Pride Institute
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Resource: Avenues for Youth
Resource: Avenues for Youth
Resource: Avenues for Youth
Thursday 30th June 2022
Ryan Berg, Program Manager of Avenues for Youth, discusses supporting homeless LGBTQ+ youth and creating safe spaces on 'Proud Voices'.
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Get the buttons here!Creating Safe Havens: Ryan Berg on Supporting Homeless LGBTQ+ Youth
All the programming there is youth-determined. It's been pretty powerful to bear witness to that transformational change.
Ever wondered how you can make a difference in the lives of homeless LGBTQ+ youth? In this episode of 'Proud Voices', co-hosts Kaylee Hoaby and Luke Miller chat with Ryan Berg, the Program Manager of Avenues for Youth, a Minneapolis-based non-profit dedicated to helping homeless youth aged 16 to 24. Ryan, who has also penned the non-fiction book 'No House to Call My Home', shares his wealth of experience from working with disowned LGBTQ teenagers in New York City.
He opens up about the importance of creating safe spaces and resources for these young individuals, especially those who also belong to BIPOC communities. Ryan's insights offer a deep dive into the unique challenges faced by LGBTQ+ youth and how allies can step up to support programs like Avenues for Youth. If you're looking to understand more about the intersection of homelessness and LGBTQ+ issues, and how you can contribute to making a positive impact, this episode is a must-listen.