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LESSONS FROM LONDON: Colin Falconer, director of innovation at the Foyer Federation in London, was the keynote speaker at Foyer of Philadelphia’s Oct. 25 symposium on LGBT youth homelessness. Staged in partnership with Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia’s Connect to Protect program, the event featured housing resources for youth and a discussion with providers from throughout the nation on the alternatives available for homeless youth and those aging out of foster care. Photo: Scott A. Drake
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