Approximately 65% of Black Americans identified themselves as supporters of Black LGBTQ+ people and rights, including 57% of Black Americans who go to church, according to a new study by the National Black Justice Coalition (NBJC).
The majority of respondents expressed concern for suicide rates among Black LGBTQ+ children, including 47% of respondents who self-identified as opponents of LGBTQ+ rights.
Advocates are using this research to create better safe spaces for Black LGBTQ+ youth. The study's key findings emphasized the shared desire of Black individuals, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity, to combat threats against their community.
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