About Us
Pride is about more than just the events and rainbow-themed decorations, Pride is about the affirmation, dignity, and equality of LGBTQ2S+ people.
One in five young people in the juvenile justice system identifies as LGBTQ2S+, but often their unique needs are not being met by our systems. The Pride Justice Resource Center endeavors to affirm justice-involved LGBTQ2S+ youth and ensure they are treated with dignity and respect through resources, training, and technical assistance.
Vision and Mission
Vision
A juvenile justice system that meets the unique needs of LGBTQ2S+ youth and ensures that LGBTQ2S+ youth are treated with dignity and respect.
Mission
Improve and strengthen overall outcomes for justice-involved LGBTQ2S+ youth by developing, housing, and promoting resources for professionals and community-based stakeholders involved in the juvenile justice system.
Language
Language around sexual orientation, gender identity, and expression are ever evolving. The acronym below is designed to be inclusive of all identities.
Lesbian
Lesbian
Bisexual
Transgender
Queer/Questioning
Two-Spirit
Other Identities, Orientations