Erasure and Resilience: Today’s Story of Latinx People in America

Read the report that delivers eye-opening insight on Latinx LGBTQ youth in U.S. Schools, conducted by GLSEN, the Hispanic Federation, and UnidosUS.

Published May 9, 2023 | 1 min read

Key Points

  • Over half of Latinx LGBTQ students (54.9%) felt unsafe at school because of their sexual orientation
  • Over a third of Latinx LGBTQ students (35.0%) reported missing at least one day of school in the last month because they felt unsafe or uncomfortable
  • The vast majority of Latinx LGBTQ students (97.3%) could identify at least one supportive staff member at school, but only 40.4% could identify many supportive staff

Erasure and Resilience: The Experiences of LGBTQ Students of Colour 2020 report from GLSEN, the Hispanic Federation and UnidosUS highlights the challenges faced by Latinx communities in the U.S. and their resilience in the face of adversity.

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The report provides insights into issues such as immigration, healthcare, education, and employment that affect Latinx communities. It also identifies the ways in which Latinx people have been disproportionately impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic and calls for action to address these disparities.

Despite these challenges, the report also highlights the resilience and strength of Latinx communities and the contributions they make to American society. The report provides a call to action for policymakers, advocates, and community leaders to work together to address the issues facing Latinx communities and promote equity and justice for all.

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