Looking for Somewhere Safe

LGBTQ+ Youth 

Topic 

Looking for Somewhere Safe 

Overview 

Jordan is a junior high/high school student who recently realizes he is beginning to understand his sexual orientation but feels unable to talk about it with anyone. Seeking connection and acceptance, he uses a dating app and meets someone who claims to be his boyfriend. During their conversations, Jordan is asked to send private photos, which he believes are simply part of a romantic relationship. However, is this truly a safe and genuine relationship, or is Jordan being deceived and exploited by someone he met online? 

Purpose 

To raise awareness about the unique vulnerabilities LGBTQ+ youth may face online, including how individuals can use dating apps, emotional manipulation, and false relationships to exploit young people.

Authors 

Authors: Byeol Park & Dominique Roe-Sepowitz, Ph.D. 

Illustrator: James Lopez 

Published: August 2026 

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