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About Us
The Safe Harbor Project guarantees fair and equal treatment, services and resources for LGBT youth and families. The State of Connecticut child welfare system (DCF) is responsible for providing a safe living environment free from harassment, humiliation, abuse and neglect. DCF understands that children who unfortunately find themselves in horrible situations, through no fault of their own, need love and attention in order to flourish and succeed in life. In accordance with Connecticut laws and DCF's mandate, LGBT youth-in-care should never be placed in a setting where they will be subject to acts of violence or abuse, bigotry, bullying, condemnation, harassment, intolerance, indoctrination, proselytizing or prejudice. If you are being abused, beaten, bullied, harassed or neglected because of your inherent sexuality, let us know. The State of Connecticut and DCF has a mandate to protect you! In keeping with Connecticut's laws, regulations and ethics, DCF actively recruits LGBT foster and adoptive parents and mentors. DCF has been working with True Colors to ensure that all LGBT staff, providers, youth and their families receive appropriate, non-discriminatory and professional care.
...Loves you, unconditionally
...Treats you with respect
...Doesn't abuse you, make fun of you or disown you
...Supports your gender identity and expression
...Supports your inherent sexuality
...Helps you make connections with other LGBT youth
...Stands up for you
...Allows you to be yourself
...Is proud of who you are!
If you are a youth under the age of 18, who is being abused, beaten, bullied, harassed or neglected because of your inherent sexuality, let us know. The State of Connecticut and DCF has a mandate to protect you! CALL 1-800-842-2288
A Guide to Living Bully Free
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Congregate Care Providers Working with LGBTQ Youth
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I think I might be Bi
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LGBTQ Youth Risk Data
Out, Safe & Respected
Read this before coming our to your parents (En Español)
Trevor Project National Survey on LGBTQ Youth Mental Health (2019)
Youth in Care - Information for LGBTQ Youth
Contact Us
Ms. Robin McHaelen, MSW
Executive Director
True Colors, Inc.
Phone: 860.232.0050 ext. 203 or toll free: 1.888.565.5551
Email: director@ourtruecolors.org
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Guide to the Most Progressive LGBTQ Graduate Degrees
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Gay and Lesbian Medical Association
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Planned Parenthood of Connecticut
World Professional Association for Transgender Health (WPATH)
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Gay & Lesbian National Hotline 888-843-GLNH (4564)
National Gay & Lesbian Youth Hotline 800-347-TEEN (8336)
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The Cost of Gender Transition
Transgender Law Center
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Youth of Color
Audre Lorde Project
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