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Day of Silence Project
The Day of Silence was founded in 1996 at the University of Virginia and grew quickly on college and high school campuses over the next several years. It is now sponsored by GLSEN, and is celebrated in high schools and colleges across the nation. Read more about the Day of Silence and an interview with one of the founders.

Affordable housing opportunities for people living with HIV/AIDS and low income families
The National Affordable Housing Trust Fund Act of 2007 is an all encompassing policy that features protection for low-income families and individuals with HIV/AIDS, and their housing needs.

You Know Different - Youth HIV Social Marketing Campaign
This is the first national social marketing campaign to increase HIV testing among youth and young adults. The Campaign specifically targets African American youth who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or questioning (LGBTQ).

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Coalition Building
Coalitions can play a vital role in educating the community, expressing advocacy for inclusion of programs in schools, and providing and advocating for networks of support and resources for lgbt youth.