Blooms

Work through your thoughts and feelings with art at Art Blooms, no art experience necessary. Wednesdays 4-6pm in the Art Space. Email Sus at sspieler@hmi.org

4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Peace Portal
October 1 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Peace Portal

Peace Portal is a quiet space for HMI members and Staff, Monday through Friday from 4 to 6pm. A chill space for meditation, homework, research, resume-building, job searches, napping and …

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Tabletop Gaymers
October 1 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Tabletop Gaymers

Tabletop Gaymers: An open group where youth create a character and role play as them within a fun cafe setting! Email Bre at boreilly@hmi.org

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Open Art Studio Wednesday
October 1 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Open Art Studio Wednesday

Join us for Open Art Studio in the Art Space! Email Leesa at Ltabrizi@hmi.org for more info.

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Taste the Moment
October 1 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Taste the Moment

THIS IS YOUR MOMENT, HAVE IT! Join Daniel in HMI's new mindfulness practice group, Taste the Moment. Learn new wellness practice tools while trying and eating fresh fruits each week. …

4 events, 2
2025-10-02
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HMI CLOSED
October 2
HMI CLOSED

We are closed in observance of Yom Kippur

4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Peace Portal
October 2 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Peace Portal

Peace Portal is a quiet space for HMI members and Staff, Monday through Friday from 4 to 6pm. A chill space for meditation, homework, research, resume-building, job searches, napping and …

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Your House
October 2 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Your House

Your House (Sip hot tea, Sink into cozy vibes, chat quietly, or chill with a movie or series. No pressure —just a warm, welcoming place to relax and be yourself.), …

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
What’s the T–Blocker
October 2 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
What’s the T–Blocker

What's the T-Blocker: A group for trans femmes/trans women to gather and talk authentically about their experiences. Email Bre or Mykey for more info: boreilly@hmi.org & madme@hmi.org.

2 events, 3
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Housing Drop-In Group with Areyah
October 3 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Housing Drop-In Group with Areyah

Every friday get assistance with all your housing needs!  Room 346, 4-5pm.  Email Areyah at asmith@hmi.org

4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Peace Portal
October 3 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Peace Portal

Peace Portal is a quiet space for HMI members and Staff, Monday through Friday from 4 to 6pm. A chill space for meditation, homework, research, resume-building, job searches, napping and …

0 events, 4
0 events, 5
September 1
All day

HMI CLOSED

Featured September 1 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

HMI’s Kiki Lounge – Mondays

September 1 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Open Art Studio Mondays

September 1 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Peace Portal

September 2
September 2 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm

Get Psyched About Games

September 2 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Peace Portal

September 2 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Trans Treats and Non-Binary Bytes

September 2 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

User Friendly

September 3
Featured September 3 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

HMI’s Kiki Lounge – Wednesdays

September 3 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Art Blooms

September 3 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Peace Portal

September 3 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Tabletop Gaymers

September 3 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Open Art Studio Wednesday

September 3 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Taste the Moment

September 4
September 4 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Peace Portal

September 4 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Your House

September 4 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

What’s the T–Blocker

September 5
September 5 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Housing Drop-In Group with Areyah

September 5 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Peace Portal

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September 8
Featured September 8 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

HMI’s Kiki Lounge – Mondays

September 8 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Open Art Studio Mondays

September 8 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Peace Portal

September 9
September 9 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm

Get Psyched About Games

September 9 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Peace Portal

September 9 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Trans Treats and Non-Binary Bytes

September 9 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

User Friendly

September 10
Featured September 10 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

HMI’s Kiki Lounge – Wednesdays

September 10 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Art Blooms

September 10 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Peace Portal

September 10 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Tabletop Gaymers

September 10 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Open Art Studio Wednesday

September 10 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Taste the Moment

September 11
September 11 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm

Get Psyched About Games

September 11 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Peace Portal

September 11 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Your House

September 11 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Soul Circle

September 11 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Job Shop

September 11 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

What’s the T–Blocker

September 12
September 12 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Housing Drop-In Group with Areyah

September 12 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Peace Portal

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September 15
Featured September 15 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

HMI’s Kiki Lounge – Mondays

September 15 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Open Art Studio Mondays

September 15 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Peace Portal

September 16
September 16 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm

Get Psyched About Games

September 16 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Peace Portal

September 16 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Trans Treats and Non-Binary Bytes

September 16 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

User Friendly

September 17
Featured September 17 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

HMI’s Kiki Lounge – Wednesdays

September 17 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Art Blooms

September 17 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Peace Portal

September 17 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Tabletop Gaymers

