Teens across the United States are struggling more and more with mental illness and suicide ideation, especially LGBTQ+ teens.
, in 2021, almost half of LGBQ+ students seriously considered attempting suicide, nearly 1 in 4 attempted suicide and nearly 3 in 4 reported persistent feelings of sadness or hopelessness.
, in 2021 more than 1 in 10 LGBQ+ students did not go to school because of safety concerns; nearly 1 in 4 experienced sexual violence and nearly 1 in 4 were bullied at school."People just don't understand it, so they bully you for it," Evans said."Regardless of who you are, you are welcome in that family," he said., which offers resources like a queer closet, where you can dress in whatever clothes you feel most comfortable in.
The center also offers activities for youth each day, peer to peer support groups, and support groups for youth and their parents.
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