A Real Talk for Youth Finding Their Place in the World When most people hear the word “homeless,” they picture someone sleeping under a bridge, in a tunnel, on a street bench, or in an abandoned building. But here’s the truth: you don’t have to live on the streets to be homeless. Homelessness can meanContinue reading “You Don’t Have to Live on the Streets to Be Homeless”
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Share Your Story: Empower LGBTQ+ Youth Facing Homelessness Through Voice and Visibility
“At Kenneth and Jacob’s House, community stories are powerful catalysts for change. We believe that every lived experience carries the potential to inspire hope, drive awareness, and spark action. That is why we are launching a Call for Stories aimed specifically at LGBTQ+ youth navigating the harsh realities of homelessness and housing insecurity.“ Why Your Story MattersContinue reading “Share Your Story: Empower LGBTQ+ Youth Facing Homelessness Through Voice and Visibility”
OUR INTAKE PROCESS
Supporting Homeless and At-Risk LGBTQ+ Youth (Aged 18-27) At Kenneth and Jacob’s House, we follow a structured and compassionate intake process designed to ensure every young person receives personalized care, support, and dignity. Our approach begins by working closely with partner agencies and outreach workers to identify youth in need and continues through tailored case management andContinue reading “OUR INTAKE PROCESS”
Building Collective Voices: Our Community Engagement on the Universal Periodic Review (UPR)
On 6th June 2025, we had the privilege of bringing together a diverse group of LGBTQIA+ community members, activists, and grassroots leaders for a community engagement workshop focused on the Universal Periodic Review (UPR) process. It wasn’t just another meeting, it was a powerful moment of shared learning, reflection, and organising. For many of us,Continue reading “Building Collective Voices: Our Community Engagement on the Universal Periodic Review (UPR)”
Resilience in Action: Celebrating Progress and Hope on World Homeless Day and World Mental Health Day
“As we observe World Homeless Day and World Mental Health Day, we at Kenneth and Jacobs House take this moment to reflect on our journey over the past three years and to honor the resilience of the LGBTQIA+ youth we serve. Today, we are proud to launch our annual report, “Resilience in Action: Annual ReportContinue reading “Resilience in Action: Celebrating Progress and Hope on World Homeless Day and World Mental Health Day”
Support Kenyan LGBTQ+ Youth Experiencing Homelessness
Support Kenyan LGBTQ+ Youth Experiencing Homelessness For over five years, True Colors United has been fostering meaningful partnerships with individuals and organizations at the forefront of the fight against homelessness across various regions, from Eastern Europe to East Africa. Now, we’re focusing our efforts on supporting Kenneth and Jacob’s House (KJHouse), the first LGBTQ+ youthContinue reading “Support Kenyan LGBTQ+ Youth Experiencing Homelessness”
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