LGBTQ+ Youth Homelessness in Delaware:: Building a Case for Targeted Surveillance and Assessment of LGBTQ+ Youth Needs and Experiences.

Objective: In this article, we examine the issue of LGBTQ+ youth homelessness in Delaware, summarize current services available and prior research work that has been done, examining the number, needs, and experiences of unaccompanied unhoused LGBTQ+ youth.

Methods: We provide a literature review detailing risks associated with LGBTQ+ youth homelessness, resources available, and prior studies and surveys examining this population.

Results: LGBTQ+ youth experiencing homelessness are particularly vulnerable to physical and mental health challenges, abuse, and violence.