Metro areas like the Twin Cities are often viewed as havens for progressive ideology and social acceptance. While this can be true, queer youth, even in the most progressive cities and states, still struggle to feel accepted. It’s even more challenging in smaller cities like Duluth and Cloquet.

Community relationships are critical for young people living in hostile places or with families which fail to understand their identity. For many, the internet is not just a place to socialize; it's a lifeline. It's where they find understanding, support, resources, and a sense of belonging that may be absent in their immediate surroundings.

This is why discussions about online safety for children are so important. We need to protect young people, but we must do so in a way that doesn't inadverten

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