LGBTQ+ Resources in Louisiana

LGBTQ+ Resource
Guide for Louisianans

    Nationwide Resources

    • LGBT National Help Center lgbthotline.org
      • Provides confidential hotlines and online programs for LGBTQ+ youth and adults.
    • Human Rights Campaign hrc.org
      • Advocates for equality among LGBTQ+ people at an institutional level.
    • The Trevor Project thetrevorproject.org
      • Dedicated to suicide prevention among LGBTQ+ youth.
    • Everywhere Is Queer everywhereisqueer.com
      • Everywhere Is Queer is a public resource (and ever-growing searchable map!) created for the LGBTQIA2S+ and ally community to find welcoming, queer-owned spaces to shop, connect, eat, learn, and grow all over the world… even in your own neighborhood!
    • Queering the Map queeringthemap.com
      • Queering the Map is a community generated counter-mapping platform for digitally archiving LGBTQ2IA+ experience in relation to physical space.
    • A Guide to LGBTQIA+ Campgrounds & Camping boondockorbust.com
      • Showcasing the diverse landscape of LGBTQIA+ inclusive campgrounds.
    • The Cerebral Palsy Toolkit levinperconti.com
      • Caring for a child with cerebral palsy requires significant time and energy, and it can take a toll on your family’s finances. This guide can help you find support, cope with the changes, and explore ways to set your child on a path to a bright future.
    • Types of Cerebral Palsy​ birthinjurycenter.org
      • Cerebral palsy, or CP, is the most common motor disability found in children. It is caused by abnormalities to the developing brain during the course of fetal development or injury to the brain before, during, or after birth. There is no cure for cerebral palsy, but there are treatments that may be able to support a child living with it.

    Regional Resources

    • Mid-South TransNation midsouthtransnation.org

      • A community-driven Non-profit Organization founded by trans people for trans people.
    • Sources of Information Documenting the Austin and Travis County LGBTQ+ Community austintexas.gov

      • The collections of the Austin History Center contain valuable materials about lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer/questioning people and LGBTQ+ issues. The materials in this resource guide are arranged by collection unit of the Austin History Center. Within each collection unit, items are arranged in shelf-list order.

    Statewide Resources

    • Access Health Louisiana accesshealthla.org

      • Provides healthcare to gender nonconforming individuals.
    • Forum for Equality forumforequality.org

      • Advocates for equality at an institutional level in Louisiana and beyond.
    • Louisiana Trans Advocates latransadvocates.org

      • Advances human rights of gender nonconforming individuals in Louisiana.

    Alexandria

    • Alexandria LGBTQ+ Community alexandriava.gov/lgbtq

      • Provides information and opportunities for LGBTQ+ people in Alexandria.
    • CLASS Alexandria class-cenla.org

      • Provides inclusive and supportive service to the LGBTQ+ community.
    • PFLAG Alexandria pflag.org/chapter/alexandria

      • A network of LGBTQ+ people dedicated to supporting and advocating for the community.

    Lafayette

    • Acadiana Cares acadianacares.org

      • Dedicated to assisting those vulnerable to HIV/AIDS.
    • Acadiana Queer Collective acadianaqueercollective.org

      • Strives to build a safe space for the LGBTQ+ community of the Acadiana region.
    • Pride Lafayette pridelafayette.org

      • A non-profit dedicated to building bridges within and beyond the community.

    Lake Charles

    • PFLAG Jennings pflag.org/chapter/pflag-jennings

      • A network of LGBTQ+ people dedicated to supporting and advocating for the community.
    • Southwest Louisiana AIDS Council slac.org

      • Provides HIV prevention and education in Southwest Louisiana
    • Visit Lake Charles visitlakecharles.org

      • Provides ways to celebrate pride throughout the year in Lake Charles.
    • Lake Charles LGBTQ Facebook Public Group facebook.com

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    • La Familia Resource Center lafamilia-swla.org

      • Although this center is focused on serving multicultural families, LGBTQ+ individuals can also benefit from this if they are looking to seek support within multicultural spaces.

