Data & Research Sources

Safe Schools South Florida is committed to using accurate, up-to-date, and reliable data to inform our programs, advocacy, and grant applications. Below is a list of trusted sources we reference when presenting statistics on youth, education, mental health, and the impact of affirming spaces on student well-being.

LGBTQ+ Youth & Mental Health

• The Trevor Project – National Survey on LGBTQ Youth Mental Health
  • Annual report providing insights into the mental health, well-being, and experiences of LGBTQ+ youth.
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• The Trevor Project – State-Level LGBTQ Youth Data
  • New state-specific research on LGBTQ+ youth mental health, victimization, and access to support.
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• GLSEN – National School Climate Survey
  • A comprehensive study on the school experiences of LGBTQ+ students, including bullying, harassment, and the effects of inclusive policies.
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• GLSEN Florida Snapshot – 2019
  • A Florida-specific analysis of LGBTQ+ student experiences, including bullying rates and school climate data.
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• Human Rights Campaign (HRC) – LGBTQ+ Youth Reports
  • Reports on the lived experiences of LGBTQ+ youth, including issues related to mental health, family acceptance, and school safety.
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• CDC – Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance System (YRBSS)
  • National data on youth behaviors, including mental health, substance use, and experiences of discrimination among LGBTQ+ students.
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LGBTQ+ Youth & Mental Health

• National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) – School Crime and Safety Reports
  • Data on bullying, harassment, and school climate affecting LGBTQ+ students.
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• American Psychological Association (APA) – LGBTQ+ Inclusive Education Research
  • Studies on the importance of affirming curricula, safe spaces, and teacher training for LGBTQ+ youth.
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• Williams Institute – UCLA School of Law
  • Research on policies affecting LGBTQ+ students and the impact of inclusive school policies.
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Social & Emotional Learning (SEL) & Student Well-Being

• Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning (CASEL)
  • Research and best practices for implementing SEL programs that support all students, including LGBTQ+ youth.
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• Annie E. Casey Foundation – Kids Count Data Center
  • National and state-level data on child well-being, including LGBTQ+ youth experiences.
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Health, Homelessness, & At-Risk Youth

• True Colors United – LGBTQ+ Youth Homelessness Research
  • Reports on the intersection of LGBTQ+ identity and youth homelessness, with policy recommendations.
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• National Alliance to End Homelessness – Youth Homelessness Reports
  • Research on the prevalence and causes of homelessness among LGBTQ+ youth.
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• The Williams Institute – LGBTQ+ Economic and Health Disparities
  • Data on the impact of economic inequality, healthcare access, and homelessness on LGBTQ+ individuals.
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• Miami-Dade County & LGBT Chamber of Commerce – 2020 Census Report
  • Local demographic and economic data on Miami-Dade’s LGBTQ+ population.
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Policy & Legal Protections for LGBTQ+ Students

• Movement Advancement Project (MAP) – LGBTQ+ Policy Tracker
  • A comprehensive analysis of laws and policies affecting LGBTQ+ youth across the U.S.
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• Lambda Legal – LGBTQ+ Rights in Schools
  • Legal resources and data on discrimination protections for LGBTQ+ students.
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• American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) – LGBTQ+ Students’ Rights
  • Research and legal cases related to LGBTQ+ rights in education.
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