Creating a world where LGBTQ+ youth can be safe and supported in all systems of care

The Ruth Ellis Institute centers the experiences of LGBTQ youth to inform and change nation-wide systems of care through education and evaluation.

We do this by:

1. Focusing on restorative collaboration with systems of care.

2. Supporting Family Preservation

3. Prioritizing evidenced-based practices for safety, health, and residential permanency.

4. Believing LGBTQ youth are experts in their own lives.