Building a future where no young person experiences homelessness.
The National Network for Youth is the nation’s leading network dedicated to preventing and ending youth and young adult homelessness. We advance effective policies, strengthen communities, elevate youth leadership, and build cross-system solutions so every young person has the opportunity to thrive with safe housing, supportive relationships, and the resources they need to succeed.
Know Your Rights Toolkit for Youth Experiencing Homelessness
As a young person experiencing homelessness in the United States, you have legal rights. This toolkit was developed by and for youth ages 13 to 25 who are experiencing homelessness without a parent or guardian to help you understand your rights and how to advocate for yourself when your instincts are telling you something is wrong.
I AM HERE: Vital Document Legal Hotline for Youth
This is a free, dedicated legal assistance hotline for youth experiencing homelessness to help obtain essential identification and vital documents. Getting vital documents like IDs and birth certificates shouldn’t be hard, but for young people experiencing homelessness, it often is. Every state is different, adding more barriers for youth in tough situations.
