resources page with helpful links

RuPaul's DragCon rupaulsdragcon.com

While primarily an event, DragCon offers panels and sessions that often address issues young drag performers face, such as navigating the industry and maintaining mental health.

Transtech Social transtechsocial.org

TransTech Social Enterprises, founded by Angelica Ross, is a nonprofit organization that empowers transgender and gender-nonconforming individuals through technology education and opportunities. It offers training, mentoring, and resources in various tech disciplines and fosters a supportive community for skill development and networking. TransTech advocates for workplace inclusion and strives to dismantle systemic barriers, promoting equitable employment opportunities in the tech sector and beyond for the transgender community.

Drag Queen Story Hour dragqueenstoryhour.org

This organization hosts events where drag queens read stories to children in libraries, schools, and bookstores. It's a great entry point for young performers looking to use their drag in positive, community-focused ways.

The Trevor Project www.thetrevorproject.org

This organization is focused on crisis intervention and suicide prevention for LGBTQ+ youth. They offer a helpline, chat, and text services for individuals in crisis.

GLAAD www.glaad.org

GLAAD works to accelerate acceptance for the LGBTQ+ community through media. They provide resources, advocate for representation in media, and offer support tools for young people.

GLSEN www.glsen.org

GLSEN focuses on creating safe and inclusive schools for all, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. It conducts research, advocates for policies, and offers resources for educators and students.

PFLAG www.pflag.org

PFLAG is the first and largest organization for LGBTQ+ people, their parents, families, and allies. Through local chapters, it offers support, education, and advocacies.

Lambda Legal www.lambdalegal.org

Lambda Legal is a legal organization fighting for the rights of LGBTQ+ people and everyone living with HIV. They offer legal resources, advocacy, and litigation support.

National Center for Transgender Equality www.transequality.org

This organization advocates for policy reform to advance the well-being of transgender individuals. It offers resources, reports, and activism tools.

It Gets Better Project www.itgetsbetter.org

The project aims to uplift, empower, and connect LGBTQ+ youth around the globe through storytelling and community-building.

Point of Pride pointofpride.org

While not exclusively for drag performers, Point of Pride supports transgender individuals, including those in drag, through several initiatives, including an annual transgender surgery fund, electrolysis support, and more.

Camp Wannakiki

It's a campy, light-hearted drag competition reality show that emphasizes drag's fun and creative aspects. It might inspire young drag performers.

Bushwig

It is an annual festival celebrating drag, music, and love. It's a platform for new and younger drag artists to showcase their talent alongside more established performers.

Queer Youth of Faith

Offers support for LGBTQ+ youth navigating their relationship with faith, which can be particularly poignant for drag performers reconciling their art with religious backgrounds.

Local Drag Workshops & Classes

Many cities, especially those with a vibrant LGBTQ+ scene, offer drag workshops and classes. They can be great spaces for young drag performers to learn skills, from makeup and costuming to performance techniques, and connect with experienced mentors in the community.

Drag Out The Vote

A non-partisan initiative that uses drag to engage voters. Young drag performers might find a space to showcase their talents and engage in political activism.

Resources page