City Quote by Linda Perry
“The L.A. Gay & Lesbian Center has this wonderful program where they take in the youth, feed them, help them learn how to cook, clean, they help them get jobs, help them learn how to save their money, and they have shelters all over the city.”
About This Quote
A community program provides youth with shelter, food, skills, and employment support.
In simple terms: A program helps homeless youth with basic needs and skills.
Support and empower vulnerable youth.
Themes
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Type
When to use this quote
- nonprofit work
- policy development
- volunteerism
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can communities sustain such programs?
- What additional services would benefit these youths?
Funding and resources can be limited.