Research Guides: LGBTQ+ Health: GW & DMV Resources

GW Resources

LGBTQIA+ Resource Center
The GW LGBTQIA+ Resource Center celebrates and supports sexual and gender diversity, equity, and inclusion by providing comprehensive educational, support, and advocacy services.
Name & Gender Change Instructions
Instructions for changing your first name ("Chosen First Name"), and instructions for changing your legal name and sex.
MD Program Name/SSN/DOB Update Form
Faculty & Staff Name/SSN/DOB Update Form
GW Gender Inclusive Bathrooms Map
A map of every gender-inclusive bathroom (GIB) at GW. May be out of date.

GW Student Groups

GW Nursing Pride: This group is for anyone who identifies in the LGBTQIA+ spectrum and allies to provide support and to meet others to create a greater sense of belonging at GW Nursing. All are welcome. Contact Information: GWNursingPride@gmail.com
GW Out for Health: GW SMHS's LGBTQ+ student organization. Contact Information: gwofh@gwu.edu
Allied in Pride: Through advocacy, social events, service, community, and support for LGBTQ+, Allied in Pride aims to Build community and create a safe and welcoming environment for GW's LGBTQ+ population.
Kehila GW: Provides LGBTQ+ Jewish students with a safe space where they are free to unapologetically be and present their most authentic selves. Kehila aspires to help students become more comfortable with, and navigate challenges pertaining to their identities.
oSTEM @ GWU: oSTEM aims to provide a safe, supportive environment for LGBTQIA+ people in STEM fields that benefits them socially, professionally, and philanthropically. Students with any major related to science, mathematics, technology, or engineering are welcome to join.
Queer & Trans People of Color Association: QTPOCA will address the social, cultural, and political problems that LGBTQ+ POC face both on and off campus.
Transgender & Non-Binary Students of GWU: The goal of this organization is to create a safe space for transgender and non-binary students on GWU's campus, as well as allies. We hope to raise awareness and advocacy for our community through campus events and meetings.

Local Resources & Organizations

The DC LGBTQ+ Community Center
"The DC LGBTQ+ Community Center educates, empowers, uplifts, celebrates, elevates and connects the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender communities. To fulfill our mission, we focus on four core areas: health and wellness, arts & culture, social & peer support, and advocacy and community building."
Us Helping Us
"Us Helping Us is an experienced CBO with two locations in the greater Washington, DC area, including a certified, freestanding mental health clinic, and works tirelessly to achieve health equity for underserved and marginalized populations in the greater Washington, DC area."
Whitman-Walker Health
"We strive to be a place where we see patients, but we see the person first – a healthcare home where you will be treated with the dignity, respect and love. Health and wellness today is so much more than just a doctor’s visit. It’s about being seen and treated for the person you are.
We see You."

The Center for LGBTQ Health Equity - Chase Brexton Health Care
"Through health care services, education, training, research, and advocacy, we are working to end the health disparities that exist within LGBTQ communities and give patients worldwide—regardless of how they identify—the opportunity to live the healthiest life possible."
LGBTQ+ Health - Maryland.Gov
"The Maryland Family Planning Program clinics are dedicated to providing a welcoming environment for the LGBTQ+ community to access vital health services and anyone in Maryland can access services at the program’s 60+ clinic locations regardless of age, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, income, or residency status."
Resources for LGBTQ Community
Curated list of resources and community organizations from the Prince George's City Council.
Trans Maryland
"Trans Maryland is a multi-racial, multi-gender, trans-led community power building organization dedicated to Maryland’s trans community. By trans folks, for trans folks."

Inova Pride Clinic
"Inova Pride Clinic offers a safe and comfortable space committed to providing medical expertise with cultural humility, tailored to the unique needs of LGBTQ+ people. Our primary care doctors and team members are dedicated to providing inclusive and judgment-free care, answering questions and supporting your long-term health and wellness – without barriers. We provide full range of primary care from preventive care, health screenings and chronic disease management."
LGBTQIA+ Resources
"This list highlights helpful local and national resources for Arlington’s lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer/questioning, intersex, and ace/aro residents. We welcome additions, corrections, questions and input on the resources listed below."