Most people remember to wear sunscreen and stay hydrated at Pride, but not everyone remembers why we celebrate. Read More »

Calling all LGBT youth, ages 13 to 20! Do you want to make an IMPACT in your community? Read More »

Flying through the air on the high bar... I found brief moments when I felt absolutely free to be the real me. Read More »

What do you do when you first realize you might be transgender? Read More »

2013 Marks the 25-year anniversary of the first Gay-Straight Alliance (GSA)! What kind of support do these groups provide to students? Read More »

Enjoy dancing, LGBTQ resources, and performances at "Soy Lo Que Soy" / "I Am Who I Am"! Read More »

The IMPACT Program is spreading the word about the CPS-sponsored LGBTQ prom for high school students and their allies! Read More »

Do you need to look a certain way to truly be queer? The LGBT community is as unique as rainbows and unicorns! Read More »

The IMPACT Program is co-sponsoring American Foundation for Suicide Prevention’s upcoming event on April 20th. Read More »

We’re looking for exceptional undergraduate and graduate interns this summer! Read More »

One in four new HIV infections occurs among youth. We can't be silent about HIV/AIDS. Read More »

Have your voice heard in the battle against HIV by supporting the creation of April 10th as National Youth HIV & AIDS Awareness Day. Read More »

We asked, and you answered! Check out what LGBT issues you think are important. Read More »

To help guys think about risk in different kinds of relationships, here are some tips from IMPACT! Read More »

IMPACT Program and 3 other LGBTQ youth serving organizations in Chicago present at a panel discussion about LGBTQ youth health disparities. Read More »

Complete a university research survey online, receive $35! Read More »

Confused about consent? We’re here to answer your questions! Read More »

New Testing Initiative Launched! “Centro de tu Noche” Read More »

A new IMPACT Program White Paper reports on eight areas where LGBT Youth in Chicago face health disparities – and how to take action. Read More »

Get Educated. Get Tested. Get Involved. Get Treated. Read More »

Today we share the story of Bayard Rustin, a gay man who was a key leader in the civil rights movement. Read More »

Smoking is a big issue for LGBT youth. What does marketing have to do with it? Read More »

Young people are helping to change our society’s definitions of gender. Read More »

LGBT youth make up 5-7% of the youth population but 15% of the juvenile justice population Read More »

LGBTQ youth often have a lot of stress in their lives – and that’s OK because you can get help! Read More »