Lacey was recently at-risk of homelessness because her family would not accept her LGBTQIA identity. Her perseverance allowed her to find safety and reach her goal to graduate high school and attend college.
Elena's Story: Conquering Fears and Triumphing
Elena worked with LCYC’s Director of Legal Services for the King County Youth Homelessness Program, Rhea Yo to resolve issues related to criminal charges, domestic violence, immigration, and debt.
Pro Bono Champion: Silvia Gaydac
The Importance of Minor Consent
Macy’s Story: A Resolve to Succeed
Macy worked with LCYC’s Benton-Franklin County Youth Homelessness Program Staff Attorney, Sarah Zimmerman to overcome barriers to accessing education and to complete the emancipation process during the last year.
Welcome LCYC's Newest Board Members
2021 Year In Review
Lindsey’s Story: Resilient in the Face of Adversity
Meet Our Board Chair: Lily Clifton
Invisible & Inaccessible: Young People's Perceptions of Civil Legal Aid
For the last two years, LCYC staff attorney Candice Dundy carried out a project to hear from young people of color ways to improve their awareness of, access to, and experiences with civil legal aid. The written report of the youth's perceptions and recommendations is now available!