Research Lab

LGBTQ+ Young People Survey

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In response to today’s challenging environment for queer and trans young people, the Wanda Alston Foundation is releasing a community survey between March and April to identify and analyze the urgent issues facing young people in DC ages 18 to 30.

This research initiative is made possible by support from the Mayor's Office of LGBTQ+ Affairs and from professors at Loyola Marymount University and Johns Hopkins University.

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Goals

  • Identify the social, economic and health conditions and challenges of LGBTQ+ young people. 

  • Document disparities by race, gender identity, sexual orientation, housing status, and employment status.

  • Inform policy, program design and funding priorities for LGBTQ+ youth services.   

Timeline
March & April 2026

  • The survey will be fielded out to the community. 

  • At least 100 respondents will complete the survey, reflecting the diversity of LGBTQ+ young people.

May 2026 

  • The Foundation, with support from Professor Gabriele Magni, Loyola Marymount University, and other stakeholders, will develop a report analyzing the findings.   

June 2026 

  • An Out & Counted Report will be released.

  • The Foundation, in partnership with community, will host an event to discuss the major findings.