The LGBT Health & Development Program

IMPACT Program

LGBTQ Youth

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Welcome to the IMPACT Program! This is your space to learn more about our exciting research findings and recommended resources specifically for youth. We’ve got everything from videos to quizzes and even a blog designed just for young people! You can also stay current on all things IMPACT via our Facebook and Twitter pages.

Participate in Research

Want to get involved in our exciting research? You might be eligible to participate in one of our studies.

What Matters to You

We’ve pulled together blogs, videos, and quizzes from the IMPACT website, grouped together by topic. Got a question? Check for an answer on these pages:  Ask an Expert, Coming Out, Sex Ed, Transgender 101.

Internships

Looking to get even more involved with IMPACT? Consider applying for one of our many internship opportunities.


Latest IMPACT News

Youth Blog – Out in the Workplace
Youth Blog – Out in the Workplace
Coming out in the workplace isn't easy. Here are some tips for how employers can create inclusive spaces.
Youth Blog – I Believe You, I Support You, It’s Not Your Fault: Supporting a Friend After Sexual Assault
Youth Blog – I Believe You, I Support You, It’s Not Your Fault: Supporting a Friend After Sexual Assault
The LGBTQ community is disproportionately affected by sexual violence. Here are some guidelines for supporting survivors.
Youth Blog – Don’t Be a Drag, Just Keep It Green
Youth Blog – Don’t Be a Drag, Just Keep It Green
LGBTQ justice and environmental justice go hand in hand. Help shape a better world by keeping it green.
Youth Blog – Identifying as LGBTQ in the Military
Youth Blog – Identifying as LGBTQ in the Military
Read about what it was like for one LGBTQ-identified person to serve in the U.S. Air Force.
Gender Nonconformity and Research
Gender Nonconformity and Research
Public health researchers often group many identities within the umbrella of transgender in research studies. What does this mean for health research?
Youth Blog – Filling your HIV Prevention Toolbox
Youth Blog – Filling your HIV Prevention Toolbox
New strategies are being researched to help people avoid becoming HIV positive. Read more to find out how to add new tools to your...
Youth blog – Protect Each Other by Getting Tested Together!
Youth blog – Protect Each Other by Getting Tested Together!
Knowing your HIV status is powerful! Testing together encourages people in relationships to be engaged and proactive about their health.