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Philly’s At-Risk Youth Need Engagement, Not Criminal Records

The moment I saw the viral Wawa video of a group of Black youths ransacking an outpost of the convenience store in Mayfair, I knew […]

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Yes, You Can Still Support Valley Youth House’s Holiday Giving for LGBTQ Youth

Never underestimate the power of a touching article. Last year, G Philly ran a story about Valley Youth House, a nonprofit working to combat youth […]

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Local Teens Record Audio Tours to Get Youth Interested in Philly’s Museums

Many teenagers would argue that museum tours don’t exactly scream cool … up until now. The Philly museum scene is gaining youth appeal with the […]

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Youth Voices: “Stop Killing My Sisters”

G Philly presents a new collaboration with youth from The Attic Youth Center to spotlight the creative magic and cultural contributions of Philly’s LGBTQ youth […]

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Youth Voices: Meet DVLF’s Youngest 2015 HEROES Honoree

G Philly partnered with The Attic Youth Center to spotlight the creative magic and cultural contributions of Philly’s LGBTQ youth of color. Today, an insightful chit-chat with […]

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Youth Voices: Marcha Pieces Talks About Stereotypes in LGBTQ Youth and Views on Political Justice

G Philly presents a new collaboration with youth from The Attic Youth Center to spotlight the creative magic and cultural contributions of Philly’s LGBTQ youth […]

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Youth Voices: Mckenzie With Some Great Coming-Out Advice and the Impact of #BlackLivesMatter

G Philly presents a new collaboration with youth from The Attic Youth Center to spotlight the creative magic and cultural contributions of Philly’s LGBTQ youth of color. Today, […]

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Philly Black Pride Looking for 2015 LGBTQ Youth Scholarship Recipient

Heads up, local students. Philadelphia Black Pride is on the lookout for the 2015 recipient of their LGBTQ Youth Scholarship. This is the fourth year they’ll […]

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Youth Voices: Dorianne Joseph Talks Misconceptions, Inspirations and His Role as a Mentor to Gay Children

G Philly presents a new collaboration with youth from The Attic Youth Center to spotlight the creative magic and cultural contributions of Philly’s LGBTQ youth of color. Today, […]

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Oprah Rubs Magic Foreskin Cream On Her Face to Look Young

Most Oprah-watchers believe that Oprah Winfrey has had a considerable amount of plastic surgery. She’s 58, with nary a wrinkle on her brow. But maybe, […]

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Watch: Homeless for the Holidays

Rigo is a 20-year-old bisexual Latino man and Marine Corps veteran. But since he was just 14, he’s been living on the streets, often taking […]

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Religious, Young and Queer?

Is it okay to be lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender or queer – and be a Christian? Crystal Cheatham‘s new book IDentity Kit: For Queer Christian Youth, which […]

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Gay Teen No Longer Eagle Scout

Former Eagle Scout Eric Jones was kicked out of Boy Scouts of America this week after coming out.

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The top LGBT news headlines of the week.

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LGBT Youth Orgs to Get a Push

The Spruce Foundation is reaching out to organizations that support LGBT youth. An announcement is expected to be made at this month’s event.