An important part of being an ally of the LGBTQ+ community is playing an active role by gaining a perspective through listening and learning, speaking up and taking action for/with marginalized individuals, and providing support when needed. Jersey City is a diverse and generally accepting environment, and there are plenty of resources in the area for LGBTQ+ individuals and allies.

Many of these organizations accept volunteers, if you’d like to help the organizations and the community as a whole. 

Hudson County + New Jersey

Hudson Pride Center

Hudson Pride Center is a home for the LGBTQ+ community in the area. They provide a safe space as well as offer educational programs, testing and counseling, career development resources, and much more.

Where to find them: hudsonpride.org | 176 Palisade Avenue, Jersey City

Hudson County HIV/AIDS Services Planning Council

The HIV/AIDS Services Planning Council provides resources for HIV/AIDS testing, support services, medical care, housing, mental health, PEP & PrEP counseling, and several other areas of health for individuals affected by HIV/AIDS. While HIV/AIDS can affect anyone, individuals in the LGBTQ+ community, especially individuals of color, are more likely to be diagnosed with HIV.

Where to find them: hudsontga.org | 830 Bergen Ave, Jersey City

LGBTQ Program – CarePoint Pride

CarePoint Health has partnered with Hudson Pride to develop inclusive models in the local healthcare system. They have also planned to help Hudson Pride host events and community activities including the trans youth camp Tertium Quid.

Where to find more information: carepointhealth.org/about-us/health-access-lgbtq-community

NJ Pride Center

The Pride Center of New Jersey is located in Highland Park. They provide support to the LGBTQ+ community and act as a space not only for resources but for individuals to socialize in a welcoming environment.

Where to find them: pridecenter.org | 85 Raritan Ave, Highland Park

Crossroads Program

Crossroads is a program to empower youth who may be homeless, abandoned, abused, or otherwise at-risk. The reality is there are many families that aren’t tolerant of non-straight sexual identities and the children may need help. Crossroads provides that assistance to the best of their ability.

Where to find them: crossroadsprograms.org

African American Office of Gay Concerns

The AAOGC in Newark helps men of color in the LGBTQ+ community by providing HIV/AIDS prevention services. The offer several programs, including an HIV Prevention & Education program and Food For Thought Sunday Socials.

Where to find them: aaogc.org | 877 Broad Street, Newark

Clubs in Schools/Youth Resources

LGBTQ+ youth may be able to find GSA clubs in their schools, which are alliances meant to act as a welcoming space for students.

National + Online

NJ Gay Life

NJ Gay Life is a website that provides a space for the community to stay connected and provides a voice to individuals.

Where to find them: njgaylife.com

GLAAD

GLAAD offers a list of resources, including media references for journalists looking to cover individual stories. You can also share your story with GLAAD.

Where to find them: glaad.org

The Trevor Project

The Trevor Project works toward providing crisis prevention and suicide prevention for LGBTQ+ individuals under 25. They have the Trevor Support Center for the LGBTQ+ community and allies to explore resources and find answers to frequently asked questions. The Trevor Project also has phone call, chat, and text capabilities for anyone who needs help.

Where to find them: thetrevorproject.org

Human Rights Campaign

The HRC is known for advocating for LGBTQ+ equality. You can search through resources to learn about the organization and learn how to take action,

Where to find them: hrc.org

Drug Rehab

DrugRehab.com provides information and support to people fighting substance abuse and addiction. On their website, they highlight the high likelihood of substance abuse in the LGBTQ+ community and work toward not only providing information on the issue, but also providing resources for the community.

Where the find them: drugrehab.com

Rehab Spot

Rehabspot.com also provides resources for those fighting substance abuse, alcoholism, and addiction.

Where to find them: rehabspot.com