Ruth Ellis Center
Ruth Ellis Center logo | |
| Founded | 1999 |
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| Focus | Runaway, homeless and at-risk LGBTQ youth |
| Location | |
Area served | Southeast Michigan |
| Services | Drop-in center, street outreach program, transitional living, and emergency housing shelter |
Key people | Mark Erwin, executive director |
| Website | www |
The Ruth Ellis Center (REC) is a social services agency in the Detroit area that serves the needs of runaway, homeless and at-risk lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBTQ) youth. REC is named in honor of the life and work of Ruth Ellis, who was an African-American lesbian from Detroit known for her service to people in need.