Resources

  • On Campus

    Decker Student Health Services Center
    A primary care facility for all registered students at Binghamton University that delivers the same type of care you would expect to get from your primary care physician back home. Also provide confidential rapid HIV testing. 

    Location: Decker Building
    Phone: 607-777-2221
    Fax: 607-777-2881
    Email: health.services@binghamton.edu

    University Counseling Center
    The University Counseling Center provides comprehensive clinical and referral services to Binghamton University’s undergraduate and graduate students.

    Location: Old O'Connor-264
    Phone: 607-777-2772

    SEEK Helpline
    A student run helpline for those who are feeling stressed, worried, or lonely and could use someone to talk to. Available every night during the Fall and Spring semesters from 8-11 pm.

    Helpline: 607-777-4357
    Email: seek@binghamtonsa.org

    Office of International Education & Global Initiatives (IEGI)

    At Binghamton, all students are encouraged to become world wise and take advantage of the many study abroad programs offered through the university. For LGBTQIAP students, living abroad for an extended period may take some extra thought. The Office of International Programs has an excellent resource page to support students as they explore study abroad options: LGBTQAIP Students Abroad

    VARCC
    There are an array of resources and information available for students about understanding interpersonal violence and the many options that are available to victims/survivors for support on and off campus. Follow the web link for full list of resources.

    Deans Office
    The Dean of Students Case Management Team provides consultation, assessment, referral, and education for students experiencing a range of issues including, illness, death in the family, financial difficulties, academic trouble, and other personal emergencies.

    Location: University Union West - 205
    Phone: 607-777-2804
    Email: dos@binghamton.edu

    University Ombudsman
    The Office of the Ombudsman is a safe place to voice your concerns, evaluate your situation, organize your thoughts and identify your options when dealing with a problem or concern. The office operates with strict confidentiality and keeps no records identifying visitors. It can be a good first step if you don't know where else to turn or how to proceed.

    Office: Library South Ground-528
    Phone:  607-777-2388

    Fleishman Center for Career and Professional Development
    The Fleishman Center has been awarded SILVER certification through OUT for Work's Career Center Certification Program. They have a thorough understanding of the complications LGBTQ students may face when looking for internships or jobs after college and resources to help. Find specific LGBTQ resources in CareerTools

    Location: University Union 133
    Phone: (607) 777-2400
    Email: careers@binghamton.edu

    Success Coaching

    Peer and professional Success Coaches support undergraduate student learning through personalized one-on-one coaching appointments, weekly supportive accountability groups, workshops and access to virtual resources. They are trained to identify potential barriers to academic success and collaboratively create strengths-based tailored interventions for students regarding topics like goal setting, time and task management, study skill, motivation, organization, productivity and more! For more information and to sign up for an appointment, visit our B-Successful website.

    Location: Mountainview Community, Appalachian Hall, G17
    Phone: (607) 777-5007
    Email: sts@binghamton.edu

    Pride and Joy Families

    Pride and Joy Families is an organization working towards bettering the lives of LGBTQIAP+ individuals and families. Located in Broome County, Pride and Joy Families delivers support for LGBTQ+ parents, LGBTQ+ youth, and LGBTQ+ members looking for community. Offering support throughout the Southern Tier, they have a considerable number of resources for additional support.

    Location: Binghamton University, LN-2408
    Phone: (607) 77-PRIDE (77433)
    Email: egold@binghamton.edu

  • Off Campus

    Health and Wellness

    Broome County Health Department
    The Broome County Health Department serves residents by promoting and protecting public health through education and prevention.

    225 Front Street, Binghamton, NY 13905
    Phone:  607-778-3930
    Email: BCHealth@broomecountyny.gov

    Family Planning of South Central New York, Inc.
    The mission is to advocate and provide individuals, families and organizations in the region with information, education and health care services pertaining to human sexuality and reproductive health in a private and confidential manner, respectful of all beliefs, supporting individual freedom of choice and responsibility.

    117 Hawley Street, Binghamton, NY 13901
    Phone: 607-723-8306

    Mental Health Association of the Southern Tier (MHAST)

    This is a nonprofit organization devoted to providing mental health support to individuals across the Southern Tier, offering peer-based services and other quality programs. Their employees have shared experiences and can understand and engage with people to increase empathy.

    47 Broad Ave, Binghamton, NY 13904
    Phone: (607) 771-8888

    Southern Tier AIDS Program
    The Southern Tier AIDS Program provides comprehensive HIV/AIDS services in the Southern Tier of New York and is home to the Identity Program which serves LGBTQ youth (13-25).

