“Angie has had her own coming out. It's taken place over the course of the past few years, an arduous, personal journey — a girl shedding her male skin. It began slowly in middle school and gained speed as a freshman at Salinas High School. It's been a struggle with parents, relatives, classmates, educators — and herself.” Read the full article in The Californian … [Read more...]
LGBT News: Historic Ruling in ACLU Lawsuit: Abstinence-Only Sex Ed Violated State Law
“In the first-ever ruling on California’s 2003 sex education law, Judge Donald S. Black created a legal precedent that California students have a right to sex education that is complete, medically accurate, and free of bias. This historic ruling is the first to find that abstinence-only-until marriage instruction is unlawful on the grounds of medical accuracy and bias.” Read the full article in ACLU … [Read more...]
LGBT News: It’s Our Prom – A Night to De-Gender
“ Embracing who you are and knowing your truth is an act of bravery – especially for kids who don’t fit in with the often narrow gender norms of high school. We firmly believe prom is for everyone, which is why MTV News asked 12 young adults with diverse gender identities to help us create a series of looks that celebrates the fashion and true joy that’s possible when no one is excluded.” Read the full article in MTV News … [Read more...]
LGBT News: Annual Award Event Honors Queer Youth Leaders
“ The task force was founded in 1998 and the awards in 1999 as a way to put out positive stories about the queer community. ‘Sometimes it is difficult to relate to an issue if it doesn’t directly impact you. So the Queer Youth Leadership Awards help humanize an issue that can be very difficult for some people,’ Rosenstein said.” Read the full article in The Santa Cruz Sentinel … [Read more...]
[Reminder] 21st Annual Gay Prom “Fame Not Shame – A Night to be a Celeb”, June 6, Hayward
We welcome LGBTQQI2-S & Allies ages 20 and Under! Network with other youth across the bay area and dance the night away! When: Saturday, June 6th, 2015 @ 7pm - Midnight Where: Chabot College, 25555 Hesperian Blvd., Hayward, CA 94544 Cost: $25 per person - Prepaid groups of 10 or more $20 per person For more information contact: (510) 247 - 8200 or visit gayprom.org … [Read more...]
[Reminder] PFLAG of Santa Cruz County: Special Guest Jennifer Hastings Founder of the Transgender Health Care Program, May 12
Jennifer Hastings, Assistant Clinical Professor, UCSF will be discussing her work within the Transgender Community as well as her work to increase medical access and understanding about the gender journey. We hope you will be able to join us! When: Tuesday, May 12, 2015 @ 7:00 – 9:00 pm Where: Peace United Church of Christ, 900 High Street, Santa Cruz, 95060 Questions? Contact us at pflagscc@gmail.com, pflagscc.org or call (831) 427-4016. … [Read more...]
Save the Date: 2015 Santa Cruz Pride Parade & Festival, June 7
Every first Sunday in June, the Santa Cruz County Community joins with the voices of LGBTQ communities and their allies around the world in celebration of Pride Month. The Santa Cruz Pride Parade & Festival has been made possible for 40+ years because of the – often brave – time, talent, and treasure contributions of our Santa Cruz County community members. As a community member, we ask for your monetary support in creating a safe space for our community members to gather, celebrate, listen, shout, chant, march, learn, exist, break bread, … [Read more...]
Congratulations 2015 QYLA Nominees & Awardees!
Join us in honoring & celebrating Queer Youth & Ally Leaders! 18th Annual Queer Youth Leadership Awards Saturday, May 9, 2015 San Lorenzo Valley High School, Felton 5:30 pm Resource Fair 6:00 pm Catered Buffet Dinner by Village Caterers 7:00 pm Awards Ceremony Watch the QYLA PSA featuring the 2015 QYLA Emcee's, Karen & Sean! The Queer Youth Task Force is proud to announce the 2015 Nominees & Awardees!! Queer Youth Leadership Award, Awardees Adrian Nuñez, Student, Pájaro Valley High School Liz Torres, … [Read more...]
[Updated Story] LGBT News: Fifty Years Pass Since Seminal Dewey’s Sit-ins
“... But the staff took that order further and started denying service to diners whose appearances did not conform to gender norms, which led to about 150 people amassing at the diner April 25 in protest. All were turned away but three teens — two boys and a girl — who refused to leave and were arrested on disorderly conduct charges.” Read the full article in PGN … [Read more...]
[Reminder] 18th Annual Queer Youth Leadership Awards
Join Us in Honoring and Celebrating Queer Youth Leaders! When: Saturday, May 9th, 2015 @ 5:30pm Where: San Lorenzo Valley High School, Felton Cost: Youth & Seniors = $10, Adults = $25 - $95 Click Here to purchase your tickets today! For more information, visit www.QYLA.org or call (831) 427-4004 or email us at info@QYLA.org Interested in volunteering? Contact QYLA to get involved with this community event! Flyer Attached for Printing. … [Read more...]