The Safe Schools Project is proud to announce Inclusive Progress Rainbow Flags for classrooms in its effort to make sure LGBTQIA2S+ students and staff feel safe at school. The Inclusive Progress Rainbow Flag is 12” x 18” and includes grommets. Inspired by Conor O’Brien, he/him, Santa Cruz High School Rainbow Alliance Advisor. To request Rainbow Flags for your campus, let us know: How many flags for your campus Name of school and district Pony delivery or pick-up Questions: info@safeschoolsproject.org Sign up … [Read more...]
Crisis Support
Weekly/Monthly Queer & Trans Youth Programs
The Diversity Center Youth Program, Santa Cruz County The Diversity Center’s Youth Program offers support to teens, families, and schools on issues of gender, sexuality, acceptance, and overcoming discrimination. Check out Diversity Center Youth Program for the most up to date information about meet dates, times, and programming. Rainbow Kids Circle (Ages 5 - 11) - Meets the First Saturday of the Month Rainbow Kids Circle is a monthly 90 minute playgroup for gender diverse, LGBTQ+ kids and allies ages 5-10 and their families. … [Read more...]
LGBTQIA2S+ News
"A Magic: The Gathering YouTuber Has Raised Nearly $500,000 For Trans Lifeline" - them "Much to the chagrin of “anti-woke” gamers, Magic has been a staple of queer and trans nerd culture for literal decades. The game itself has expanded over time to incorporate canonically trans characters and stories, such as the game’s first explicitly trans character Alesha, Who Smiles at Death, nonbinary planeswalker Niko Aris, and trans cowboy Yuma." … [Read more...]
Reminders
We Must stand United in Support of our Immigrant Community In partnership with CAB, Community Bridges, and Watsonville Law Center, the Santa Cruz County Office of Education (SCCOE) launched a resource site to help keep our immigrant students, families, and community members informed about their rights and how to access legal and support services when needed. Visit the site to learn more: https://susderechos.info 13th Annual Watsonville Film Festival, March 6 - 25 Join us for the 13th Annual Watsonville Film Festival is a … [Read more...]
Why Joy Is a Serious Way to Take Action | Pattie Gonia | TED
"While doom and gloom may wake people up, joy keeps them in the fight, says drag queen and environmentalist Pattie Gonia. With humor, creativity and a dress made of thrifted shower curtains and upcycled pink flamingo pool floaties, Pattie shows why embracing fun might be the key to building a stronger, more inclusive climate movement. (Recorded at TED Countdown: Overcoming Dilemmas in the Green Transition on October 30, 2024)" https://youtu.be/Qvm9k5Wnafs?si=GzrB2wQYv4-NWOTO … [Read more...]
Action for Trans Allies – 25+ ways you can support transgender, non-binary, and intersex people today!
Note: This is a valuable resource that includes a majority of free opportunities. "We realize it can be hard to know how to help, so here are some concreate strategies to help get you started. We will be adding to this list, so please heck back for additional suggestions. We encourage you to leverage your privilege, do what is within your capacity, set reminders to ongoing action, and share this list with others. " Resource available here … [Read more...]
2025 Pajaro Valley Pride Scholarship, Deadline to Apply: May 31st, 2025
Pajaro Valley Pride was created by a group of Watsonville residents who serve the LGBTQIA+ community. We want our young leaders to thrive, and we want to support them by providing them with some of the resources needed to help them achieve their long-term goals. We build bridges with the general community in South Santa Cruz County through our annual Pride Event and by collaborating with local community organizations on events throughout the year. This year, Pajaro Valley Pride will award scholarships ranging from $500-$2000 (depending on … [Read more...]
Upcoming Youth Programs & Events @ The Diversity Center, Santa Cruz
Queer Prom Planning Committee, March 10 The Diversity Center is excited to begin planning for our annual Queer Prom, a magical evening celebrating LGBTQ+ joy and community. We’re inviting high school students to join the Queer Prom Planning Committee to help make this event unforgettable! When: Monday, March 10 @ 4:15 - 5 pm Where: Zoom Ages: LGBTQ+ and allies in High School in Santa Cruz and Monterey Counties Your ideas are valuable and we’d love for you to help shape this special event. No prior event planning experience is … [Read more...]