    122 Baldwin Street, Johnson City, New York 13790
    Hotline: (800) 333-0892
    Phone: 607-798-1706

    Susquehanna Family Practice and Gender Wellness Center
    The Gender Wellness Center at Susquehanna Family Practice offers services tailored to meet the needs of gender nonconforming patients. The caring and professional staff has advanced training in providing health and psychological services to the transgender community. Providers follow the Standards of Care from the World Professional Association for Transgender Health.

    FoxCare Center, Suite 103
    5432 State Highway 7
    Oneonta, NY 13820
    Phone: (607) 431-5757(voice)

    LGBTQ+ Support

    Binghamton Pride Coalition

    Established in 2005, the Binghamton Pride Coalition is dedicated to ending oppression against LGBTQIA+ individuals. This organization promotes the celebration of culture, pride, and visibility around the greater Binghamton area.

    E-mail: BinghamtonPride607@gmail.com

    Identity Youth Center
    Identity is a youth center for teens and young adults ages 13-24. Founded in 2008, they are a safe space for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and questioning (LGBTQ+) teens, but also welcome all youth regardless of their sexual identity, orientation, or gender identity. LGBTQ+ youth and their allies are invited to come and be themselves, receive support and education, and meet new people. If you're a teen who believes in individuality and equality you are welcome at Identity!

    They offer educational and social programming; events such as Queer Coffee Houses and Pride Prom; support from staff, peer youth educators, and community mentors; paints, canvases, and many other art and crafting supplies; video games, board games, computers, books, and movies. All Identity events, programs, and services are always free!

    206 State St., Binghamton, New York 13901
    Phone: 607-651-9120 

    PFLAG
    Parents and Friends of Lesbians and Gays. Monthly support group for parents, friends, and allies of the LGTBQ community.

    PFLAG Binghamton
    PFLAG Ithaca/Cortland

    PFLAG Long Island
    PFLAG NYC

    Safe Spaces, Entertainment, & more

    Garage Taco Bar
    Queer-friendly restaurant. Located in the heart of Binghamton, Garage is a taco bar dedicated to serving fresh local food with a street inspired menu that vibes close to the soul. Gluten free, vegetarian, and vegan food options!

    211 Washington St, Binghamton NY 13901
    Phone: 607-217-7464

    Lost Dog Cafe
    Queer-friendly restaurant and lounge. Offers a variety of food options (gluten free, vegetarian, and vegan). Karoake every Thursday night in the lounge!

    222 Water Street Binghamton, NY 13901
    Phone: (607) 771-6063

    Riot Act Books
    Riot Act is a volunteer-run book shop working to provide our community with relevant and affordable reading material that educates, agitates, and inspires positive change. Their catalog has a focus on works that challenge the White Supremacist, Capitalist, Imperialist, Cis, Hetero, Patriarchal, Individualist status quo. They are anti-profit, meaning all money generated from sales goes directly into buying new material, hosting community events, and building capacity for local activism.

    Open Friday-Sunday
    127 Main St, Binghamton, NY 13905
    Email: riotactbing@protonmail.com

    Religion and Spirituality

    Unitarian Universalist Congregation
    LGBTQ Welcoming Congregation
    182 Riverside Drive, Binghamton, New York 13905
    Services: Sundays 9:15am - 11:00am
    Phone: (607) 729-1641
    Email: office@uubinghamton.org

    Centenary-Chenango Street United Methodist Church
    LGTBQ Welcoming congregation.
    Reverend Gary E. Doupe
    438 Chenango Street, Binghamton, New York 13901
    Christian Education: Sundays 9:30am
    Worship: Sundays 10:30am
    Phone: (607) 724-3546

    First United Methodist Church of Endicott
    Pastor Susan Davis
    LGTBQ Welcoming congregation.
    53 McKinley Ave. Endicott, New York 13760
    Services: Sundays 9:45am
    Phone: 607-748-7434

    Tabernacle United Methodist Church
    Pastor Stephen Heiss, LGTBQ Welcoming congregations and offers LGTBQ Christian Worship on the first Sunday of each Month.
    83 Mains Street, BInghamton, New York 13905
    LGTBQ Christian Services: 1st Sunday of each month 7:00pm
    Regular Services: Sundays 10:30am
    Phone: 607-723-8983

    Trinity Memorial Episcopal Church
    LGTBQ Welcoming congregation.
    Corner of Oak and Main Street, BInghamton, New York 13905
    Services: Sundays 10:00am
    Phone: 607-723-3593

    Temple Concord Reform Synagogue
    LGTBQ Welcoming congregation.
    9 Riverside Drive, Binghamton, New York 13905
    Services: Fridays 8:15pm
    Phone: 607-723-7355

  • Online Resources

    Campus Pride
    Campus Pride is the leading national nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization for student leaders and campus groups working to create a safer college environment for LGBTQ students. The organization is a volunteer-driven network “for” and “by” student leaders.

