Category: LGBTQ+ youth

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Dwyane and Zaya Wade announce new “resource hub” for LGBTQ+ youth

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Dwyane Wade and his daughter Zaya have teamed up for a new project supporting LGBTQIA+ youth.  On 23 May, the former NBA Hall of Famer and 16-year-old model took to Instagram to announce their new non-profit Translatable – which is supported by The Trevor Project and Human Rights Campaign.  “Translatable aims to serve as a community safe space for youth to express themselves through several creative outlets,” Zaya explained alongside her father.  “Here we focus on communities of colour, center the most marginalised and emphasise the importance of parents and…

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“You are not alone”: Kamala Harris responds to tragic death of non-binary student Nex Benedict

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Vice President Kamala Harris has issued a statement to American LGBTQIA+ youth stating they are “not alone” in the aftermath of the announcement of the tragic death of non-binary teen Nex Benedict. In a statement posted onto X (formerly Twitter) Harris wrote: “My heart goes out to Nex Benedict’s family, friends, and their entire community. “To the LGBTQI+ youth who are hurting and are afraid right now: President Joe Biden and I see you, we stand with you, and you are not alone.” On 7 February, Nex suffered severe head…

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The National Lottery Community Fund supports Just Like Us with a grant of over £400,000

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The National Lottery Fund has supported Just Like Us with a new generous donation. On 13 September, the largest community funder in the UK announced that they would be giving the LGBTQIA+ organisation £435,250 to help with its Pride Groups programme. The inclusive initiative – which has been implemented in secondary schools across England and Wales – is a national network of lunchtime or after-school clubs that provide safe places for LGBTQIA+ and ally young people to socialise, learn and receive support. In addition, Pride Groups also provide expert training…

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Majority of LGBTQ+ youth screen positive for depression, survey finds

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Approximately 55.1 per cent of all LGBTQ+ youth screen positive for depression, according to a new survey conducted by the Human Rights Campaign (HRC). The 2023 LGBTQ+ Report compiled the findings of the HRC’s 2022 Youth Survey. The results revealed “persistent, serious challenges for LGBTQ+ youth” across the USA, continuing the trends observed by its 2017 study. The statistic was even higher for trans and gender-expansive youth, with 60 per cent screening positive for depression. The report also investigated the safety and comfort of LGBTQ+ youth in home and school environments.…

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Birmingham Pride 2022: Just Like Us host “life-changing” LGBTQ+ youth event

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Birmingham Pride took place on 24 – 25 September, with thousands joining the celebrations of LGBTQ+ people and culture in the city. This year marked the 25th anniversary of Birmingham Pride taking place, with the weekend packed with an iconic special guests. LGBTQ+ young people’s charity Just Like Us teamed up with the Pride organisers to run a school event which has been praised by students as helping them “to not feel so alone”. More than 50 pupils and teachers from across the West Midlands attended the event, which school…

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The Trevor Project reveals that suicidal thoughts have increased in LGBTQ youth

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A new report revealed that the amount of LGBTQ+ youth experiencing suicidal thoughts has increased. For the last 24 years, The Trevor Project has established itself as one of the top suicide prevention networks for LGBTQ+ people. Alongside its numerous projects – like Trevor Lifeline and Trevor Text – the organisation has also committed itself to release groundbreaking research regarding queer individuals and their mental health. In a recent report from the organisation, the researchers found that 45% of LGBTQ youth have “seriously considered attempting suicide in the past year.”…

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US Education Secretary shows support for Florida’s LGBTQ+ youth: “We’ve got your back”

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The US Education Secretary showcased his support for Florida’s LGBTQ+ youth amidst the ongoing ‘Don’t Say Gay’ bill backlash.  On 8 March, the horrific legislation passed in the Republican-led Senate by a vote of 22-17. Under the proposed bill, “classroom discussion about sexual orientation or gender identity” would be restricted in elementary schools. Over these last few weeks, LGBTQ+ activists and political figures –including President Joe Biden – have condemned the state.  Recently, US Education Secretary Miguel Cardona and Assistant Secretary of Health and Human Services Rachel L. Levine affirmed their…

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Students walk out of class over school’s “lack of action” in helping bullied gay student

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Students staged a school walkout in support of a gay student who has faced alleged bullying and harassment over his sexuality. The protest took place on 3 October and saw over 100 students exit class early to stand outside the school with signs and LGBTQ+ flags. Parents and students alike told The Kansas City Star that staff at Lee’s Summit High School in Kansas City were not providing enough support to Danny Lillis, a gay senior. This resulted in a petition calling for “LGBTQ+ safety” at the institution garnering almost…

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A new study shows one in four LGBTQ+ youth identify as non-binary

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New research has revealed that more young people are identifying as non-binary and LGBTQ+. According to a new study from the Trevor Project, 26% of LGBTQ+ youth identify as non-binary. The study also found that 20% are questioning or not sure in regards to their gender identity. The study gathered data from 35,000 LGBTQ+ youth between the ages of 13 to 24. Among the non-binary youth in the study, “28% were as bisexual, 27% were pansexual, 22% queer, 14% lesbian, 6% gay and 2% question their sexuality.” The study also…

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