Ruth Ellis Center

Ruth Ellis Center provides comprehensive, trauma-informed services designed specifically for LGBTQ+ youth and young adults in Highland Park, MI and the surrounding region. Since its establishment in 1999, the organization has built a national reputation for quality and innovation in addressing the complex needs of vulnerable populations. The center specializes in serving young people experiencing homelessness, those involved in the child welfare system, and LGBTQ+ individuals facing barriers to health and wellbeing, with particular emphasis on young people of color. Ruth Ellis Center's evidence-based approach combines professional expertise with community-centered care, ensuring that each young person receives individualized support tailored to their unique circumstances. The organization's commitment to trauma-informed practice means that all services are delivered with deep understanding of how adverse experiences impact development and healing. By focusing on building opportunities for LGBTQ+ young people to envision and create positive futures, Ruth Ellis Center addresses not only immediate needs but also long-term wellbeing and stability. The center's services extend across multiple dimensions of support, recognizing that sustainable change requires comprehensive intervention. Operating from Highland Park, Michigan, Ruth Ellis Center continues to expand its impact through innovative programming and partnerships that strengthen the broader support network for LGBTQ+ youth throughout the region.