A new shelter for transgender and gender-nonconforming individuals has opened in Long Island City, Queens, named Ace's Place. Managed by Destination Tomorrow, it has a capacity of 150 people and aims to address homelessness in this demographic. The opening reflects a commitment from the city to support vulnerable populations. Sean Ebony Coleman, the founder of Destination Tomorrow, highlighted the importance of this initiative amidst growing challenges faced by trans Americans. The shelter's opening aligns with city efforts to provide safe spaces for marginalized communities, especially as many transgender individuals face homelessness.
Ace's Place, the first city-funded shelter specifically for transgender and gender-nonconforming people in the nation, opened in Long Island City, Queens.
Managed by Destination Tomorrow, Ace's Place will serve 150 people, bolstering the city's capacity to support trans and gender-nonconforming individuals experiencing homelessness.
Coleman emphasized that the opening of Ace's Place represents a significant step forward for a community facing increasing attacks and discrimination.
According to the 2022 U.S. Transgender Survey, nearly one-third of trans Americans have faced homelessness during their lives, stemming from various forms of discrimination.
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