LGBTQ Student Advocacy and Support Services | Iowa Safe Schools
Iowa Safe Schools
Location Name
Iowa Safe Schools
PO Box 704, Des Moines, IA 50303
Eligibility
Open to LGBTQ students and their allies
Required documents
None
Hours
Mon-Fri 8 am-5 pm
(515) 381-0588
Voice·
Main Phone
Application process
Call, or visit website for services
Fees
None
Service area
Polk County, IA
Works to make schools safe for LGBTQ students, and their allies, by providing support, victim services, resources, and events.
Support services include information on the GSA Network (Gay-Straight Alliance, where students create safe spaces in their schools by forming a GSA group), information and referrals to resources that are LGBTQ friendly.
Victim services include individual counseling and support, safety planning and advocacy services for the student.
Last assured
03/20/2026
Providing organization
Iowa Safe Schools
Provides support, victim services, resources, and events for LGBTQ students and Allied youth.