Unhoused LGBTQ Resources

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LGBTQ persons facing homelessness additionally face further hardships when seeking resources. LGBTQ youth often face discriminated and targeting when compared to heteronormative individuals. Further transgender persons are often targets of abuse and are often turned away by shelters. A study conducted by UCLA Williams Institute found that 40% of homeless youth assisted by agencies identify as “LGBTQ”. Without adequate support, LGBTQ persons facing homelessness are more likely to remain unhoused.

Unhoused LGBTQ youth consistently cite discrimination from families or school as the primary factor contributing to being unhoused.

Advocating for LGBTQ persons is the first step in taking action against queer youth homelessness. Creating safer environments at school allowsLGBTQ  persons to continue education, making chronic homelessness less likely.

Additionally schools and institutions must make the effort to look for youths facing discrimination at home or experiencing hidden homelessness.  This in addition to alternative housing options allows LGBTQ youth to have options to maintain a safe environment as opposed to living under risky or unstable conditions with family or friends. Policies seeking to provide protection from discrimination will aim to prevent homelessness rather than waiting for it to become a chronic issue.


Below are resources for queer youth that may be facing homelessness 

Map of LGBT Support Centers - https://www.lgbtcenters.org/LgbtCenters

List of LGBTQ resources by States - https://www.lambdalegal.org/sites/default/files/publications/downloads/fs_resources-for-lgbtq-youth-by-state_1.pdf

Trevor Project Resources and Counseling -  https://www.thetrevorproject.org/resources/article/resources-for-lgbtq-youth-experiencing-homelessness/

PCC Portland Area Resources-  https://www.google.com/maps/d/viewer?mid=1pwxprcDQgzBihPG-hqEDqGk7bHo&ll=45.53814805947057%2C-122.65970800268555&z=12

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