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LGBTQIA2S+ Resources
Introduction
A number of NDSU Librarians identify as allies and have completed Safe Zone training. If you have suggestions about changes or additions to this guide or are in need of research support and would prefer to work with a known ally, please contact:
Al Bernardo, Social Sciences Librarian
Susanne Caro, Government Information Librarian
Merete Christianson, Health Sciences Librarian
Lisa Eggebraaten, Research and Access Librarian, Klai Juba Wald Architectural Studies Library and Business Learning Center
Nicole Juve, Agricultural Sciences Librarian
Catherine Kratochvil, Head, Access Services
Maddi Melquist, Humanities Librarian
Beth Twomey, Head, Research and Instruction
Community Organizations & Resources
A Fargo-Moorhead collective and community center aiming to create a sense of community and promote education and social activities aimed at furthering the social and physical well-being and development of the LGBT community in the Red River Valley
Dakota OutRight’s mission is to serve the LGBTQIA community of central and western North Dakota by increasing visibility, providing resources and information, advocating for equality, and creating safe spaces for connection, support, and celebration.
Community Uplift Program exists to bolster the visibility of the LGBTQ+ population and coordinate resources for those community members. We offer trainings to help organizations become more culturally sensitive and aware.
The Pride Alliance was founded on the hopes of bringing the LGBTQIA+ community of the Fargo/Moorhead Tri-College area together through events that promote safety and acceptance.
TSSAND is a nonprofit organization focused on the native community.
Harbor Health Clinic provides access to healthcare for transgender individuals with low income. It is the only informed consent clinic for 250 miles in the Fargo-Moorhead area.
Tristate Transgender is a support group that meets in Fargo each month on the third Saturday, spreading awareness and support for transgender people in the MN, SD, and ND area.
SPECTRUM is an organization for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Questioning, Intersex, and Asexual and Aromantic individuals. We also welcome Allies! A social group that plan events on campus that promote education and awareness to the local campus and F-M community.
Concordia's Sexuality and Gender Alliance (SAGA) meets to discuss LGBTQ issues and create a more positive environment for LGBTQ people in the FM community. The Sexuality and Gender Alliance is a student-run organization.
The mission of the Minnesota Two Spirit Society is to promote cultural awareness of Two Spirit people in Minnesota and surrounding communities based on a foundation of intertribal traditions and values.
Books
A printable PDF handout identifying selected books on LGBTQ topics available from NDSU Libraries.
Archival Materials
The NDSU Archives primarily collects documents, photographs, publications and other items focusing on the history of the university, the state of North Dakota and its people.
North Dakota Humanities Council approved oral history project, conducted by the Pride Collective and the Red River Rainbow Seniors, to gather the history of LGBTQ people in North Dakota and Northern Minnesota in your own words.
Newsletter produced by the PFLAG chapter of Fargo/Moorhead.
The records of the Prairie Lesbian/Gay Community contain much information of the openly gay and lesbian Fargo, N.D.-Moorhead, Minn. community from the 1980s into the 1990s. The minutes, though only covering a year and a half, give a good indication of the level of activity in the organization. The newsletters of the PLGC, though, spanning fifteen years in three separate incarnations, provide the most detailed look at the organization’s activities and concerns. They also provide educational information to their audience to address the gay and lesbian concerns of the day.
Records of group covering 1996 and including meeting minutes, bylaws, agendas, correspondence, and copies of its newsletter, Triangle Tribune, for March and April 1996 (vol. 1, nos. 1-2). There is also a copy of the first issue of Gay ol' Times, published in August 1994 in Fargo by Diversity Publications.
These files reflect some of the most controversial issues of Lindgren's political career as Fargo mayor. His signing proclamations designating Gay and Lesbian Awareness Week was controversial, with documents on both sides of the issue in the collection.
The Ten Percent Society, a Tri-College University (a consortium of the three higher educational institutions in Fargo-Moorhead, that consists of North Dakota State University [NDSU], Minnesota State University – Moorhead, and Concordia College) organization created with the expressed purpose of providing “a system of educational, emotional and spiritual support for gay lesbian or bisexual students, faculty and staff.”
