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Hate Crimes and Stigma-Related Experiences Among Sexual Minority Adults in the United States

Prevalence Estimates From a National Probability Sample

Gregory M. Herek

University of California, Davis

Using survey responses collected via the Internet from a U.S. national probability sample of gay, lesbian, and bisexual adults (N = 662), this article reports prevalence estimates of criminal victimization and related experiences based on the target's sexual orientation. Approximately 20% of respondents reported having experienced a person or property crime based on their sexual orientation; about half had experienced verbal harassment, and more than 1 in 10 reported having experienced employment or housing discrimination. Gay men were significantly more likely than lesbians or bisexuals to experience violence and property crimes. Employment and housing discrimination were significantly more likely among gay men and lesbians than among bisexual men and women. Implications for future research and policy are discussed.

Key Words: bisexuals • discrimination • gay men • hate crimes • lesbians • sexual minorities • violence

This version was published on January 1, 2009

Journal of Interpersonal Violence, Vol. 24, No. 1, 54-74 (2009)
DOI: 10.1177/0886260508316477
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