September 17 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Open Art Studio Wednesday

September 17 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Taste the Moment

September 18
Featured September 18 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Community Meeting

September 18 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm

Get Psyched About Games

September 18 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Peace Portal

September 18 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Your House

September 18 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Soul Circle

September 18 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Job Shop

September 18 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

What’s the T–Blocker

September 19
September 19 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Housing Drop-In Group with Areyah

September 19 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Peace Portal

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September 22
Featured September 22 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

HMI’s Kiki Lounge – Mondays

September 22 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Open Art Studio Mondays

September 22 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Peace Portal

September 23
September 23 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm

Get Psyched About Games

September 23 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Peace Portal

September 23 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Trans Treats and Non-Binary Bytes

September 23 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

User Friendly

September 24
Featured September 24 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

HMI’s Kiki Lounge – Wednesdays

September 24 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Art Blooms

September 24 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Peace Portal

September 24 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Tabletop Gaymers

September 24 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Open Art Studio Wednesday

September 24 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Taste the Moment

September 25
September 25 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm

Get Psyched About Games

September 25 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Peace Portal

September 25 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Your House

September 25 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Soul Circle

September 25 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Job Shop

September 25 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

What’s the T–Blocker

September 26
September 26 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Housing Drop-In Group with Areyah

September 26 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Peace Portal

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September 29
Featured September 29 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

HMI’s Kiki Lounge – Mondays

September 29 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Open Art Studio Mondays

September 29 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Peace Portal

September 30
September 30 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm

Get Psyched About Games

September 30 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Peace Portal

September 30 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Trans Treats and Non-Binary Bytes

September 30 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

User Friendly

October 1
Featured October 1 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

HMI’s Kiki Lounge – Wednesdays

October 1 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Art Blooms

October 1 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Peace Portal

October 1 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Tabletop Gaymers

October 1 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Open Art Studio Wednesday

October 1 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Taste the Moment

October 2
All day

HMI CLOSED

October 2 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Peace Portal

October 2 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Your House

October 2 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

What’s the T–Blocker

October 3
October 3 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Housing Drop-In Group with Areyah

October 3 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Peace Portal

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SERVICES

HMI’S PANTRY IS OPEN M-FRI 3:30-7:30PM. LAUNDRY FACILITIES ARE AVAILABLE M-FRI 3:30-5PM. SHOWER SERVICES ARE AVAILABLE M-FRI 3:30-6:30PM.

  • All showers are part of your pantry appointment and lasts 30 minutes. 15 minutes for Pantry/15 Minutes for Shower.
    Sign up at the front desk. First Come, First Served. 2 Slots available every day.
  • For Laundry come to our front desk and make an appointment – only 2 appointment per day (one load per day and bedding counts as 1 load – please plan ahead) and it’s first come first serve so please book in advance.
    * Laundry is available from Monday-Friday from 3:30-5.
    * On your appointment day stop by early – you MUST start your load before 4:30pm. Clothes cannot be left in the dryer overnight.
    * Please be careful with our machines – empty all your pockets, and do not move the machines.
    * First Load at 3:30pm; Second Load at 4:30pm
    3 Ways To Sign Up!!!:
    1) Sign-up at the front desk in person
    2) Email frontdesk@hmi.org between 3:30-7:30.
    3) Call 212-674-2400 between 3:30-7:30.

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COUNSELING SERVICES

We have a diverse group of clinicians ranging from Drama Therapists, Art Therapists, and Social workers and across identities like Bipoc, Queer, and Trans+.  Email counseling@hmi.org or call 212-674-2400 

  • On-call counseling appointments are 30-minute, first-come-first-serve appointments with set counselors for that day.

  • Sessions are offered every day M-F from 3:30 -7:00 and to schedule an appointment you can either reach out to counseling@hmi.org to schedule ahead or call 212-674-2400 to schedule the day of. Our staff will let you know the counselors’ availability.

  • We can do on-call appointments either virtually or in person at 2 Astor Place, 3rd Floor and typically have times every weekday from 3:30 pm to 7:00 pm.

 

MEDICAL SERVICES

CALLEN LORDE’S HOTT VAN WILL BE AT HMI ON WEDNESDAY 8/13, 3:30–7pm. WALK–INS WELCOME. For additional Medical Services please make an appointment at Callen Lorde – Chelsea 356 West 18th Street, New York, NY 10011, by calling (212) 271-7200.  You can also call HMI’s Lazara PazGonzalez at (212) 674-2400 for assistance.