The Fargo-Moorhead PFLAG (Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays) was established in September 1986. A Statement of Purpose gives “Our group of Parents and Friends of Lesbians and Gays (Parents-Flag, or P-Flag) is part of a large network of Parents, family members, and friends across the country who meet to support each other in the effort to understand our gay and lesbian children and friends.” A mission statement from 1997 conference states “To create, maintain, and nurture an affirming environment for gays, lesbians, bisexuals and their families.”
Unprocessed Collections
An unprocessed collection is a group of items we have received, but have not yet had time to examine and organize.
Larry Peterson Collection
NDSU History Professor who has worked extensively with the LGBQT community in Fargo-Moorhead including the 10% Society, N.D. Human Rights Commission, and Equality North Dakota.
To view this collection, make an appointment with the NDSU Archives by calling: 701-231-8914
Government Information
General information on LGBT health issues and "health disparities linked to societal stigma, discrimination, and denial of their civil and human rights."
"This Top Health Issues for LGBT Populations Information & Resource Kit, provided by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), Center for Substance Abuse Prevention (CSAP), presents an overview of current health issues among lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) populations. While many challenges exist with regards to the availability of data, this kit aims to create awareness among prevention specialists and healthcare providers of the needs, experiences, and health status of LGBT Americans."
"Positive environments are important to help all youth thrive. However, the health needs of LGBT Youth can differ from their heterosexual peers. On this page, find resources from the CDC, other government agencies, and community organizations for LGBT Youth, their friends, educators, parents, and family members to support positive environments."
"Resources on the LGBT population include national survey reports, agency and federal initiatives, and related behavioral health resources."
"Lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender (LGBT) youth and those perceived as LGBT are at an increased risk of being bullied. There are important and unique considerations for strategies to prevent and address bullying of LGBT youth."
“The Stonewall Inn, a bar located in Greenwich Village, New York City, was the scene of an uprising against police repression that led to a key turning point in the struggle for the civil rights of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) Americans.” Includes links to information on the history of LGBTQ Americans.
This Great guide by Jesse Silva (UC Berkeley) and Kelly L. Smith (UC San Diego) highlights “a number of primary sources documenting the U.S. federal government's stance on issues related to the LGBT movement from the 1800s to the present day.”
The Library of Congress has a great site on the history of LGBT Pride Month.
The Stonewall Inn
Handouts
This fact sheet provides information on how parents can promote positive health outcomes for their lesbian, gay, or bisexual (LGB) teen.
This publication provides guidance to employers on best practices regarding restroom access for transgender workers. OSHA’s goal is to assure that employers provide a safe and healthy working environment for all employees.
EEOC interprets and enforces Title VII's prohibition of sex discrimination as forbidding any employment discrimination based on gender identity or sexual orientation. These protections apply regardless of any contrary state or local laws.
Through investigation, conciliation, and litigation of charges by individuals against private sector employers, as well as hearings and appeals for federal sector workers, the Commission has taken the position that existing sex discrimination provisions in Title VII protect lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) applicants and employees against employment bias.
Health Information
What rights do LGBT people have right now when you go see a healthcare provider? Do hospitals prohibit discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity? Can you get help designating someone to make health decisions if you can’t? Find out these and more answers in The Healthcare Bill of Rights.
Serving gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender & questioning people by providing free and confidential peer-support and local resources.
LGBT HealthLink is a community-driven network of experts and professionals enhancing LGBT health by reducing tobacco, cancer, and other health disparities within our communities.
WPATH is a non-profit, interdisciplinary professional and educational organization devoted to transgender health.
GLMA is working to bring about equality in healthcare for LGBT people, and this link provides some information and referral services to LGBT patients.
Gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender individuals have special health concerns besides the usual ones that affect most men and women. On this page you'll find information about these specific health issues.
A comprehensive guide to safer sex, relationships, and reproductive health for trans or non-binary people and their partners.
We make aging better for LGBT people nationwide. How? We show up and speak out for the issues that matter to us. We teach. We answer your calls. We connect—generations, each other, allies. We win. And together, we celebrate.
Health information can be extremely useful, empowering us to make important health decisions. However, health information also can be confusing and overwhelming. Given the wealth of information available through the Internet, journals and other sources, it's important to be able to assess its quality.