Study Finds LGBTQ+ Youth Considering Relocation Due to State Policies

Nearly 40% of LGBTQ+ young people have thought about moving states, citing hostile political climates and restrictive laws as major factors.

A Trevor Project survey of over 18,000 LGBTQ+ youth revealed that 39% have considered relocating due to anti-LGBTQ+ policies in their home states.
Transgender and nonbinary youth are disproportionately affected, with 45% considering moving and 12% traveling across state lines for medical care.
The study highlights a strong correlation between negative state policies and increased mental health struggles among LGBTQ+ youth, with 90% reporting negative impacts from recent politics.
Approximately 266,000 LGBTQ+ young people and family members are estimated to have already relocated due to restrictive laws and policies.
Experts emphasize the importance of inclusive policies, noting that LGBTQ+ youth in states with supportive laws report better well-being and fewer considerations of relocation.