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LGBT Homeless Youth
Almost 40 percent of homeless youth on the streets or in shelters are LGBT. Most of these youth cite fear of family views or being kicked out by family members as the reason for their homelessness. Other reasons include aging out of the system. There is some support for these youth, either from sympathetic charities and shelters or former LGBT homeless. Other than that, support for LGBT homeless youth is the same as other homeless youth. - Hazel Seremet
Federal Policy
The Runaway and Homeless Youth Act (RHYA), administered by the Family and Youth Services Bureau, part of the Department of Health and Human Services’ Administration for Children and Families, was first enacted in 1974 and is the only federal law that focuses on unaccompanied, homeless youth. The RHYA, as currently amended, authorizes federal funding for three programs —the Basic Center Program, Transitional Living Program, and Street Outreach Program— to assist runaway and homeless youth.
The McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act of 1987 was the first major federal legislative response to homelessness. Title VII of the Act includes provisions to ensure the enrollment, attendance, and success of homeless children and youth in school. Under the Act schools must work to eliminate any barriers, such as transportation, that may prohibit students from attending school, and are required to appoint a liaison to work with homeless students and their families.
The Chaffee Foster Care Independence Program provides states with funding to support and provide services to youth who are expected to age out of foster care as well as former foster care youth ages 18 to 21. Funds from the program can be used for housing, educational services and independent living services.
The Fostering Connections Act of 2008 increased federal funds available to states to extend assistance to foster youth up until age 21 as long as the youth is in school, working or has a medical condition that prevents them from participating in those activities. Services can include housing assistance, vocational and college help, and counseling. More
Homeless and Runaway Youth: State Policy Options
Early Intervention and Prevention Programs. Many youth become homeless as a result of family problems and financial difficulties. As a result, young people often lack the necessary supports to help them find jobs, obtain an education and reunite with their families. States can implement a homelessness prevention program that includes counseling, family reunification services, and rent assistance.
Intervene with Already-Homeless Youth. Homeless youth need access to services that will help them regain stability in their lives, such as obtaining a job and affordable housing. States can provide homeless youth with access to educational outreach programs, job training and employment programs, transitional living programs, and services for mental health and life skills trainings. States can also create commissions or task forces to examine the issue of youth homelessness and offer recommendations to the legislature on how to improve outcomes for young people.
Independent Housing Options. Expanding long-term housing options and providing supportive services —such as food, clothing and counseling— are examples of ways that states can help homeless youth. States can create housing programs that respond to the diverse needs of homeless youth. Youth housing programs include group homes, residential treatment, host homes, shared homes, youth shelters, and community-based transitional living programs. It is important to note that youth housing programs are more cost-effective than alternative out-of-home placements such as juvenile corrections facilities, treatment centers or jail. Funding is needed to implement transitional living programs and provide outreach services to keep youth in transition off the streets. States should foster collaboration between programs and across agencies to ensure that young people's needs are met.
Enhance Services Provided by Juvenile Corrections and Foster Care Programs. Each year, roughly 24,000 youth age out of foster care with little or no financial and housing resources. In addition, there is little attention paid to the housing needs of youth leaving juvenile correction facilities.[ii]
The link is for action it seems Colorado was taking two years ago.
http://www.colorado.gov/cs/Satellite?blobcol=urldata&blobheadername1=Content-Disposition&blobheadername2=Content-Type&blobheadervalue1=inline%3B+filename%3D%22Colorado+Homeless+Youth+Action+Plan.pdf%22&blobheadervalue2=application%2Fpdf&blobkey=id&blobtable=MungoBlobs&blobwhere=1251736884728&ssbinary=true
-Rachel-
Possible organization to work with
Sandisz you could research this more if you aren't coming up with other options. http://clothestokidsdenver.org/
-Laura
Assignments due by next meeting on Feb. 11th (might change to the 12th or 14th based on if we change for Jackie):
Connor: Research nationwide statistics about homeless youth and/or run away youth
Sean: Research Colorado and Denver specific statistics about homeless youth and/or run away youth
Nick: Stand Up for Kids, research more about being a sponser for one of the meals that happen every Sunday, post some possible dates
Sam: Contact Urban Peak and see what volunteer opportunities they might have
Hazel: Research more about the LGBTQ Homeless youth community, see if there is a correlation between youth being LGBTQ and higher rates of homelessness
Jack: Research possible ways to raise awareness through media, visual projects etc.
Sandisz: Research more places to volunteer in Denver, specifically working with homeless youth
Katie: Research prevention of homeless youth, resolution or ways to get youth off the street and back into a home
Rachel: Research current policy and laws about homeless youth in Denver and/or CO
Jackie research possible causes of youth becoming homeless or run aways
Thanks everyone! -Laura
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