Youth Story: Adrianna
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The Attic saved my life, and allowed me to realize exactly who I am- a proud interracial bisexual woman.
Youth Story: Robert
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I am extremely grateful for all that The Attic has done for me and for everyone else. I consider The Attic my home, more so than the actual house that I live in. I hope that other LGBTQ youth make the decision, like I did, to come to The Attic and get involved, cause it will change their life for the better.
Alumni Story: Tonia
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You are now and always will be innovators, educators, thinkers, and change makers. You are set for living a life of purpose thanks to The Attic Youth Center.
Youth Story: Stuart
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I made a bunch of new friends and learned a lot about being true to who I am and not changing yourself for anyone.
Youth Story: Oberon
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The Attic has helped me to love and accept myself in totality, and not feel like I have to change.
Youth Story: Giselle
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My experience here has taught me that even I, as a high school student, can have a positive impact on the city and the lives of others.
Youth Story: Andre
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The Attic has become very important to me as a place to connect with other young African American gay men, as well as other LGBT organizations in the community.
Youth Story: Kevin
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Go to the Attic; I think you might find something there you’ll like. And it might even be you.
Youth Story: Alannah
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I realized that there was a whole community that would support me for who I am, and I finally began to fully accept myself.
Youth Story: Khalil
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Thanks to the support I receive everyday at The Attic, I am still in high school and I am on track to graduate.