    Natchitoches

    • NSULA PRIDE – LGBTQ Facebook Page facebook.com

      • A student run organization in Natchitoches, LA.
    • Trinity Episcopal Church https://trinityparish.info/

      • An LGBTQ-affirming church in Natchitoches, LA.

    New Orleans

    • Belle Reve bellerevenola.org

    • gayNOLA gaynola.com

      • Provides LGBTQ+ events and opportunities within the NOLA region.
    • Greater New Orleans Prime Timers (GNOPT) neworleansprimetimers.org

      • A brotherhood of mature gay and bisexual men who join together for social and cultural activities.
    • New Orleans Advocates for LGBTQ+ Elders noagenola.org

      • Ensures visibility and connectivity for the elderly LGBTQ+ community
    • New Orleans Pride Center nolapridecenter.org

      • Inclusive hub for LGBTQ+ individuals to be their authentic selves.
    • Tulane Drop-In Clinic at Covenant House tulane.edu

      • 611 N Rampart St. New Orleans, LA 70112
        504-584-1112
        Health care for homeless LGBT youth.

    Northshore

    Ruston

    • Ruston LGBTQIA+ Supporters Facebook Public Group facebook.com

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    • The Dysphagia Outreach Project dysphagiaoutreach.org

      • This non-profit organization that provides medical support to those with dysphagia could be used by LGBTQ+ individuals with dysphagia.
    • LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Ruston, LA psychologytoday.com

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    Shreveport

    • PACE Louisiana pacelouisiana.org

      • A nonpartisan organization dedicated to equality for those in NWLA.
    • The Philadelphia Center northshorepride.org/resources

      • An HIV/AIDS resource center for those in NWLA.
    • ShrevePride shrevepride.com

      • Provides community opportunities and events for LGBTQ+ individuals in the Shreveport area.

    Other Resources

    • House of Tulip houseoftulip.org

    • People Acting for Change and Equality (PACE) pacelouisiana.org

      • A nonpartisan organization that is working to advance equality in Northwest Louisiana for those who identify as LGBT+
    • PFLAG pflag.org

      • Provides support, education, and avocation for LGBTQ+ people.
    • LGBTQ-Affirming Churches forumforequality.org

      • This is a list of churches and places of worship in Louisiana which we currently know to be LGBTQ-affirming.
    • Resources for LGBTQ parents of children with special needs cerebralpalsyguide.com

