Growing Up LGBT in America: Key Findings The deck is stacked
against young people growing up lesbian, gay, bisexual or
transgender in America. Official government discrimination or
indifference along with social ostracism leaves many teens
disaffected and disconnected in their own homes and
neighborhoods. With an increase in public awareness about anti-
LGBT bullying and harassment and the strikingly high number of
LGBT youth who are homeless, in foster care, or living in high-
risk situations, it is critical that we get a better
understanding of the experiences, needs, and concerns of LGBT
youth. HRC’s report, Growing Up LGBT in America, is a
groundbreaking survey of more than 10,000 LGBT-identified youth
ages 13-17. It provides a stark picture of the difficulties they
face -- the impact on their well-being is profound, however
these youth are quite resilient. They find safe havens among
their peers, online and in their schools. They remain optimistic
and believe things will get better. Nevertheless, the findi