The Wellness Case
The Wellness Imperative
LGBTQ+ communities face disproportionate mental health challenges — not because of who they are, but because of how the world treats them. Community and belonging are the antidote.
22%
Considered Suicide
of LGBTQ+ youth seriously considered attempting suicide in the past year
36%
Experience Anxiety
of LGBTQ+ young people reported symptoms of anxiety
29%
Experience Depression
of LGBTQ+ young people reported symptoms of depression
28%
Can't Access Care
who wanted mental health care were unable to get it
Mental Health Disparities
LGBTQ+ vs. General Population
Depression Rates
LGBTQ+ Youth53%
General Population20%
Source: APA, Trevor Project 2024
Anxiety Rates
LGBTQ+ Youth66%
General Population31%
Source: APA, Mental Health Foundation
Suicide Attempt Rate (Youth)
LGBTQ+ Youth12%
General Youth Population4%
Source: CDC, Trevor Project 2024
The Power of Community
>0%
reduction in suicide attempts among LGBTQ+ youth living in accepting communities
"LGBTQ+ young people who reported living in very accepting communities attempted suicide at less than half the rate of those in unaccepting communities."
— Trevor Project, 2024 National Survey
2.5x Higher Risk
LGBTQ+ individuals are 2.5 times more likely to experience depression, anxiety, and substance misuse than the general population.
Source: American Psychiatric Association
84% Want Help
The vast majority of LGBTQ+ youth want mental health care — but half cannot access it due to cost, stigma, or lack of affirming providers.
Source: Trevor Project, 2024
90% Impacted by Politics
Nine in ten LGBTQ+ young people said their well-being was negatively impacted by recent anti-LGBTQ+ political rhetoric and legislation.
Source: Trevor Project, 2024
This is why Chakaruna exists. Community isn't a luxury — it's a lifeline.
Data from The Trevor Project (2024 National Survey), American Psychiatric Association,
CDC Youth Risk Behavior Survey, and Mental Health Foundation UK.
CDC Youth Risk Behavior Survey, and Mental Health Foundation UK.