      • As an LGBTQ parent raising a child with special needs, you may face unique challenges. However, by accessing the various forms of help that are available, LGBTQ families can become empowered to understand their child’s needs, handle potential discrimination, and navigate their options.
New Orleans Area Organizations
Organization Address Phone Email Description
A Counseling Cooperative 3001 5th St #300 Metairie, LA 70002 (504) 836-0000 mental health services
Acadiana C.A.R.E.S. PO Box 3865 Lafayette, LA 70502 (337) 233-2437 education and services for HIV prevention
Adolescent Drop-In Health Services 1434 N Rampart St. New Orleans, LA 70116 (504) 948-6696 health care for homeless LGBT youth
Belle Reve PO Box 3305, New Orleans, LA 70177
3027 Royal St., New Orleans, LA 70117		 (504) 945-9455 [email protected] live-in facility for people living with HIV/AIDS
Capital City Alliance 2561 CitiPlace Court, Suite #750-103, Baton Rouge, LA 70808 (225) 366-7487 engaging, promoting & advocating for the LGBT community
Crescent House Healing and Empowerment Center 1000 Howard Ave. New Orleans, LA 70113 (504) 866-7481 domestic violence and sexual assault services
Equality Louisiana 650 N 6th St, Baton Rouge, LA 70802 (225) 317-9630 advocates for policy and legislative change
First Unitarian Universalist Church 2903 Jefferson Ave. New Orleans, LA 70115 (504) 866-9010 [email protected] liberal religious and ethical social model that supports diversity
Forum For Equality Louisiana 4035 Washington Ave., New Orleans, LA 70125 (504) 569-9156 advocacy, education & political participation
FrontRunners 5300 Prytania St. #300 New Orleans, LA 70115 (504) 593-9525 Lesbian & Gay Running Club
Gay Counseling Line, Inc. 3001 5th St. Metairie, LA 70002 (504) 833-1500 Gay and lesbian information, counseling
Gulf Gender Alliance PO Box 56836 New Orleans, LA70156-6836 (504) 943-1999 [email protected] support group to members of the transgendered community
Homosexual Information Center 1276 Delhi St, Bossier City, LA 71111 (318) 572-3888 Gay & Lesbian Archives
Human Rights Campaign (HRC NOLA) 1640 Rhode Island Ave NW, Washington, D.C. (202) 628-4160 national political organization, equality advocates
LGBT Community Center of New Orleans 2727 South Broad St, Suite 102, New Orleans, LA 70125 [email protected] provide resources and advocacy that foster community development
Metropolitan Community Church 5401 S. Claiborne Ave., New Orleans, LA 70125 (504) 270-1622 actively invites all to share in spiritual community and worship
Mystic Krewe of Satyricon 1021 Gov. Nicholls St., New Orleans, LA 70116 (504) 723-8964 [email protected] gay Carnival krewe
New Orleans Gay Men’s Chorus NOGMC, PO BOX 19365, New Orleans, LA 70179 (504) 322-7007 [email protected] influence diverse communities by providing a musical voice
New Orleans Film Festival 900 Camp St. New Orleans, LA 70130-3908 (504) 309-6633 [email protected] exhibitor of independent cinema
NO/AIDS Task Force 2601 Tulane Ave., Suite 500, New Orleans, LA 70119 (504) 821-2601 [email protected] help people living with HIV or AIDS & prevent the disease’s spread
NOAGE (New Orleans Advocates for GLBT Elders) 2601 Tulane Ave Suite 500 New Orleans, LA 70119 (504)517-2345 [email protected] Services and advocacy for LGBT older adults
PACE based in Shreveport; Northwest Louisiana [email protected] nonpartisan advocacy
PFLAG (504) 862-5912 supports/educates friends and families of LGBT people
Project Lazarus PO Box 3906, New Orleans, LA 70177
2824 Dauphine St, New Orleans, LA 70117		 (504) 949-3609 [email protected] live-in facility for people living with HIV/AIDS
Southwest Louisiana AIDS Council 1715 Common St., Lake Charles, LA 70601 (337) 439-5861 [email protected] HIV prevention and education programs, social services
The Hate Crimes Project 2114 Decatur St. New Orleans, LA 70116 (504) 944-4325 support and assist people affected by hate violence
Baton Rouge Area Organizations
Organization Address Phone Email Description
Baton Rouge Pride Baton Rouge Pride Inc. is a nonprofit organization that supports the LGBTQ+ community and its allies through events, education, and social action. Founded in 2006, it organizes the Baton Rouge Pride Fest, Louisiana’s largest pride celebration, blending family-friendly entertainment, health counseling, and resources for the community. Over time, Baton Rouge Pride has expanded to host events year-round, including educational programs, performances, and scholarships.
Capital City Alliance CCA advocates for the LGBTQ+ community in Baton Rouge, focusing on social, political, and economic issues impacting quality of life. The organization supports LGBTQ+ affirmative
