Voting
Voto Latino - register to vote and get involved in changing policies that affect Latino communities.
CA Endowment - watch the #GETLOUD video: why your vote matters.
Immigration
Notifica — An app that sends out secure messages to your support network when you need it most.
Know Your Rights! — Download a digital know-your-rights card to put on your phone.
Define American - Listen to diverse immigration stories from around the country and share your story.
Undocumented and Uninsured - This website provides information on DACA, how to enroll for MediCal, "undocunomics" and lots of other materials useful for undocumented citizens.
We Own the Dream - Learn all about DACA, get assistance with the application, and find free and low-cost immigration legal services.
Big Future - What you need to know about college, as an undocumented student.
US Citizin - Are you a permanent resident of the US? You may be eligible to apply for citizenship! This website can help you through that process.
What about healthcare when you are undocumented?
Immigration Advocates Network - Check out ways to get legal help within your state.
Pre-Health Dreamers - Organization that offers information and support to undocumented students pursuing degrees in fields including, but not limited to medicine, dentistry, nursing, public health, and scientific research.
Educators for Fair Consideration - Helping empower undocumented young people to achieve their academic and career goals and actively contribute to society.
National Council for La Raza - Largest national Hispanic civil rights and advocacy organization in the United States.
National Immigration Law Center - The primary advocacy organization in the U.S. exclusively dedicated to defending and advancing the rights and opportunities of low-income immigrants and their families.
Asian Americans Advancing Justice - Civil rights organization providing legal services and education to Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders.
Uplift - A Pan-Asian & Pacific Islander Immigrant-youth lead organization in Los Angeles.
LocalClinic.net - Click above or call (855) 899-PLUS to find a clinic near you. Para localizar una clinic visite clinicalocal.net.
Sex/Birth Control
Planned Parenthood – The nation’s leading sexual and reproductive health care provider and advocate.
Bedsider – an online birth control support network for women 18-29 that helps you find the birth control method that’s right for you, learn how to use it consistently and effectively, and avoid getting pregnant until you’re ready.
Stay Teen – Site for teens specifically about birth control and relationships.
Sex, etc. - sexual health info by teens for teens that includes sex, relationships, pregnancy, STDs, birth control, sexual orientation, sexual rights and more.
TeenSource - teen birth control, STD info, clinic finder and teen sex advice via The Hookup and blogs.
iCondom - free app that tells you the location of your nearest condom dispenser or retailer via GPS.
Emergency contraception - find out what it is and how it works.
Go Ask Alice - an open Q&A resource for all kinds of health topics you worry about, including birth control and sexual health.
Sex Positive - app for “shame-free” sex ed, including STDs, sexual assault prevention, and communication skills.
Yo Soy - a national campaign to end the stigma and silence around sex education, birth control, abortion & young parenting within the Latina/o community.
Scarleteen - Sex ed for the real world, not what you get in class
Activism/Advocacy
National Latina Institute for Reproductive Health - creating health and justice for Latinas and their communities.
Planned Parenthood Action - help protect reproductive rights for all people in the U.S.
Advocates for Youth - An organization advocating for teens’ health and rights.
Amplify Your Voice – a youth-driven community working for change.
Sex, Etc. - participate in sex ed topics that are important to you.
GSA Network - join the fight against homophobia and support LGBTQ rights.
Break The Cycle - take action to end dating abuse.
National Women's Law Center - resources, info, and support on laws and policies that work for women and families.
Do Something - find a cause in your community that you care about and get involved!
TeenSource - help protect teens’ rights to health care and birth control
United We Dream - immigrant youth building a movement for justice
ACLU of Southern California - defending the freedoms guaranteed by the Bill of Rights in the courts, community, and the government.
California Latinas for Reproductive Justice - building Latinas’ power and cultivate leadership through community education, policy advocacy, and community-informed research to achieve reproductive justice.
COLOR - a sisterhood of Latinas dedicated to building a movement of Latinas, their families, and allies through leadership development, organizing, and advocacy to create opportunity and achieve reproductive justice.
Youth Justice Coalition - building a youth, family, and formerly and currently incarcerated people’s movement to challenge America’s addiction to incarceration and race, gender and class discrimination.
NOVA: Network of Victim Assistance - what is a hate crime, its potential effects, and how to report if you or someone you know has been the victim of a hate crime.
Anti-Defamation League - Learn about hate crimes and the laws in place to protect you.
Human Rights Campaign - What to do if you or someone you know is the victim of a hate crime.
Ignite — IGNITE aims to increase female representation in political leadership by building a movement of young women who are ready to own their fair share of political power.
Pregnancy/Parenting
Zero to Three - an organization dedicated to helping parents make the best decisions for their infants and toddlers.
Sex, etc. - tons of resources by teens for pregnant moms and dads about pregnancy, adoption, abortion, and more.
