You can get a directory of services and resources for the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer community.

Online

Get a directory of LGBTQ services.

By Phone

The “Bare it All” campaign encourages lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) New Yorkers to have open and honest conversations with their doctors about their sex lives and other issues that impact their health, including gender affirming care.

If you are not comfortable with your doctor, the NYC Health Department can help. 

You find an LGBTQ-knowledgeable health provider near you. You can also speak with the NYC Health Department directly.

Online

Learn more about the "Bare it All" campaign.

The City provides help and referrals to LGBTQ parents and LGBTQ children who are clients of the Administration for Children's Services (ACS) or who receive child welfare assistance from the State.

All young people, no matter their sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression, deserve to be safe, supported, and healthy.

The NYC Unity Project is the City’s multi-agency strategy to deliver unique services to young people who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or questioning their sexual orientation or gender identity (LGBTQ). 

You can learn about services, programs, and resources for LGBTQ youth. 

Topics include:

• Family support
• School and education
• Healthcare and wellness
• Counseling and mental health
• Housing 
• Runaway and homeless youth
• Employment
• Healthy relationships
• Safe and inclusive community spaces

Learn more about the NYC Unity Project.

In New York City, it is illegal to discriminate on the basis of a person’s sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression in public accommodations, including in health care settings.

If you believe you have been mistreated or denied care because of your sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, you can file a complaint with the City’s Commission on Human Rights.

Get a copy of the LGBTQ Health Care Bill of Rights.