“Your home is where you’re supposed to feel the most safe”
Growing threats of anti-LGBTQ+ violence in his neighborhood made Dawn fear for his safety—it took a big step to finally find stability in another community.
We all deserve to chase our dreams.
We all have dreams and we should all have the opportunity to chase them. But LGBTQ+ people still face barriers that prevent them from making their dreams a reality.
AMERICAN DREAMS
We all deserve a
place to call home.
AMERICAN REALITY
You could legally be denied housing if you are LGBTQ+
AMERICAN DREAMS
We all deserve
to live in safety.
A Place to Call Home :15
"The need for safe housing is especially important for trans folks.”
Emma became the first trans woman to walk every block in Manhattan. But before she accomplished that, an unsafe living situation threatened her ability to call New York City home.
Trey's Story
Trey hid her transgender identity when she was young, and talks about the importance of safety and security - especially for trans people - and encourages everyone to be treated with respect and to live as their authentic self
Lexie's Story
“Even the smallest act of kindness speaks volumes for those who are affected."
Homelessness in the LGBTQ+ community
LGBTQ+ adults are twice as likely as the general population to have experienced homelessness in their lifetime.
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10% of the general homeless population is comprised of youth, 40% of the homeless youth population identify as LGBTQ+.
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Violence targeting LGBTQ+ people
Annual crime statistics collected by the Federal Bureau of Investigations show violence in the nation overall is dropping, but hate crimes targeting LGBTQ+ people are rising: Hate crimes based on sexual orientation rose 23% in 2023 compared to 2022.
More than 1 in 5 of any type of hate crime is now motivated by anti-LGBTQ+ sentiment
Source: Human Rights Campaign (HRC)
More than 1 in 5 of any type of hate crime is now motivated by anti-LGBTQ+ sentiment
Source: Human Rights Campaign (HRC)
LGBTQ+ people could face barriers to housing
Barriers can take a variety of forms: LGBTQ+ people are at risk of being denied, charged higher rates for, or removed from housing. Nearly 3 in 10 LGBTQ+ adults reported experiencing some kind of housing related barrier or harassment in the past year, including being prevented or discouraged from buying a home, being denied access to a shelter, or experiencing harassment from housemates or neighbors.
Source: Center for American Progress
Source: Center for American Progress
Partners
GLAAD
Founded in 1985, GLAAD is a non-profit organization focused on LGBTQ advocacy and cultural change.
The Trevor Project
The Trevor Project’s mission is to end suicide among LGBTQ+ young people.
Human Rights Campaign
The Human Rights Campaign envisions a world where every member of the LGBTQ+ family has the freedom to live their truth.