Text 4 Baby - get free texts (English or Spanish) to help you through your pregnancy and your baby’s first year! Also available by texting BABY to 511411
Pregnant and Parenting Youth Legal Guide – helpful guides for pregnant and parenting youth.
Girl-Mom - supportive community for young mothers to interact and get advice.
It's Your Sex Life - MTV's site on relationships, preventing pregnancy, STDs, and testing.
iChooseAdoption - adoption is about keeping your promise to love, support, and seek the best for your child now and forever.
National Responsible Fatherhood Clearinghouse – a national resource that supports strong fathers and families.
California Latinas for Reproductive Justice - offering support for young families.
Yo Soy - for more information on young parenting.
Dating Violence
Loveisrespect – Empowering young people to prevent and end abusive relationships.
National Domestic Violence Hotline - Call if you are abusing or being abused by your partner to talk to someone right away.
Women’s Shelters - Find a shelter for you or your loved ones (by state).
Peace Over Violence - This organization wants to stop violence between families, boyfriends, girlfriends, and amongst youth, and can work to get you legal help.
House of Ruth - A domestic violence shelter in Southern California, but a hotline for individuals affected by violence anywhere
Circle of 6 - Preset six friends you can quickly alert if you are in a dangerous situation with this free app!
Sex, Etc. - Read real stories about dating violence
Sexually Transmitted Infections
StayTeen – Get the lowdown on sexually transmitted infections.
Get Tested for HIV – Want to get tested? Find fast, free, and confidential testing near you.
Sex, Etc. - Read anecdotes from teens who have experienced STDs and/or gotten tested.
Itsyoursexlife.com – MTV’s page on STDs and testing, with FAQs and busted myths about STDs.
AltaMed - General information on HIV
icondom - Free app that finds the location of your nearest condom dispenser or retailer via GPS.
TeenSource - Get your questions answered painlessly with these quick and easy FAQs about STDs!
Advocates for Youth - Info on HIV facts, research, prevention and advocacy, in Spanish and English.
CondomFinder - Find free condoms in your area!
The Stigma Project - This organization works to reduce the stigma and judgment attached to being HIV positive.
Condoms4Life - Hear from Catholics who believe in using condoms!
StartTalking - Some pointers on how to talk to partners about HIV and other STDs.
LGBTQ
GSA Network - Support LGBTQ youth and fight homophobia, transphobia, discrimination and harassment in schools!
Advocates for Youth - Questions about sexuality and sexual orientation? Check out these FAQS.
Sex, Etc. - LGBTQ articles and resources written by teens, for teens
Youth Resource - Great resources for LGBTQ youth and their allies!
Planned Parenthood - Planned Parenthood's LGBTQ resources.
The Trevor Project - This organization is dedicated to crisis intervention and suicide prevention for LGBTQ youth with programs, hotlines, and a safe social networking community.
It Gets Better - A support community for LGBTQ youth
My Reasons - Hear from Latino gay and bisexual men about why testing is so important
Teen's Health - The basics on sexual orientation
Mental Health/Substance Abuse
Thinking about suicide? - Call 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or go to www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org. They can listen, and they can help.
Half of Us – Mental health issues are very common. Hear other people’s stories and see how you can get help.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - Coping with a traumatic event: learn more about PTSD and get resources for help and more information.
National Institute of Mental Health - Learn more about PTSD, its signs and symptoms, and treatment options.
Love is Louder – See celebrities and people just like you talk about the emotional issues they have dealt with - like harassment, depression, and bullying.
TeensHealth - What is cutting? How can you get help?
The Trevor Project - 24/7 crisis intervention & suicide prevention services for LGBTQ youth.
CrisisTextLine - Don’t want to or can’t call for help? This organization will talk to you via text. Start by texting START to 741-741.
National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence, Inc. - Get the facts on driving under the influence.
Have a problem with drugs and/or alcohol? Need help? Info? Treatment? Visit:
Or call these hotlines:
National Runaway Safeline - Homeless? Run away? The National Runaway Safeline is available 24/7 if you are a teen thinking about running away from home, if you have a friend who has run and is looking for help, or if you are a runaway ready to go home.
Active Minds - get involved and end the stigma around mental health
To Write Love on Her Arms - community that creates hope and support for those with mental illness and those who self-injure
A list of some cool apps that can help with your mental health - (some are free, others cost money)
Sexual Abuse
Rape, Abuse, Incest National Network (RAINN) - The nation's largest anti-sexual violence organization. RAINN created and operates the National Sexual Assault Hotline (800.656.HOPE and online.rainn.org y en español: rainn.org/es), which has helped over 2 million people since 1994. RAINN also carries out programs to prevent sexual violence, help survivors and improve the criminal justice system. For more information about RAINN, please visit rainn.org.
Men Can Stop Rape - An organization that "seeks to mobilize men to use their strength for creating cultures free from violence, especially men’s violence against women."
