Pushed (back) in the Closet: Research Findings on the Safety Needs of LGBTTIQQ2S Women and Trans Communities of Toronto report

Focuses on violence and fear of violence in public spaces in the City of Toronto.

Opening text: “This research report summarizes findings of an online survey conducted to assess the safety needs of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transsexual, transgender, intersex, queer, questioning, and two-spirited (LGBTTIQQ2S) women and trans individuals in the City of Toronto. The purpose of the report is
to: gain a general understanding of women’s and trans communities’ experience with and fear of violence in public spaces within the City of Toronto, and use the information to develop and enhance safety resources for these communities.”

Released: 2009

Length: 38 pages

Language: English

Funding provided by Community One Foundation