“Violence against oppressed communities and identities is directly linked to the normalization of the systematic dehumanization of groups of people that brings down the barriers to violence and harm.” In 2023, we have witnessed an insurmountable amount of suffering and … Read More
As November begins, we come together to observe National Homeless Youth Awareness Month with unwavering determination to ensure every young person has access to safe, affordable, and sustainable housing. In the United States, a staggering 4.2 million youth experience homelessness … Read More
For months, Congress and the White House have been in opposition on FY2024’s budget asks. Until the last minute, many thought the government would shut down because of the lack of consensus on the bill. Yet, to avert the shutdown, … Read More
The Youth Action Summit has drawn to a close, leaving us brimming with inspiration and hope for a brighter future. From empowering discussions to hands-on workshops, we’ve harnessed the power of advocacy like never before. We’ve built connections, shared stories, … Read More
True Colors United is deeply disturbed and outraged by the murder of Jordan Neely on Monday, May 1, 2023 on the F train in Manhattan. Neely was crying out, “I don’t have food, I don’t have a drink, I’m … Read More
One of the most needed, and overlooked, economic resources to support young people is inclusive information around financial literacy. In this blog, we will focus on the importance of building a credit score and tips for navigating financial institutions … Read More
Here at True Colors United, we know that making a commitment to justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion is an active choice that becomes an ongoing journey. The desire and passion to further our equity work is an incredibly brave and … Read More
True Colors United is deeply disturbed by the death of 29-year-old Tyre Nichols at the hands of police in Memphis, Tennessee. We extend our sincere sympathies to everyone impacted by yet another Black life taken this way. When we launched … Read More
This dangerous and extreme decision overturns 50 years of precedent and will have a devastating impact on youth experiencing homelessness. True Colors United condemns today’s Supreme Court decision to overturn the Constitutional right to an abortion. The burden of this … Read More
Overturning Roe v Wade will have devastating effects on people of color, LGBTQ+ people, and people experiencing homelessness. Update: On June 24, 2022, the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade – erasing the Constitutional right to an abortion. When … Read More