Not Alone - Prevent and get help after sexual assault in schools
1 in 6 - Help for men or boys who have been abused
East Los Angeles Women's Center - This center, based in East LA but serving all women and their families, can help if you are a victim of rape, assault, domestic violence, and abuse.
Peace Over Violence - This organization advocates for the prevention of child abuse and can work to get you legal help and services after trauma.
Child Molestation Prevention Plan - Suggestions on how to prevent sexual assault from ChildMolestationPrevention.org
Darkness to Light: End Sexual Abuse - Empowering people to prevent child sexual abuse.
Male Sexual Victimization: Facts - Facts about male survivors of sexual abuse from MaleSurvivor.org
Survivors of Incest Anonymous - A spiritual, self-help group that serves as a resource for survivors of sexual abuse.
Survivor Manual - Organization that works to inspire and empower survivors of trauma to overcome their struggles and lead full, happy lives.
Sex, etc. - What to do if you think you're being sexually harassed.
Affordable Care Act
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services - Learn how health insurance has changed for you!
Frequently Asked Questions about Young Adults & the Affordable Care Act
Bedsider - Full coverage of birth control under the Affordable Care Act
Planned Parenthood - What is the Affordable Care Act? Is my birth control free now?
Abortion
Planned Parenthood - Visit the website or call 1-800-230-PLAN to make an appointment with Planned Parenthood.
National Abortion Federation Hotline - National Abortion Federation Hotline will give you unbiased information about abortion and other options: 1-800-772-9100
1 in 3 Campaign – Hear and share stories with other women who have had an abortion.
Exhale – Provides emotional support services and resources to help people feel heard, understood, and connected after an abortion.
Catholics for Choice - Catholics can support choice for women!
Amplify - Watch videos from women about abortion
Sex, etc. - How to talk about abortion and other sexual health topics with your partner, parent/guardian, friend, trusted adult, and healthcare provider.
Bullying/Sexting
Stop Bullying – What is bullying? What is cyberbullying? Who is at risk and how can you prevent it?
A Thin Line – MTV’s campaign to stop digital abuse – learn how to identify, prevent, and stop the spread of digital abuse with your friends.
WiredSafety – If you have been a victim or just want more information about cybercrime, check out WiredSafety.
Stop Cyber Bullying – See how other teens are standing up to cyberbullying.
SexEtc.org: Cyberbullying - Read posts by teens who have experienced cyberbullying.
Planned Parenthood - Learn all about maintaining your privacy while navigating the digital world.
Between2Screens - Life is more fun when you don't have to worry about drama. So keep it #between2screens and make the most of life with these tips on protecting your reputation, relationships, and privacy.
Cracked.com - “5 Horrifying Ways an Ex can Ruin your Life with Nude Photos”
"Ally's Story - Second Thoughts on Sexting" - a short video from MTV News about sexting.
Cerebral Palsy and Bullying — A comprehensive resources on special needs, covering topics like mental health, bullying/abuse, vocational counseling and much more.
Plan For Your Future
Get Schooled – You can graduate high school and go to college – find the inspiration and help you need!
Hispanic Scholarship Fund – Find scholarships on their site.
College Board – Not sure where to start with planning for college? Try out College Board’s planner and get information from their page!
Google for Computer Science — Learn about computer science programs, and partners Google sponsors, that reach millions of students every year, with a focus on girls and others who are underrepresented in the field today.
The Adelante Movement – Unite and empower Latinas by supporting Latina businesses and projects, plus resources
Affordable Online Colleges - This site has a search feature that lets you find affordable colleges (but keep looking for scholarships to help pay for the expensive ones!)
Fast Forward - Make a plan for your life after high school
Public Services
Free Health Centers, Birth Control, Counseling:
Sexual Health & Reproductive Rights Advocacy
Violence, Depression, Suicide Prevention, Runaways:
todayisfortomorrow.org - Today is for Tomorrow is a site just for teens that sends texts and updates via social media for weekly tips on school, life, relationships, and more.
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services - What the government can do to keep you and your family healthy
Welfare Resources - Questions about welfare in your state?
Homeboy Industries - Learn all about Homeboy Industries, a program that provides free services and programs to formerly gang-involved women and men.
Parents
www.talkwithyourkids.org – tips for talking to your kids about sexual health (in English and Spanish)
Advocates for Youth - Parents' Sex Ed Center
Answer - Resources for parents
Planned Parenthood - Talking to kids about sex and sexuality
Zero to Three - an organization dedicated to helping parents make the best decisions for their infants and toddlers
Start the sex conversation with your kids - because if you aren't, someone else is.
Talking to your Teens about Sex, Love & Relationships - videos of teens talking about what they want to hear from you.
Talking About Sexting - tips for talking to your teen about sexting
Break the Cycle - A great handbook on talking about dating violence
ICADV - Tips about talking to your kids about dating violence and abuse
Advocates for Youth - Talking to your kids about LGBTQ issues
StopBullying.gov - Talking to your kids about bullying