    COLAGE
    COLAGE unites people with lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and/or queer parents into a network of peers and supports them as they nurture and empower each other to be skilled, self-confident, and just leaders in our collective communities.

    GLSEN
    Every student has the right to a safe, supportive, and LGBTQ-inclusive K-12 education. GLSEN is a national network of educators, students, and local GLSEN Chapters working to make this right a reality. Their mission is to ensure that every member of every school community is valued and respected regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Upstate New York GLSEN Chapter

    LGBTQ+ TED Talks
    A playlist of LGBTQ+ related TED Talks.

    National Center for Transgender Equality
    The National Center for Transgender Equality is the nation’s leading social justice advocacy organization winning life-saving change for transgender people.

    Online Therapy
    Online therapy has many benefits for members of the LGBTQ+ community. If you live in a rural area or just can’t find a therapist who understands the challenges facing LGBTQ+ individuals, online therapy makes it easier to access mental health care.

    Strands for Trans
    Strands For Trans is a global network of hair, beauty, and wellness industries and organizations that seek to create and inspire safe and positive experiences for all guests, especially guests from the trans community. Includes an updated list of local trans-affirming hair stylists and barbers.

  • Crisis Hotlines

    Trevor Project
    The nation’s only 24/7 crisis intervention and suicide prevention lifeline for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning young people ages 13 to 24.
    Call: 1-866-4-U-TREVOR (866-488-7386)
    Text: Text "Start" to 678-678 

    988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
    A national network of local crisis centers that provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24 hours a day, 7 days a week in the United States. Committed to improving crisis services and advancing suicide prevention by empowering individuals, advancing professional best practices, and building awareness.
    Call: 988

    LGBT National Help Center
    A non-profit, tax-exempt organization that provides vital peer support, community connections, and resource information. Their services focus on sexual orientation and/or gender identity and expression. They are the oldest and most comprehensive national organization of its type and scope in the United States, providing critically needed services regardless of age or geographic location. They help youth and adults with coming-out issues, safer-sex information, school bullying, family concerns, relationship problems, and a lot more. The people who turn to the hotline for help often live in rural and conservative parts of the country and are frequently feeling severely isolated, closeted and despairing, with literally no one else safe to talk to.
    For the LGBT National Hotline, call: 888-843-4564
    For the Coming Out Hotline, call: 888-688-5428 (888-OUT-LGBT)

  • Scholarships

    Binghamton University Scholarships

    The university works with donors and sponsors to offer a variety of scholarships to current students. Applications for scholarships typically go live during the spring semester for the following academic year. Current students who have demonstrated their academic abilities at the University are good candidates for scholarships. Regardless, all students are automatically reviewed for scholarship eligibility if they have maintained a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher. Typically, the only other qualification is to have a current FAFSA on file by our recommended filing date of March 1 each year. However, certain scholarships for returning students may also require an additional application. This resource is not specifically for LGBTQ+ students, however, using the keyword "Inclusion" in the search tool will show the scholarships aimed at LGBTQ+ students.

    LGBT Student Scholarships Database
    A list of LGBTQ+ related scholarships hosted by the HRC.

    Point Foundation: The LGBTQ Scholarship Fund

    The Point Foundation mission is to empower promising lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ) students to achieve their full academic and leadership potential – despite the obstacles often put before them – to make a significant impact on society. They offer scholarships for "out" LGBTQ+ identifying students and QTBIPOC (Queer and Trans Black, Indigenous, and People of Color). Applications are typically open from Sept.-Dec. depending on the scholarship type.

    PRISM Foundation

    Prism Foundation provides scholarships to empower outstanding students who are making a positive impact on the Asian & Pacific Islander and LGBTQIA+ communities. Scholarships range from $1000–$5000, and their portfolio of recipients have included both undergraduates and graduates across a spectrum of ages, gender identities, sexual orientation, racial and ethnic background, and more. Applications typically open in the spring and the deadline to apply is during the summer.

Report an incident of Bias/Hate

The Division of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and Q Center at Binghamton University are committed to addressing incidents of hate, bias or discrimination, both on and off campus, and appreciates your help in bringing these incidents to our attention. Report a bias incident.