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Economic Times
6 days ago
- General
- Economic Times
New York makes history with nation's first trans-only homeless shelter — here's what it means
A Milestone in Trans-Affirming Housing Wraparound Services and Affirming Support Live Events Meeting an Urgent Need FAQs: (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel New York City has opened the nation's first city-funded homeless shelter exclusively for transgender and gender nonconforming (TGNC) adults. Named Ace's Place, the 150 bed facility is located in Long Island City, Queens, and is being operated by Destination Tomorrow , a Bronx-based LGBTQ+ launch marks a major step toward addressing the long standing housing inequities faced by TGNC individuals, who often experience higher rates of homelessness, discrimination in traditional shelters, and barriers to essential Place was created in response to a 2021 legal settlement that required New York City to develop dedicated housing options for TGNC people experiencing homelessness. Previously, the city provided limited support through scattered placements in shelters that were not specifically designed to meet the needs of trans individuals. Officials describe the opening of this new facility as a landmark investment in dignity and safety for one of the city's most marginalized than just a shelter, Ace's Place offers wraparound services tailored to TGNC adults. Residents will have access to job training, GED preparation, mental health counseling, and legal aid. The shelter will also assist with gender-affirming documentation and healthcare Ebony Coleman, the executive director of Destination Tomorrow, emphasized that the shelter is named after his mother, 'Ace,' and stands as a tribute to her strength and compassion.'This space is not just about a bed,' said Coleman. 'It's about restoring people's humanity and helping them rebuild their lives in an environment that affirms who they are.'According to national surveys, a significant percentage of trans people experience homelessness in their lifetime, often due to family rejection or unsafe shelter conditions. City officials say Ace's Place is only the beginning of a broader push to build more inclusive support York City Mayor Eric Adams praised the project, stating that the city 'must lead with compassion and create spaces where all New Yorkers feel safe and supported regardless of their gender identity.'A1. Ace's Place is the first city funded homeless shelter in the U.S. exclusively for transgender and gender nonconforming adults. It's located in Long Island City, Queens.A2. It provides a vital lifeline to one of the most vulnerable populations in NYC. The shelter also symbolizes progress toward equity and dignity in public services.
Time of India
6 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
New York makes history with nation's first trans-only homeless shelter — here's what it means
New York City has opened the nation's first city-funded homeless shelter exclusively for transgender and gender nonconforming (TGNC) adults. Named Ace's Place, the 150 bed facility is located in Long Island City, Queens, and is being operated by Destination Tomorrow , a Bronx-based LGBTQ+ nonprofit. The launch marks a major step toward addressing the long standing housing inequities faced by TGNC individuals, who often experience higher rates of homelessness, discrimination in traditional shelters, and barriers to essential services. Productivity Tool Zero to Hero in Microsoft Excel: Complete Excel guide By Metla Sudha Sekhar View Program Finance Introduction to Technical Analysis & Candlestick Theory By Dinesh Nagpal View Program Finance Financial Literacy i e Lets Crack the Billionaire Code By CA Rahul Gupta View Program Digital Marketing Digital Marketing Masterclass by Neil Patel By Neil Patel View Program Finance Technical Analysis Demystified- A Complete Guide to Trading By Kunal Patel View Program Productivity Tool Excel Essentials to Expert: Your Complete Guide By Study at home View Program Artificial Intelligence AI For Business Professionals Batch 2 By Ansh Mehra View Program A Milestone in Trans-Affirming Housing Ace's Place was created in response to a 2021 legal settlement that required New York City to develop dedicated housing options for TGNC people experiencing homelessness. Previously, the city provided limited support through scattered placements in shelters that were not specifically designed to meet the needs of trans individuals. Officials describe the opening of this new facility as a landmark investment in dignity and safety for one of the city's most marginalized populations. Wraparound Services and Affirming Support More than just a shelter, Ace's Place offers wraparound services tailored to TGNC adults. Residents will have access to job training, GED preparation, mental health counseling, and legal aid. The shelter will also assist with gender-affirming documentation and healthcare navigation. Sean Ebony Coleman, the executive director of Destination Tomorrow, emphasized that the shelter is named after his mother, 'Ace,' and stands as a tribute to her strength and compassion. Live Events 'This space is not just about a bed,' said Coleman. 'It's about restoring people's humanity and helping them rebuild their lives in an environment that affirms who they are.' Meeting an Urgent Need According to national surveys, a significant percentage of trans people experience homelessness in their lifetime, often due to family rejection or unsafe shelter conditions. City officials say Ace's Place is only the beginning of a broader push to build more inclusive support systems. New York City Mayor Eric Adams praised the project, stating that the city 'must lead with compassion and create spaces where all New Yorkers feel safe and supported regardless of their gender identity.' FAQs: Q1. What is Ace's Place? A1. Ace's Place is the first city funded homeless shelter in the U.S. exclusively for transgender and gender nonconforming adults. It's located in Long Island City, Queens. Q2. How does Ace's Place impact the LGBTQ+ community? A2. It provides a vital lifeline to one of the most vulnerable populations in NYC. The shelter also symbolizes progress toward equity and dignity in public services.
