Resources for LGBTQ+ Individuals
Tacoma Community College welcomes and values all people who identify as LGBTQ+. We want to provide resources and support for you, no matter what identities you hold. We are dedicated to making TCC an inclusive space for all individuals.
What does “LGBTQ+” mean?
LGBTQ+, sometimes abbreviated LGBTQIA and LGBTQIA2S+, is shorthand for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and questioning, intersex, asexual, and two-spirit people. The + represents the many genders and orientations not already included in the acronym, and honors the frequently changing and expanding terminology representing the queer and trans communities. We recognize that sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression are fluid concepts for any individual to self-define at any time in their lives.
Crisis & Emergency
TCC Campus Public Safety emergency number 253-566-5111 and
(alternate emergency number: 253-495-4146)
LGBT National Hotline: 888-843-4564
Oasis Youth Center 24-Hour Emergency Line (ages 11-24): 253-988-2108
Pierce County 24-Hour Crisis Line: 1-800-576-7764
Trans Lifeline: 877-565-8860
Trevor Project: 866-488-7386
Washington’s Victim Support Services 24-Hour Crisis Hotline: 1-800-346-7555
Health and Healthcare
Mary Bridge Gender Health Clinic (Serves clients under the age of 18)
Pierce County AIDS Foundation (PCAF)
General Resources
COLAGE Main Page (LGBTQ+ Support)
Diversity Alliance of the Puget Sound
King County Trans Resource and Referral Guide
National Resource Center on LGBTQ+ Aging
Rainbow Center Advocate Services
Rainbow Center of Tacoma Main Page
The Gender Alliance of the South Sound
The Diversity Alliance of the Puget Sound
Scholarships for LGBTQIA and allies
LGBTQ+ Book Recommendations
24 Great LGBTQIA+ Books for Kids and Teens
Work and Career Information
Resources at Tacoma Community College
TCC LGBTQQIA+ Affinity Group: this group's purpose is "to empower, support, embrace, provide a safe place, and critical learning for LGBTQ+ employees at TCC." Contact for group is current chair, Zoe Fine (email: zfine@tacomacc.edu)
Report a Concern: if you experience or witness an instance of anti-LGBTQA+ language or behavior, you can use this link to get to the list of reports, then submit a Bias Incident Reporting Form.
All-Gender Restroom Campus Map (PDF)
TCC Library LGBTQ+ Research Guide
Parenting
About the Rainbow Action Committee
The Rainbow Action Committee is comprised of Tacoma Community College faculty and staff who advocate for the rights and concerns of TCC community members of marginalized genders and sexualities, and work with the college to inform institutional policies and practices. We work to create a welcoming and inclusive community by fostering opportunities for learning, sharing, exploration, and growth. This page is the work of the many dedicated members of the Rainbow Action Committee, under the Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion Council at TCC.
Questions, suggestions for resources, or issues with broken links? contact Rachel at rbrown@tacomacc.edu