Services provided by the HOTT VAN include:

  • Urgent medical care
  • Sexual health services
  • HIV/STI screening and treatment
  • Family planning
  • PrEP/PEP treatment and counseling
  • Transgender healthcare/hormone therapy
  • Flu shots and vaccines
  • Crisis counseling
  • Referrals

HMI offers a number of health services in-house:

  • Onsite HIV Rapid Testing
  • HIV/STI Consulting and Linkage to Care
  • HRT Referrals
  • PrEP/PEP referrals
  • Vision referrals
  • Medical referrals, including specialists (if the client has insurance)
  • As well as linkages throughout HMI’s scope of services.
  • Complete a HIV and/or STI test automatically qualifies you for our Sexual Health Raffle for fun prizes!

    Email Chris Murray at hivservices@hmi.org for more information.

NEWSLETTER

Read and sign up for our Monthly Newsletter.

HMI’S PAID INTERNSHIPS & CLOSED GROUPS

HMI’s offers a number of paid internships throughout the year. We will post flyers as internships become open to applicants.  Applicants must be between 13-24 years old and a current member or willing to become a member of the Hetrick-Martin Institute.


ACTIVITIES AND PARTIES

ATTENTION HMIYouth and Alumni! Please join us on Thursday, August 21st, from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM, as we take over Pier 46 for an afternoon filled with fun, games, picnic lunch and more! HMI will escort members to Pier 46 at 3:30 PM and 4:00 PM or you can meet us there. Regular programming will be canceled for the day. HMIYouth, guests 13-24 years old are welcome.
📍Location: Pier 46, Hudson River Greenway @ Charles Street.
🚶🏽‍♀️‍➡️How to get there: Take M8 Bus from Astor Place or take the 1Train to Christopher St. (Stonewall Station) and walk west of Christopher St.
No RSVP required, email hmiyouth@hmi.org for more information.




OPPORTUNITIES

Hetrick–Martin Institute is happy to announce that we have been selected as a recipient of the Buffalo Exchange Tokens for Bags® program from July 2025 through December 2025. You can now donate to HMI just by shopping at Buffalo Exchange Williamsburg at 504 Driggs Ave, Brooklyn, New York 11211. Instead of a plastic bag, the Tokens for Bags® program offers shoppers a 5 cent token to donate to one of three local charities with each purchase. The program has generated over $982,840 for hundreds of local nonprofit organizations since 1994 and has kept over 19.65 million plastic bags from the landfill. Stop in to shop and drop us a token! We appreciate your support! Click here to learn more.


FROM OUR COMMUNITY PARTNERS


OUR WEEKLY GROUPS

MONDAYS

HMI’s Open Art Studio offers a variety of materials for your free creative expression, including (but not limited to) watercolor and acrylic paints, oil and chalk pastels, pencils, pen and ink, collage materials, fiber arts, printmaking materials, sculpture materials (plaster, clay, model magic, found objects), paper crafts, glitter, and more.
Using materials to express yourself through art can reduce stress, increase self-awareness, foster growth of hands-on skills, improve communication abilities, and boost self-esteem too! Hosted by Leesa Tabrizi  Mondays 4-6pm in the art space.

HMI Kiki Lounge (Mondays & Wednesdays, 6-7:30pm).  Kiki, Vogue, runway.  What’s your fancy?  Come hang out with your friends and house members to practice your skills and get ready for the upcoming function. Email hmiyouth@hmi.org for more information.

Peace Portal is a quiet space for HMI members and Staff. A chill space for meditation, homework, research, resume-building, job searches, napping and other quiet activities. There are 9 laptops available for use upon request. Meet in room 305 

Join Abbie and Crimson every Monday for KRAFTERNOON!  Get creative with glitter, fabrics, paint, jewelry making and more!  Email Crimson at Cporco@hmi.org for more information.

Start the week right at our Drag Race Viewing Party! Email Shane for more info at sthompson@hmi.org.

TUESDAYS

Get Psyched: About Games!” is a safe space to discuss mental health and psychology through the medium of video games! We will play a game together and discuss themes relating to mental health/psychology that show up – meet in room 302!

