It Gets Better Blog

Read more about what's going on in the world and in the minds of LGBTQ+ youth. Plus, want to see your words on our blog?

Your Back to School Advice

We asked: what advice would you give LGBTQ+ students going back to school? You all ANSWERED, and it was INCREDIBLE

Just keep Riding (for Queer Youth in Taiwan)! 

Cyclists are gearing up for the third Asia Rainbow Ride in Taiwan, a project It Gets Better is proud to support.

It Gets Better Canada Launches Mental Health Hub

Our affiliate in Canada has partnered with the Canadian Red Cross to develop a mental health hub for LGBTQ+ youth.

Celebrate the Youth Voices Grads of 2023

From conferences to ABC News to an unforgettable trip to Hollywood, join us in celebrating our graduating class.

Queerbook 2024

We're publishing a book, and we want you to be a part of it. Queerbook — like a yearbook, get it? Find out how your work can be featured.

Tips for LGBTQ+ Students to Thrive

Sarah Dean is queer, an English teacher, and a GSA advisor. These are her tips for making the return to school easier for LGBTQ+ students.

We're pausing all future content on Twitter/X!

To the 187K+ folks who joined our movement on Twitter/X — let’s keep queer joy front and center!

It Gets Better at ILGA's Conference in Bolivia!

It Gets Better joins hundreds of activists in La Paz, Bolivia to advocate for LGBTQ+ human rights around the world.

Youth Voices - Class of 2024

We'd like to introduce you to some incredible LGBTQ+ students. Meet our Youth Voices, Class of 2024!

"If Students Don't Feel Safe, They Can't Learn"

With a school Pride grant project at her school in Tennessee, Sarah Dean is being the queer teacher LGBTQ+ students need to see.