SYNC trainers offer free staff development workshops on a variety of topics that are relevant to those who work with youth in out of home care. This audiences include DSS staff, LINKS coordinators, foster and kinship care, and a variety of other organizations. In addition, CEUs are available for some trainings.
Website Resources
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The Guttmacher Institute
A leading research and policy organization committed to advancing sexual and reproductive health and rights worldwide.
Power to Decide
Research and data dedicated to advancing sexual and reproductive well-being for all.
The National Youth in Transition Database
The National Youth in Transition Database collects information on youth in foster care, including sex, race, ethnicity, date of birth, and foster care status.
Professional Resources - LGBTQIA Resources
Advocates for Youth
Lesson plans, tips and strategies, background information, and additional resources to help youth-serving professionals create safe space for young people of all sexual orientations and gender identities. Visit their website at advocatesforyouth.org.
American Psychological Association Resources
Healthy Lesbian, Gay and Bisexual Students Project
The Safe and Supportive Schools Project promotes safe and supportive environments to prevent HIV and other sexually transmitted infections among adolescents.
Just the Facts: A Primer for Principals, Educators, and School Personnel
Just the Facts provides information and resources for principals, educators and school personnel who confront sensitive issues involving gay, lesbian and bisexual students.
Sexual Orientation and Gender Diversity
Accurate information for those who want to better understand sexual orientation and gender diversity.
Bullied: A Student, a School and a Case That Made History
Bullied is a documentary film designed to help administrators, teachers and counselors create a safer school environment for all students, not just those who are gay and lesbian.
CDC’s Division of Adolescent and School Health
Supporting LGBTQ+ Youth
Information on practices that can improve the health, safety, and school connectedness for LGBTQ+ youth.
Gay, Lesbian & Straight Education Network (GLSEN): Educator Resources
GLSEN educator guides and lessons to support your curriculum and practices. Learn more today.
Genders and Sexualities Alliance (GSA) Network
GSA clubs are student-run organizations that unite LGBTQ+ and allied youth to build community and organize around issues impacting them in their schools and communities. Visit the website to learn more.
HIV Testing and Youth
Addressing HIV in youth requires that young people have access to information and tools they need to reduce their risk, make healthy decisions, and get treatment and care if they have HIV. Learn more today.
National Alliance to End Homelessness
To end youth homelessness, youth and young adults need stable housing, supportive connections to caring adults, and access to mainstream services that will place them on a path to long-term success. Visit the website to for resources.
National Education Association: Six Tips for Educators Dealing with Harassment of LGBT Students
From Stepping Out of the Closet, Into the Light: A Report on the Status of Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender People in Education. Learn more.
StopBullying.gov: Information for LGBTQI+ Youth
Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, nonbinary or otherwise gender non-conforming (LGBTQI+) youth and those perceived as LGBTQI+ are at an increased risk of being bullied. There are important and unique considerations for strategies to prevent and address bullying of LGBTQI+ Youth. Find out more on their website.
The Trevor Project: Education and Resources for Adults
The Trevor Project’s “Trainings for Professionals” include in-person Ally and CARE trainings designed for adults who work with youth. These trainings help counselors, educators, administrators, school nurses, and social workers discuss LGBTQ-competent suicide prevention. Visit their website today!