As an extension of Roger Williams University’s Intercultural Center, the QTRAC is the office of the University that is tasked with being the central hub for queer-centric student & employee enrichment and advocacy.

The QTRAC takes the lead in providing Safe Zone Training for the RWU community. Students, staff, and faculty learn about topics related to gender identity, sexuality, and allyship during these trainings. The goal is to provide the necessary skills and knowledge folks need to interact appropriately across differences of gender and sexuality during their daily lives, as well as, advocate for systemic and institutional equity.

Directly meeting the unique needs of queer and trans students on campus is a key aspect of the QTRAC’s purpose. This support can take the form of their Kinship Collective Mentor program, their signature events, and their Queer and Trans Living-Learning Community, and advising various student groups that promote LGBTQIA+ equity.

You can find more inforinformation at https://www.rwu.edu/life-at-rwu/community/qtrac 

Follow the QTRAC on Instagram to stay up-to-date on the latest events and information from the center: @rwu_qtrac

This site has been created in collaboration with multiple community members in Rhode Island and nearby in hopes of gathering as many LGBTQ+ resources in one place as possible. Many of the resources listed are geared towards children, adolescents, young adults, and parents/families. The resources are for any and all gender diverse identities and individuals, including trans*, non binary, gender fluid, questioning, agender, Two-Spirit, genderqueer, and all other identities; as well as allies, family members, and friends of gender diverse individuals.

You can find out more at queerri.com 

In collaboration with Prevent Suicide RI, the state government has published a list of resources for LGBTQ+ People. 

You can find those at https://preventsuicideri.org/get-help/resources/lgbtq-people 

Youth Pride, Inc. is a nonprofit in Rhode Island specifically dedicated to meeting the needs of LGBTQIA+ Youth 24 and under.

Youth Pride, Inc.’s mission is to meet the unique, ongoing needs of LGBTQ+ youth and young adults through direct service, support, advocacy, and education.

You can find more information at https://www.youthprideri.org/