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Whether it's in the hallways at school or in out-of-home care settings, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning (LGBTQ) youth are at risk for harassment, bullying and discrimination and are too often neglected and unprotected by the institutions responsible for their care. Through our Youth in Out-Of-Home Care Project and through advocacy on behalf of youth in schools, Lambda Legal works to ensure that all LGBTQ young people can be safe, respected and free from discrimination and harassment.

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