Youth-Serving Organizations’ Inclusivity of LGBTQ Newcomers in Canada – A Content Analysis

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Date

2021-03-09

Authors

Flett, Joseph

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Journal of Gay & Lesbian Social Services

Abstract

For LGBTQ newcomer youth lacking support at home and in school, youth-serving organizations provide various services and socialization that can effectively address their challenges. In a two-stage content analysis, this study explored LGBTQ newcomer inclusivity in 39 youth-serving organizations in Toronto and Vancouver, as well as programs and services offered to this subpopulation specifically. Stage 1 findings demonstrate that few organizations displayed inclusion of, and supports for, LGBTQ newcomers. Stage 2 findings show that programs and services offered to this subpopulation can be categorized into four themes: cultural and linguistic sensitivity, skills development & education, socialization & community connections, and health & well-being. Recommendations for best practices are discussed.

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LGBT, Newcomer, Youth, Mental health, Youth organizations, Inclusivity

Citation

Flett, J. (2021). Youth-serving organizations’ inclusivity of LGBTQ newcomers in Canada-A content analysis. Journal of Gay & Lesbian Social Services, 33(3), 356–375. https://doi.org/10.1080/10538720.2021.1893242