Tag: research
Youth Blog > Happy 25th Birthday, Gay-Straight Alliances!
16th May
2013 Marks the 25-year anniversary of the first Gay-Straight Alliance (GSA)! What kind of support do these groups provide to students?
Youth Advisory Committee — Apply now!
10th May
Calling all LGBT youth, ages 13 to 20! Do you want to make an IMPACT in your community?
Research Blog > Does Alcohol Use Lead to Unprotected Sex?
10th May
A new study finds that alcohol use is linked to unprotected sex in younger, but not adult, men who have sex with men.
Research Blog > That’s So Gay: Unintentional Messages Still Hurt
3rd May
Language is a power tool that can be used to harm or insult others. Hidden, negative messages, known as microaggressions, can leave a mark.
Research Blog > Why Do Young Gay Men Try to Be the Best?
18th April
A new study tests the “best little boy in the word” hypothesis.
2013 Summer Internship with IMPACT
16th April
We’re looking for exceptional undergraduate and graduate interns this summer!
Youth Blog > What’s a Research Consent Form?
12th March
Confused about consent? We’re here to answer your questions!
White Paper: A Healthy Chicago for LGBT Youth
9th February
A new IMPACT Program White Paper reports on eight areas where LGBT Youth in Chicago face health disparities – and how to take action.
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WTTW’s Chicago Today airs segment on “A Healthy Chicago for LGBT Youth”
3rd January
The segment highlights the IMPACT Program’s recent publication on LGBT health disparities in Chicago, and features the experiences of two young leaders.
Spring 2013 Internships
3rd January
The IMPACT Program is seeking undergraduate and graduate interns for the Spring of 2013.
