We work to interrupt the cycles of poverty and criminalization that prevent homeless and street-involved young people from living fulfilling lives free from discrimination, abuse, and oppression.
FYP HELPS YOUTH EXPERIENCING HOMELESSNESS, AND LGBTQ+ YOUTH IN PARTICULAR, OVERCOME LEGAL BARRIERS SO THEY CAN THRIVE.
Immigration
Represent undocumented youth experiencing homelessness in NYC to obtain legal immigration status
Affirming Identity Documents
Help youth of all genders obtain legal name changes and ID documents that reflect their new name and gender marker
Shelter and Support
Help young people access the shelter and public benefits to which they are entitled
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Recent Press
Equitable Dress Codes for TGNCNBI Students in NYC Schools
NYC City Council Committee on Education Hearing
Read FYP's City Council Testimony regarding the DOE's dress code policies. While these policies are intended to 'protect students' education,' biased interpretations of this language have sexualized and criminalized students, particularly trans and cis girls, TGNCNBI students, students of color, and low-income students.
Mayor Adams Appoints Ronald Porcelli As Director Of NYC Unity Project
Harlem World
“On behalf of the Free to Be Youth Project, we are pleased to congratulate Ronald on this appointment,” said Amy Leipziger, project director, Free to Be Youth Project. “Ronald has dedicated their career to uplifting the needs, and voices, of the diverse LGBTQ+ community in New York City."The Cost of Being Myself: Cosmetics and Gender-Affirming Care
Ms. Magazine
"From physical safety to job security, how your present yourself to the world is critical. To transgender and other LGBTQ+ youth...beauty products like makeup or haircare are neither optional nor frivolous expenses." -Op-ed by Amy Leipziger, Director, Free to Be Youth ProjectCONTACT
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Main Office
40 Rector Street, 9th FloorNew York, NY 10006
Telephone: 877-716-1446
Email: fyp@urbanjustice.org
Hours
M-F: 9:00am – 6:00pm
