Kelly Clarkson hosted a discussion on her show highlighting the importance of empowering LGBTQ+ voices in light of recent political challenges. She welcomed Laverne Cox and Carla Smith, CEO of the LGBT Community Center in New York City, who emphasized the center's role in providing safe spaces and support services since its establishment during the AIDS epidemic. Smith noted how crucial these services are now, especially when facing backlash from political actions, as exemplified by recent executive orders under Donald Trump's administration that have threatened LGBTQ+ rights.
The center really has been designed and set up to provide empowering services to the LGBTQ community, making sure that people have access to safe spaces.
There's a thought line, right? That sort of carries us forward... we provide mental health services ... we do survivors' support services, substance use services, HIV prevention, and work with youth.
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