Increased Attempted Suicides in the LGBT Community

Were you aware that —according to the CDC, one in four LGBTQ+ teens attempted suicide in the first six months of 2021? We can expect an increase in attempted suicide after the attacks on LGBT kids in several states and the “Don’t Say Gay” bills that are being used to shut down parents, kids, and

To Pride NW Board, Debra Porta, Executive Director, Kari Anne, Henry, and Rowan,

In 2022, you are the team bringing us Portland Pride Waterfront Festival and Parade. Debra Porta, usually wise, humorous and wonderful continues to lead, speaking the truth, listening to the community, schooling those who need an education, and taking a stand when one is required. It is a popular position to hold. Yet, it is

Suicide of a TransMan

https://www.lgbtqnation.com/2018/07/young-trans-mans-parents-refuse-claim-body-friends-paying-funeral/?utm_source=notification&utm_medium=push&utm_campaign=onesignal As some know me, I have no children of my own, so I consider the young gay men, lesbians or those who identify as transgender as my kids.  No matter where they live or who they live with, I consider them to be my kids. So when one of these children commit suicide, his