"Growing up, Nick Lee struggled with his mental health from a young age, and his mood was often dictated by his performance on the tennis court. Now a graduate student studying sport psychology at Boston University, Lee is better at coping with his anxiety. His goal is to pass on those skills to other young athletes, which he’ll be doing over the upcoming weekend at the Matt Stevenson Junior Tennis Tournament, the only junior tennis tournament in the country that promotes the importance of youth mental health." Out Sports … [Read more...]
“Newsom signs trans refuge law, other LGBTQ bills” – The Bay Area Reporter
"As of January 1, California will become a refuge for parents and their transgender children seeking gender-affirming health care banned in their home states. Under a law set to take effect at the start of 2023, officials in the Golden State will refuse to participate in any legal action the families' home states take against them." The Bay Area Reporter … [Read more...]
“Out candidates seek Silicon Valley council seats” – The Bay Area Reporter
"Three gay and two bisexual candidates are seeking council seats throughout Silicon Valley this November. The outcomes of the various races could see the first out person elected to San Jose's city council in decades and double the number of LGBTQ council members on the Peninsula and in the South Bay." San Jose City Council candidate Omar Torres. Photo: Courtesy Omar Torres The Bay Area Reporter … [Read more...]
“Youth activists hold D.C. rally for LGBTQ rights” – The Los Angeles Blade
"About 100 youth activists and their supporters from throughout the country turned out for a rally on Monday, Sept. 12, at D.C. ‘s John Marshall Park near the U.S. Capitol to call on Congress to pass the LGBTQ nondiscrimination legislation known as the Equality Act." The Los Angeles Blade … [Read more...]
Understanding Gender
Fall 2022 Youth & Adult Summit Reminders
LGBT History Month | 31 Days 31 Icons
LGBT History Month celebrates the achievements of 31 lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender Icons. Each day in October, a new LGBT Icon is featured with a video, bio, bibliography, downloadable images and other resources. … [Read more...]
GSA Network | 3 Elements of a Strong GSA Club
Starting a GSA or leading a club this year? Learn more below! … [Read more...]
Thursdays are our LGBTQ+ specific drop-in hours at The Epicenter! If you are or know an LGBTQ+ identifying young person seeking community or support, Thursdays are a great opportunity to find it. Hope to see you soon!
Learn more at Pajaro Valley Pride … [Read more...]
“Our Gente” Thursday Drop-in Hours @ The Epicenter / Salinas – In Person
Thursdays are our LGBTQ+ specific drop-in hours at The Epicenter! If you are or know an LGBTQ+ identifying young person seeking community or support, Thursdays are a great opportunity to find it. Hope to see you soon! … [Read more...]