A Heartfelt Message From LGBTQ Elders To The LGBTQ Youth Of Today

Suicide rates among queer kids growing up in America today are unfortunately high. The people in this video have seen decades of the gay rights movement go by. So when they tell you “it gets better,” I’m inclined to believe they know what they’re talking about. There’s so much you can learn from your elders.…

Trigger warning: discussions of suicide.

If you are in crisis or in need of immediate support, please call:


The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

1-800-273-TALK (8255)

The Trevor Project

1-866-4-U-TREVOR (866-488-7386)

The GLBT National Help Center

Hotline:1-888-THE-GLNH (888-843-4564)

Youth Talkline:1-800-246-PRIDE (800-246-7743)

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