Evolution of Problem These days’ teens are coming out as LGBT in their early teens, as early as thirteen years of age. 1.6 million youth are homeless each year with 40% of them identifying as lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender. These numbers are disproportionally high because 7% of the youth population in the United States is LGBT (“True Colors,” 2016). Each year $4.2 billion is spent on homeless assistance programs with less than 5% of this funding, $195 million, allocated for homeless children and youth. Out of that $195 million, there are currently no federal programs specifically designed to meet the needs of LGBT homeless youth, no federal protection for these individuals, and there are only a few state laws in place to keep these youths from being discriminated against while accessing federally funded homelessness services (“Gay and Transgender,” 2010).
Definition of Problem There are many reasons as to why there is an increase of homelessness among LGBT youth. Family conflict is one of the most common causes of all youth homelessness, and in this case the conflict tends to be over the individual’s gender identity or …show more content…
The Forty to None project serves to tackle the root cause of the increase of LGBT youth homelessness and is working to end homelessness among this population. They have a three tier approach. The first tier is promoting acceptance which involves understanding the causes of rejection in order to craft effective strategies for reaching families and communities before their young people come out. The second tier involves a targeted family assessment which explores the options for family reunification and or relationship building. The third tier involves affirming and competent care which provides ongoing support and assistance to make it through the transition to independent adulthood (Shelton, 2013). This project is a great way to advocate for this vulnerable
Definition of Problem There are many reasons as to why there is an increase of homelessness among LGBT youth. Family conflict is one of the most common causes of all youth homelessness, and in this case the conflict tends to be over the individual’s gender identity or …show more content…
The Forty to None project serves to tackle the root cause of the increase of LGBT youth homelessness and is working to end homelessness among this population. They have a three tier approach. The first tier is promoting acceptance which involves understanding the causes of rejection in order to craft effective strategies for reaching families and communities before their young people come out. The second tier involves a targeted family assessment which explores the options for family reunification and or relationship building. The third tier involves affirming and competent care which provides ongoing support and assistance to make it through the transition to independent adulthood (Shelton, 2013). This project is a great way to advocate for this vulnerable