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Being Tea actively supports and values our students and community members specifically for – not “regardless of” – their differences across race; country of origin; gender and sexual identity; age; body form and/or disability; mental health needs; cultural heritage; and socioeconomic status.

The following list was created originally for students in our Teacher Training program, as part of course resources available for their own community work. In light of the current situation in the United States, it feels urgent to proactively share and distribute life-saving contacts for crisis intervention for targeted and marginalized groups.

Below, you’ll find resources available to help you if you or someone you know is facing an acute crisis.

Note: This is not meant to be a comprehensive list. I do NOT accept unsolicited recommendations for private practices, business blogs, attorneys, and other private organizations or for-profit companies for this list.

Mental Health Resources and Training

“Warm Lines” (peer support) that don’t call police:

Blackline (prioritizing BIPOC) 800-604-5841

Trans Lifeline 877-565-8860 (US) / 877-330-6366 (Canada)

Thrive Lifeline (24/7 trans-led and operated) 313-662-8209

StrongHearts Native Helpline (24/7 for Native Americans experiencing domestic violence) 844-762-8483

Chicago Women’s Health Center lists numerous other specialized care and crisis intervention sources.

Immigration Resources:

Immigration Advocates Network for locating legal services by state or detention facility

Know Your Rights materials for various situations, compiled by RAICES

Therapy and personal support (non-crisis lines):

Pride Counseling for LGBTQ+ clients

Inclusive Therapists, a social justice and liberation-oriented mental health therapy hub

Circles for affinity group emotional support (not individual therapy)

Training and Information Sources:

Mental Health First Aid, by National Council for Mental Wellbeing

Psychological First Aid Training, by the Canadian Red Cross

Right to Be (formerly Hollaback!) bystander training to prevent harassment

NAMI.org mental health education

RAINN.org, in addition to crisis support for sexual assault survivors, this organization also provides training

The Trevor Project, in addition to crisis support for queer folks, this organization also provides fantastic training for volunteers

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