FAFSA Modernizes to Recognize LGBT Families
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid will soon begin collecting information about applicants who have same-sex parents, giving them equal access to college financial aid.
Improving the Lives of LGBT Americans Beginning with Our Youth
Passing the Student Non-Discrimination Act would not only prevent the bullying and harassment of LGBT students across the country, but it could also lead to a host of better outcomes for these children later in life.
Gay and Transgender Homeless Youth Face Huge Obstacles
Report
A new report shows that youth homeless shelters do not have adequate resources to serve gay and transgender youth, write Andrew Phifer and Jeff Krehely.
The Unfair Criminalization of Gay and Transgender Youth
Issue Brief
Jerome Hunt and Aisha C. Moodie-Mills overview the unfair experiences LGBT youth go through in the juvenile justice system.
Gay-Straight Alliances
Jerome Hunt explains how gay-straight alliances can help improve the school environment for gay and transgender students.
Support for Antibullying Measures Extends Beyond Gay and Transgender Groups
Jerome Hunt argues that the broad embrace of measures to prevent bullying against gay and transgender youth hastens the day when schools are finally safe places for all students.
Runaway and Homeless Youth Act Should Include Gay and Transgender Youth
Melissa Dunn and Jeff Krehely explain why Congress needs to incorporate gay and transgender youth into the act when it comes up for reauthorization next year.
Supporting Gay and Transgender Youth Most in Need
Issue Brief
Melissa Dunn and Jeff Krehely give an overview of gay and transgender homelessness and how to address the problem in light of a White House conference on the topic today.
Comprehensive Federal Approach Needed to Create Safe Schools for All Students
Issue Brief
Mark Hines and Jeff Krehely detail why far-reaching federal legislation is needed to protect students, especially LGBT students, from bullying in schools.
The Kids Are Not Alright
Black gay and transgender youth are especially vulnerable to bullying and harassment, writes Danielle Moodie-Mills. Congress needs to pass laws that are inclusive of the needs and safety of all students.
More than a Bully Pulpit
Jeff Krehely examines a new report that details the consequences of bullying among gay and transgender youth that extends well into adulthood, and the legislation that could stop it.
Combating LGBT Youth Homelessness
New legislation from Sen. John Kerry calls for services and support for gay and transgender homeless youth and their families.
There’s No Place Like Home
CAP event examines the importance of family support for LGBT youth and their well-being.
Bullying Should Not Be a Teenage Rite of Passage
Issue Brief
Jerome Hunt examines what state and local school boards, state legislatures, and the federal government are doing about antigay bullying.
Families Matter
Report
New research highlights the importance of family in the lives and health of LGBT youth, write Shannon Minter and Jeff Krehely.
