There’s no data on how many LGBTQ youths (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning) are in Maryland’s foster-care system. An effeminate gay boy was kicked out of his foster home, and his foster parents paid him $25 to $50 ($32 to $65 Cdn.) A bisexual teen who came out to her foster parents says they have refused to look her in the eyes since. The Human Rights Campaign says 21 states have policies or laws barring discrimination against foster youths based on sexual orientation. The teen is now incarcerated for soliciting sex — which is not uncommon among homeless transgender youths.

Source: thestar August 28, 2016 22:30 UTC