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FACTS:

Half of all lesbian and gay youth interviewed report that their parents rejected them due to their sexual orientation.

Twenty-six percent of gay youth are forced to leave home because of conflicts with their families over their sexual identities

Up to half of the gay/bisexual males forced out of their homes engage in prostitution to support themselves, greatly increasing their risk for HIV infection.

In a study of self-identified lesbian and gay youth in NYC, 41% reported suffering violence from their families, peers, or strangers.

Of the violent incidents, 46% were directly gay-related and primarily perpetuated by family members.

PFLAG
(Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays)

This is a support program for family and friends of lesbians, gays and bisexual persons. These groups are free and can be found in almost every major city throughout the U.S., as well as some smaller cities. Groups are started by local parents and friends and supported by the national office located in Washington, D.C. Contact the national office, or visit their web site for information about the nearest support group to you.

PFLAGNTL@aol.com.

Current List of US & Canadian PFLAG chapters:
http://www.critpath.org/pflag-talk/chapters
http://www.pflag.org/

Another great on-line support for parents of GLBT youth is:
Common Bond

This is a good resource for Children of Lesbians and Gays:
COLAGE (Children of Lesbians and Gays Everywhere)
2300 Market St. #165
San Francisco, CA 94114
PHONE: (415) 861-KIDS FAX: (415) 255-8345 or Email
COLAGE is a broad-based support and advocacy organization run by and for
daughters and sons of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender parents.

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