Join for Trans Treats and Non-Binary Bytes  to talk about gender and how it intersects with all other parts of your identity!  Treat yourself to snacks and a a community space for TGNB youth!  Join HMI’s Salem and Tara every Tuesday from 6-7:30pm in room 301.  As a courtesy to other attendees please arrive before 6:30pm. Email Salem at svazcones@hmi.org

Peace Portal is a quiet space for HMI members and Staff. A chill space for meditation, homework, research, resume-building, job searches, napping and other quiet activities. There are 9 laptops available for use upon request. Meet in room 305 

Looking for a judgement-free space to discuss substance use, harm reduction and community care? Join us at User Friendly! We will be meeting every Tuesday, from 6:00-7:30 in Room 303.  Email elle@hmi.org for more info.

WEDNESDAYS

HMI Kiki Lounge (Mondays & Wednesdays, 6-7:30pm).  Kiki, Vogue, runway.  What’s your fancy?  Come hang out with your friends and house members to practice your skills and get ready for the upcoming function. Emailhmiyouth@hmi.org for more information.

Work through your thoughts and feelings with art at Art Blooms, Wednesdays 4-6pm in the Art Space.

Open Art Studio Wednesdays at 6-7:30pm   Email Ltabrizi@hmi.org for more info.

Peace Portal is a quiet space for HMI members and Staff. A chill space for meditation, homework, research, resume-building, job searches, napping and other quiet activities. There are 9 laptops available for use upon request. Meet in room 305 

An open group where youth create a character and role play as them within a fun cafe setting! Contact: boreilly@hmi.org

A drama therapy-based group facilitated by Jahmar and Spencer every Wednesday from 4-5 PM. It’s called CTRL-ALT-QUEER: Flip the script—ditch old roles, try on new ones, and own your queer power through art, drama, and play. Email Jahmar at jortiz@hmi.org for more info.

THIS IS YOUR MOMENT, HAVE IT! Join Daniel in HMI’s new mindfulness practice group, Taste the Moment. Learn new wellness practice tools while trying and eating fresh fruits each week. Email Daniel and Dmendoza@hmi.org for more information.

THURSDAYS

Get Psyched: About Games!” is a safe space to discuss mental health and psychology through the medium of video games! We will play a game together and discuss themes relating to mental health/psychology that show up – meet in room 302!

Calling all BIPOC LGBTQIA+ youth 13-24! Come join HMI’s Asha and El every Thursday 6-7pm (movie nights to 7:30pm). This support group for youth of color focuses on healing and joy and meets both virtually and onsite at 2 Astor Place 3rd Floor, room 345. 
Email for more info
aalexander@hmi.org or jmontevechi@hmi.org

Join us every Thursday for all your job search needs from resumes to interview skills!  Email Reid at Relwell@hmi.org for more info.

 

A group for trans femmes/trans women to gather and talk authentically about their experiences. Contact: boreilly@hmi.org & madme@hmi.org

Your House (Sip hot tea, Sink into cozy vibes, chat quietly, or chill with a movie or series. No pressure —just a warm, welcoming place to relax and be yourself.), which will occur every Thursday from 4-5 PM. Email Spencer at solson@hmi.org.

Peace Portal is a quiet space for HMI members and Staff. A chill space for meditation, homework, research, resume-building, job searches, napping and other quiet activities. There are 9 laptops available for use upon request. Meet in room 305 

FRIDAYS

Every friday get assistance with all your housing needs!  Room 346, 4-5pm.  Email Areyah at asmith@hmi.org

Peace Portal is a quiet space for HMI members and Staff. A chill space for meditation, homework, research, resume-building, job searches, napping and other quiet activities. There are 9 laptops available for use upon request. Meet in room 305 


Contacts for Mental Health Crisis:  
NYC Anti-Violence Project ([avp.org]avp.org) has a 24-hour bilingual hotline (212-714-1141) for any LGBTQ and/or HIV+ person experiencing a crisis.  

NYC Well offers counseling in more than 200 languages and can be access via phone (888-692-9355, or call 711 for relay service for deaf/hard of hearing), text (Text WELL to 65173), or online chat through their website ([nycwell.cityofnewyork.us]nycwell.cityofnewyork.us)  

The Trevor Project has a 24-hour crisis and suicide prevention helpline (866-488-7386) for LGBTQ and questioning youth. They are also accessible via text (text START to 678678) or online chat through their website We’re here for you Now | The Trevor Project

The Trans Lifeline is a trans-led organization that connections trans people to the community, support and resources they need to survive and thrive. Call 877-565-8860 to connect or visit translifeline.org 

Love is Respect is a national resource to disrupt and prevent unhealthy relationships and intimate partner violence by empowering young people through inclusive and equitable education, support and resources. https://www.loveisrespect.org/
The Steve Fund Crisis Line for People of Color: Text STEVE to 741741  

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