Honoring Ruth Ellis’s Legacy: By Protecting LGBTQ+ Youth Today

In this episode of Speaking for Kids, host Bianca Miles sits down with a representative from the Ruth Ellis Center to honor the legacy of Ruth Ellis and explore the challenges LGBTQ+ youth continue to face today. Recorded during Pride Month, this conversation highlights the importance of creating safe, affirming spaces for young people and the critical role families play in supporting their well-being. Together, they discuss the stigma and barriers many LGBTQ+ youth encounter, including the heartbreaking reality that some young people leave or are forced from their homes because of a lack of acceptance. The episode also offers practical insights on how families, communities, and advocates can help foster belonging, strengthen support systems, and ensure all young people have the opportunity to thrive.