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In 2000 Stonewall Housing collaborated with the National Centre for Social Research to carry out research into homelessness amongst gay and lesbian young people.

The research had three main aims:

To investigate the causes of homelessness for young lesbians and gay men
To explore the nature of homelessness as experienced by lesbian and gay youth
To consider broad strategies for tackling the issue amongst this minority group

The study was based in four urban areas, chosen to reflect diverse demographic circumstances, different levels of homelessness and varied lesbian and gay infrastructure. In each area, homelessness agencies, housing providers, and lesbian and gay organisations were consulted. In addition, a cross-section of young lesbians and gay men aged 15 to 24 from a diverse range of backgrounds and circumstances were interviewed about their experience of housing crisis.

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Reference:

Stonewall Housing and National Centre for Social Research (2001), Meeting the needs of homeless lesbian and gay youth
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