National Low Income Housing Coalition

Housing & Shelter · Maryland · Free

NLIHC research and advocacy on affordable housing including LGBTQ+ needs. Useful for trans women of color facing the highest rates of housing instability and violence in shelters. Some programs hold trans-specific beds and units; ask intake about identity-affirming room assignment. Family rejection is the #1 cause of LGBTQ+ youth homelessness — interventions sometimes restore housing if family is willing to work with counselors. Free service; donations support but never gate access.

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Address: Nationwide

Hours: Online

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