Kicked Out is an anthology being published by Homofactus Press (www.homofactuspress.com) and edited by Sassafras Lowrey (www.pomofreakshow.com). The book brings together the stories of former and current queer youth who have survived the experience of having to leave home as minors as a result of their sexuality and/or gender identity.
Kicked Out has had overwhelming support from diverse youth and former youth from around the world as well as organizations such as NGLTF, PFLAG, Sylvia’s Place, Family Builders, and Judy Shepard (mother of Matthew Shepard) who has graciously volunteered to write the foreword for the anthology
"Kicked OUT" gives voice to the often forgotten members of the LGBTQ community—those whom for their very survival, have been forced to fend for themselves as a result of their gender and sexuality. Despite broader acceptance of LGBT people, queer youth continue to face a world, which is often hostile and dangerous.
Who I'd like to meet: Current and former queer youth who experienced being kicked out as a result of their gender identity and/or sexual orientation who wish to share part of their experience in the pages of this anthology.
Allies who have supported youth who have experienced homelessness as a result of coming out as queer
JOY 94.9 Australia's first gay and lesbian radio station invited editor Sassafras Lowrey to speak about queer youth homelessness and the 'Kicked Out' anthology
The interview can be found here:
http://www.homofactuspress.com/2007/11/13/kicked-out-editor-interviewd-by-aussie-radio/
May 2008 Zinecore Radio Show asked Sassafras to talk about hir history as an active zinester and transition to author. Ze also speaks about the 'Kicked Out' anthology and hir collection of short stories 'GSA to Marriage: Stories of a Life Lived Queerly' Ze is the second guest on the show, and you can listen to the entire show here!
About this page: I have been very active in Domestic Violence causes all of my adult life. I noticed a need in the world pertaining to Same Sex Domestic Violence. It happens more than people know. Unfortunately there are a number of gay people who barely consider themselves worthy or valued as a gay person much less a Domestic Violence Victim. There are also very limited resources, statistics, or information, for Same Sex Domestic Violence. Hopefully through empowerment and education we can change some of this. :D
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