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This year, we’ve reformed the Index to focus on unhoused youth and young adults (YYA), aligning it with their experiences and policy needs. Shifting from harm reduction to transformative change, some jurisdictions may see lower scores than before. This is a deliberate strategy, not a setback. Lower scores should motivate, not discourage, jurisdictions. They present an opportunity to adopt policies that effectively tackle and prevent youth homelessness, fostering meaningful progress.
Training Required for Youth Homelessness Providers
- Anti-oppressive
- Homelessness services
Training Required for Youth Homelessness Providers
The jurisdiction requires initial and ongoing comprehensive LGBTQ+, anti-racist, culturally responsive, and trauma-informed competence training for all staff operating homelessness services for youth and young adults.
| Key | Metric Score | Type of Policy | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5 | Transformative Edge | The jurisdiction requires initial AND ongoing training in at least two of the competencies described above | |
| 1.0 | Reform | The jurisdiction requires initial training in at least two of the competencies described above | |
| 0.5 | Harm Reduction | The jurisdiction requires training on one of the competencies described above | |
| 0.0 | Status Quo | There is optional training on one or more of the competencies | |
| -0.5 | Harmful | The jurisdiction does not require training | |
| -1 | Violent | The jurisdiction prohibits anti-racist, LGBTQ+, or other anti-oppressive training | |
| No Data | No Data | No Data |
Cite: National Homelessness Law Center and True Colors United. "Youth Homelessness Index, Training Required for Youth Homelessness Providers" https://youthhomelessnessindex.org/maps/training-required-for-providers/. Accessed: January 10, 2026.
Anti-Oppression
(racism, ableism, anti-trans/queerness, etc.)
Anti-oppression is an essential component of creating a just and equitable society. It is crucial to acknowledge the systemic oppression faced by marginalized communities, including racism, ableism, anti-trans/queerness, and other forms of oppression. In the context of housing, these oppressions manifest in various ways, such as discriminatory rental practices, inaccessible housing for people with disabilities, and harassment and violence against marginalized communities.
To combat these injustices, it is essential to implement anti-oppressive policies and practices in the housing sector. This includes creating inclusive housing policies that prioritize the needs of marginalized communities, providing accessible housing for people with disabilities, and addressing discrimination and harassment through legal measures. By prioritizing anti-oppression in housing, we can create a more just and equitable society where everyone has access to safe and affordable housing, regardless of their identity or background.
These maps are provided as legal information only and should not be used as legal advice for your specific situation. If you need help with any of the issues described on this website, please check out the Homeless Youth Legal Network (HYLN) directory OR email or call HYLN for help finding a referral to a lawyer.Â
