After Election Day, the Trevor Project saw its highest crisis service volume since providing around-the-clock services in 2019, spotlighting the growing fear LGBTQ+ students across the nation have about the upcoming Trump term.

The nonprofit suicide prevention organization analyzed all postelection conversations across its classic crisis services— Lifeline, chat, and text — and saw how those that included election-related content increased by nearly 5,200% when compared to averages leading up to Election Day.

In a statement provided to the SGN, Senior VP of Crisis Intervention Becca Nordeen said the increase indicates how Trump's win is taking a tremendous toll on the mental health of LGBTQ+ students.

"A 700% increase [in calls, texts and chats compared to prior weeks] across our classic crisis services is staggering, and yet our crisis counselors remain steady and unwavering in their commitment to be there for every young person who needs an ear to listen," Nordeen said. "It's clear that this is a challenging moment for many LGBTQ+ young people. But, we want to remind everyone that no matter what they are feeling right now, we can — and we will — get through this together."

It's estimated that 30% of people who reached out to The Trevor Project after Election Day identify as BIPOC LGBTQ+ youth, and that over 40% are Transgender or Nonbinary youth. Additional research from the organization highlights how 90% of LGBTQ+ youth reported how recent politics has negatively impacted their wellbeing. Suicide attempts in the past year among Transgender and Nonbinary youth have increased by about 72%.

"We will continue to fight for every LGBTQ+ young person to have access to safe, affirming space — especially during challenging times," CEO Jaymes Black said in a previously released statement. "LGBTQ+ young people: your life matters, and you were born to live it. The Trevor Project will always be here to support you, to listen, and to offer you the care you deserve."

A Trevor Project representative told the SGN that volume remains higher than normal, but that the organization will continue to support the community as state and national policies shift.

Seattle Public Schools

Seattle Public Schools (SPS) has also seen an increase in concerns from families as it relates to legislation and policy changes.

"Among the concerns raised, select families have expressed fear regarding potential requests for documentation, such as birth certificates, immigration status, or gender assigned at birth," a representative of the SPS told the SGN. "A small number... have voiced concerns about their children being in classrooms with LGBTQ-identified teachers or staff, and there have been heightened concerns about the identification and participation of LGBTQ students in clubs and groups."

While the concerns aren't necessarily tied to specific data trends before and after elections, the SPS said the uptick shows an increase in fear and anxiety among some community members.

The SPS said it's addressing all concerns by working closely with school leaders, staff, families, and students to ensure that all understand their rights and current policy language.

"We also continue to offer resources, including classroom-based curriculum materials that support inclusivity, and referrals to community-based organizations, including mental health services. Our focus remains on fostering an environment where every student feels respected, supported, and empowered to succeed," the representative said.

Every other year, the school district administers the national CDC Youth Risk Behavior Survey alongside the Washington State Healthy Youth Survey. Both will be given to students in October 2025.