A Gay-Straight Alliance (GSA), Genders and Sexualities Alliance (GSA), Queer-Straight Alliance (QSA), Sexuality and Gender Acceptance (SAGA), Queer Intersectional Alliance (QIA), Rainbow, or Pride Club is a student-run club, typically in a high school or middle school, which provides a safe place for students to meet, support each other, talk about issues related to sexual orientation, and work to end homophobia and transphobia. Local Resources | Santa Cruz County & Surrounding Area Safe Schools Project - Resources for queer youth … [Read more...]

The GLSEN Freedom Fellowship is intended for young adults 18 - 25. This fellowship is a unique opportunity to dive deep into local work, and explore opportunities that can make schools a safer place for LGBTQ2S+ students. GLSEN's Chapter Network is comprised of over 40 chapters working to change their local K-12 education conditions to ensure LGBTQ2S+ youth are safe and supported. Compensation: Each fellow will be provided with a $25,000 stipend dispersed over 12 months. Deadline to Apply: Friday, January 19, 2024 Learn more about the … [Read more...]

Queer Youth Updates is a program of the Safe Schools Project Editor: Sarananda S. Osheim Do you know of a local LGBTQ+ youth friendly event? Please share it with us!         … [Read more...]

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"Scholarship Applications Tips and Advice" - National Society of High School Scholars Former NSHSS Scholarship Director, Dr. Susan Thurman, offers up some helpful tips for students applying for scholarships. These tips are relevant to students applying for any scholarship. "How to Apply for Scholarships" - Sallie Mae Get tips on college scholarship applications and choosing which scholarships to apply for. Top 10 Tips for Writing Effective Scholarship Essays - Clackamas Community College "When you are faced with the … [Read more...]

Queer Youth Task Force of Santa Cruz County  Available Spring 2024 Internships & School Credit for K-12 Students – If you are a middle school and high school student interested in attaining community service hours for a queer youth project, internships and school credit can be arranged. Please select one of the QYTF Projects that interests you and then secure a teacher or advisor who will sponsor your community hours. The Task Force can help identify a teacher on your campus if needed. Then, please contact us. One-time short project … [Read more...]

Community Foundation of Santa Cruz County 15 Different Scholarships are Available for Santa Cruz County high school students!  The descriptions on the Community Foundation of Santa Cruz County website provide a summary of the eligibility qualifications established by the generous donors who have provided the award opportunities. Scholarships range in award amount and include both one-time awards and renewable awards. Award amounts are subject to change from year to year. Scholarship Amount = Varies Application Opens: Late … [Read more...]