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Here's what Democrats promise to do for LGBTQ+ people in their 2024 platform

The DNC has released its full platform for the next four years, which features dozens of policies that would improve the lives of LGBTQ+ people.

Ruby Corado, founder of LGBTQ+ nonprofit Casa Ruby, pleads guilty to wire fraud

The Washington, D.C. nonprofit shuttered its doors after she vanished with thousands of dollars.

A haven for homeless youths

Rejected by family and friends, many queer youths flee to the streets of New York City. Amid despair, many find hope.

The Battle to Protect LGBTQ+ Homeless Youth

The cards are stacked against not only queer unhoused youth, but the people who serve them.

Don’t Overlook This Film for Homeless Youth

A new movie explores the search for identity among the grittiness and beauty of New York's homeless LGBT youth.

This Is Our Plan to End Youth Homelessness

It's time to try something new to get young people off the streets, writes the president of a new organization devoted to eradicating the problem.

WATCH LGBT Youth Homeless for the Holidays

The Ali Forney Center, a shelter dedicated to providing safe space for LGBT youth in New York City, has launched a series of videos profiling homeless LBGT youth, called "Homeless for the Holidays."

This Poet Is on a Mission to End Queer Youth Homelessness

Christopher Soto is taking an unconventional approach to a seemingly intractable problem.

STUDY: NYPD Harming Homeless LGBT Youth

A new study by the Urban Institute finds that homeless LGBT youth involved in sex work are frequently harassed and harmed by police. 

PHOTOS: Homeless LGBT Youth Become Visible

Alex Fradkin, Taz Tagore, and the Reciprocity Foundation collaborate to give a fresh view of New York's homeless LGBT youth.

Inside The Spiritual Retreats Helping Homeless Youth

A Buddhist and a Christian joined forces to create an agency to help homeless youth. Among the organization's work: mindfulness retreats that encourage spiritual practices.

Give Homeless LGBT Youth a 'Shred of Hope'

Clothing company Nasty Pig will auction off exclusive, one-of-a-kind T-shirts designed by celebrities in its Shred of Hope campaign, with all proceeds benefiting the Ali Forney Center in New York City.

Author Lyndsey D'Arcangelo Tackles LGBT Homelessness

Is Lyndsey D'Arcangelo the new Judy Blume?