Advocates told USA Today that half of homeless and LGBTQ youth are forced onto the streets because of hostility from parents over their identity or sexual orientation.
On this edition of Your Call, we discuss how growing attacks and bans on gender affirming care are affecting LGBTQ youth, especially those struggling with homelessness and mental health issues.
Around 40% of young people experiencing homelessness identify as LGBTQ, and providers told USA Today that more than half of homeless LGBTQ youths say they have been forced onto the streets because of hostility or abuse from parents over their gender identity or sexual orientation.
What resources are available for those who are struggling?