Eddie Maisonet (he/him/his)
“The way that things have happened have allowed so much more room for me…room to feel certain things, to have moments of growth, to make certain connections. That’s been incredible.”
If you can relate to this storyteller, below are some resources you might find helpful. If you are in crisis or just need someone to talk to, call the Trans Lifeline at 1-877-565-8860 for free (also available in Spanish.) For 24/7 support, text COALITION to 741741, or call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. If in need of urgent assistance, call 911.
- Black Transmen Inc provides positive and affirming support to enrich the lives of Transmen.
- Human Rights Campaign – Click here for information on coming-out as a Black LGBTQ person, including information on how to talk to your family.
- Love is Louder, a Project of The Jed Foundation – Click here for tips and videos that can help you stay active.
- The Trans Lifeline offers direct emotional and financial support to Trans people in crisis – for the Trans community, by the Trans community. If you are in crisis or just need someone to talk to, call the Trans Lifeline at 1-877-565-8860 for free and available in Spanish.
- The Trevor Project – If you would like to connect with LGBTQ friends today, visit TrevorSpace – a social networking site for (LGBTQ) youth under 25 and their friends and allies. Click here to join and learn more. Click here to learn about way to approach conversations on the intersection of race and LGBTQ identity