YES is a free annual conference for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer (LGBTQ) and ally youth activists who are dedicated to racial, economic, and educational justice for trans* and queer youth. YES is youth-planned and youth-led. Our theme this year is"#BlackTransLivesMatter Solidarity." The day includes: workshops, drag show, resource fair, and dance, plus free HIV testing. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner provided. When: Saturday, November 21st, 2015 @ 9am - 8:30pm Where: O’Connell (John) High, 2355 Folsom St. San Francisco, CA … [Read more...]
Equality Scholarship – 2016 Scholarship Application Now Open
The Equality Scholarship recognizes youth throughout Central and Northern California who have demonstrated service to the LGBTQ community. It is expected that the collaborative will award one $12,000 scholarship and 10 or more $6,0000 scholarships to put towards college expenses for graduating high school seniors. To learn more about eligibility, selection criteria, submitting an application, or have general questions visit equalityscholarship.org Deadline to Apply: Monday, February 1st, 2016 … [Read more...]
LGBTQ Youth Meet-up Upcoming Meetings
The Diversity Center's LGBTQ Youth Program is looking for youth ages 12 - 18 to join our dynamic team of youth activists and leaders within the LGBTQ and ally community! For more information contact the LGBTQ Youth Program at 831-425-5422x104 or email youth@diversitycenter.org Upcoming Dates: When: Saturday, November 14, 2015 @ 1:00pm – 3:30pmLocation: The Diversity Center When: Saturday, November 21, 2015 @9:00am – 8:00pmLocation: LGBTQ Youth Meetup at YES Conference, John O'Connell High School, San Francisco … [Read more...]
LGBT Local News: Good Times Front Cover Story, “Bedside Manners
“Navigating the health care system can be a nightmare for transgender individuals. But some local providers are working to change that” Read the full article in The Good Times … [Read more...]
[Reminder] GSA Network’s 11th Annual Youth Empowerment Summit (YES), November 21, SF
YES is a free annual conference for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer (LGBTQ) and ally youth activists who are dedicated to racial, economic, and educational justice for trans* and queer youth. YES is youth-planned and youth-led. Our theme this year is "#BlackTransLivesMatter Solidarity." The day includes: workshops, drag show, resource fair, and dance, plus free HIV testing. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner provided. When: Saturday, November 21st, 2015 @ 9am - 8:30pm Where: O’Connell (John) High, 2355 Folsom St. San Francisco, CA … [Read more...]
[Reminder] PFLAG SCC invites you to join us for Coffee & Conversation, November 10
PFLAG is celebrating the art of conversation during the holidays. We are trying out a new meeting format for the next couple of months. Instead of our formal meeting, with support group and program, we are going informal—coffee and conversation. We are hoping that this will be more welcoming and will allow us to more fully meet the needs of parents and other members of the LGBTQ community. When: Tuesday, November 10th, 2015 @ 7pm Where: Peace United Church of Christ, 900 High Street, Santa Cruz Contact us at pflagscc@gmail.com, … [Read more...]
[Reminder] “Queer Youth Art Project – Identity and the Self-Portrait” Presented by The Diversity Center of Santa Cruz County’s Youth Program and The Santa Cruz Art League
Have FUN with your queer peers learning drawing techniques that will help you express your beautiful self! There will be gallery showings across Santa Cruz County including at the Queer Youth Leadership Awards! Email Tate at youth@diversitycenter.org to get signed up. First Class: Sunday, November 8th, 2015 @ 12:30pm-3:30pm ** One class per month through May at the Santa Cruz Art League 526 Broadway, Santa Cruz, CA 95060** … [Read more...]
[Reminder – This Saturday!] Queer Youth Halloween Party, Santa Cruz, Oct 31
Join youth across Santa Cruz County and have some Halloween fun! This is a costume party complete with movies, music, candy and snacks! Sponsored by the Queer Youth Program at the Diversity Center and the STRANGE program at Encompass. When: Saturday October 31st, 2015 @ 5pm - 9pm Where: The Diversity Center, 1117 Soquel Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062 ** This event will be held instead of the weekly “Queer Youth Meet-Up” ** Questions? Email youth@diversitycenter.org … [Read more...]
[Reminder] “Queer Youth Art Project – Identity and the Self-Portrait” Presented by The Diversity Center of Santa Cruz County’s Youth Program and The Santa Cruz Art League
Have FUN with your queer peers learning drawing techniques that will help you express your beautiful self! There will be gallery showings across Santa Cruz County including at the Queer Youth Leadership Awards! Email Tate at youth@diversitycenter.org to get signed up. First Class: Sunday, November 8th, 2015 @ 12:30pm-3:30pm ** One class per month through May at the Santa Cruz Art League 526 Broadway, Santa Cruz, CA 95060** … [Read more...]
[Reminder: This Saturday!] Queer & Ally Student Summit 2015: Ensuring Safer Schools, Building Student/Teacher Dialogues, October 24
Meet students throughout Santa Cruz County -- from Scotts Valley to Watsonville -- who are working to help create safer schools in their community! Lunch and Snacks Provided! There will be worshops, opportunity to meet LGBTIQ/Ally Community Leaders, fruit smoothie party, and more! For more information visit QYTF.org, email info@QYTF.org or call (831) 427-4004 When: Saturday, October 24th, 2015 @ 9am - 1:30pm Where: Santa Cruz High School, Santa Cruz, CA Ages: All middle school & high school students welcome! CLICK HERE to register … [Read more...]