policies, equality, and community needs through education, advocacy, and relationship-building with local and national allies.
Equality LA EqualityLA.org Equality Louisiana aims to achieve full equality for LGBTQ+ people across the state by supporting LGBTQ+ and allied organizations at all levels, from colleges to statewide groups. They also work together to push for civil rights through policy changes and legislative efforts.
everyoneisgay everyoneisgay.org/louisiana Everyone Is Gay is a collection of voices lending advice and support to Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Questioning/Queer, Intersex, and Asexual (LGBTQIA) youth, and also offers comprehensive lists of nationwide LGBTQIA resources.
GALE 2 Roosevelt Steptoe St, Baton Rouge 70813 225-771-2552 Southern University Law Center Group from Southern University dedicated to fighting for rights of LGBTQ persons in Baton Rouge
HAART Clinic haartinc.org
3849 North Blvd.
Baton Rouge, LA		 They provide culturally sensitive sexual healthcare services, including birth control, LGBTQ+ wellness, HIV/STD testing, PrEP/PEP, and HIV prevention education. In partnership with Open Health Care Clinic, they also support people by offering access to housing, primary care, medications, case management, and a range of other supportive services.
HAART Support Group 7747 Tom Dr. Baton Rouge, 70806 225-248-0404 Support Group for HIV positive people
Integrity Integrity is a group within the Episcopal Church dedicated to LGBTQ outreach and creating a safe, welcoming space for all worshipers.
Louisiana Trans Advocates 7747 Tom Dr. Baton Rouge 70806 225-248-0404 The LSU chapter of Louisiana Trans Advocates works to create a safe and inclusive space for trans students at LSU.
Metropolitan Community Church 7747 Tom Dr, Baton Rouge 70806 225-248-0404 LGBTQ friendly AA meetings weekly
OUTlaw @ LSU Law School LSU Law School facebook.com/outlawLSU OUTLaw is a student group dedicated to creating an inclusive space for the LGBTQ+ community within Louisiana State University’s law school.
OUTright at BRCC BRCC [email protected] LGBTQ student organization at Baton Rouge Community college
PFLAG Baton Rouge [email protected] 212-475-2532 PFLAG is a national organization that provides support, education, and advocacy for LGBTQ+ people and their families. Founded by parents of LGBTQ+ individuals, it offers safe spaces for families to connect, learn, and share experiences. PFLAG also works to promote acceptance, combat discrimination, and push for inclusive policies in schools, workplaces, and communities.
Qroma@LSU LSU Student Union [email protected] Qroma is an organization for LGBTQ+ identifying students of color on LSU’s campus. They help to support students through programming, service, and community engagement.
Spectrum LSU, 70803 225-578-3202 [email protected] Spectrum is a resource for the LGBTQ+ community at LSU. They aim to foster a safe and supportive space for LGBTQ+ individuals, offering resources, programming, and outreach opportunities. Spectrum also offers educational programming to the community as a whole, promoting allyship.
The Trevor Project National Hotline 866-488-7386 Group advocating for LGBTQ Students treatment in Schools
Unity Support 7747 Tom Dr. Baton Rouge 70806 225-248-0404 Support Group for HIV Postive Gay Men
Youth Oasis 260 S. Acadian Thruway, Baton Rouge LA 225-343-6300 [email protected] Youth Oasis helps provide housing, support, and resources for youth, regardless of race, identity, or orientation. They offer a youth foster shelter and transitional living center.
Lafayette Area Organizations
Place Location Website Person To Contact
Acadiana Cares 809 Martin Luther King Drive https://acadianacares.org/ Clyde Jones Jr.
Bolt Bar 114 McKinley Street
Forum for Equality https://www.forumforequality.org/history
Krewe Of Apollo MKA P.O. Box 53251 https://kreweofapollo.com/contact/
Lafayette Lesbians https://www.facebook.com/lafayetteles/about/
Louisiana Trans Advocates https://www.latransadvocates.org/
PFLAG Lafayette https://pflag.org/chapter/lafayette/
Pride Lafayette 640 Main Street https://www.pridelafayette.org/
Pride Acadania https://www.acadianaqueercollective.org/
The Hearts of Hope https://theheartsofhope.org/
Tonic 2013 W. Pinhook Rd https://www.toniclafayette.com/
Tree of Life 516 Verot School Road, Ste A https://www.treeoflifecoun.com/
University of Lafayette Louisiana 104 E. University Circle https://www.louisiana.edu/
Royal Order of the Unicorn