Deadline to Apply: Thursday, April, 30th 2015 Lesbian? Gay? Bi? Trans? Queer? Ally? Open to U.S. and non-U.S. citizens (Non-US citizens are eligible as long as they attend an accredited institution in the United States). Our scholarship program is entering its 14th year and supports the next generation of leaders who have already been working tirelessly on numerous programs, projects, and activities aimed at making schools and communities safe and welcoming for all. Visit PFLAG to fill out an application today! … [Read more...]
Statement of Support from Congressmember Sam Farr (D) – Santa Cruz/Monterey
For the 13th year, Congressmember Farr spoke out in support of LGBTIQ youth on the floor of Congress. A local student is mentioned in the speech, Karen Jimenez, from Aptos High School. Watch Farr's National Day of Silence Speech: Read the statement (attached) … [Read more...]
Day of Silence Student Event Resources
Day of Silence Student Event Resources Need some last minute ideas for planning your GSA’s Day of Silence event? Check out ‘Tips for the Last Minute Organizer’ To access and print Day of Silence speaking cards Click Here Need ideas on what sort of activities to organize on Day of Silence? Click Here For more resources, tips, and planning ideas visit dayofsilence.org … [Read more...]
Queer Youth Leadership Awards!
Dear Friend of Queer Youth, Please join us in honoring & celebrating queer youth leaders at the 18th Annual Queer Youth Leadership Awards on Saturday, May 9th at San Lorenzo Valley High School at 5:30 pm! Sponsor or Host a Table! Whether you're a group of friends, a business or community organization, consider attending QYLA as a group and sponsoring a table. Each table seats 10 persons. You'll be able to sit together and enjoy the dinner and awards ceremony together. Each table will be listed as a co-sponsor at the event. Final … [Read more...]
LGBT News: Celebrating the Trans 100’s Women of Color
“The Trans 100 — an annual list of 100 trans Americans accomplished in the fields of advocacy and art — is all about positive visibility.” See the full list and article in The Advocate … [Read more...]
[Reminder] PFLAG Santa Cruz County: “Creating Families Through Local Adoption and Foster Care”, April 14
Please join us as we discuss adoption and foster care as a way to create warm and loving families in the LGBTQ Community. The first hour is dedicated to discussion groups and the second will feature first hand stories of adoption and foster care. When: Tuesday, April 14th 2015 @ 7pm - 9pm Where: Peace United Church of Christ, 900 High Street, Santa Cruz, CA Questions? Contact PFLAG at pflagscc@gmail.com, pflagscc.org or call (831) 427-4016. … [Read more...]
[Reminder] First Annual Diversity Dance, April 17
Enjoy an evening of refreshments, a fashion show, music, and much more! This event will begin after the Day of Silence march in downtown Santa Cruz. When: Friday, April 17th 2015 @ 6pm - 9pm Where: Santa Cruz High School Cafeteria, 415 Walnut Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA Ages: High school students ages 14 - 18 welcome with permission slip Cost: FREE! Donations to support the cause accepted. The FINE PRINT: No Alcohol, No Drugs, Random Breathalyzer Checks, All students must have completed and signed Permission slip to enter. Be Kind and … [Read more...]
Queer & Ally Youth Talent Auditions for QYLA
LGBTQIA Celebration of Self: A Masquerade Ball Looking for Talent & Emcees * Do you sing? Solo or with friends? * Do you dance? Solo or with a troupe? * Do you play an instrument? Solo act or in a band? * Do you have a skit you would like to perform? * Have you written poetry/prose you would like to recite? * Would you like to be one of the emcees's for this years Awards Ceremony? We are looking for youth emcees and several youth performance artists or groups to perform for the 2015 Queer Youth Leadership … [Read more...]
LGBT News: PHOTOS: Queer and Trans Youth Speak Out
“What followed was a decade of Smith photographing Matty and 64 other diverse queer and trans youth (including herself), ages 14 to 24, and having them hand-write their own perceptions of self, which serve as the eye-catching backdrops to their vibrant photos. Smith followed up with many of her subjects, showing their growth over time in a way rarely seen in similar photo projects. “ See the photographs and read the full article in The Advocate … [Read more...]
LGBT News: This May Be The Youngest Ever Same-Sex Kiss On US TV
“ABC Family show The Fosters has screened a kiss between two 13-year-old boys, delighting fans of the groundbreaking show that follows a family of five biological, adopted and foster children parented by lesbian mothers.” Read more on BuzzFeed … [Read more...]