Celebrating Pride, Recognizing Barriers

As Atlanta celebrates Pride this October, it is important to note that LGBTQ+ equality intersects with racial and economic justice. LGBTQ+ youth and people of color, in particular, can face overlapping barriers to stable housing, employment, and economic security. For some youth, family rejection can also lead to housing instability or homelessness. Pride invites us to celebrate progress while learning more about those in our community whose race, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity can make finding a safe and stable place to call home especially difficult. This month, take some time to learn more about these intersections and the organizations working to create greater opportunity, security, and belonging.

Learn more by checking out these organizations: YouthPride — supporting and empowering LGBTQ+ youth; Atlanta Black Pride — addressing the intersection of racial and LGBTQ+ justice, including economic opportunity and youth housing; and Lost-n-Found Youth — serving LGBTQ+ young people experiencing homelessness

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