Center for American Progress — LGBTQ Housing

Housing & Shelter · Louisiana · Free

Policy research and analysis on LGBTQ+ housing discrimination and homelessness. Useful for trans women of color facing the highest rates of housing instability and violence in shelters. Most stays in emergency shelter are 30–90 days while you work with case management on next steps. LGBTQ+ youth represent 40% of homeless youth despite being 7% of the general youth population. Free, confidential, and open to anyone in the LGBTQ+ community.

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Address: Nationwide

Hours: Online

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