“Queer, trans, gender non-comforming folks, and queer people of color — as well as others who may have challenging relationships with their families — can feel a challenging ambivalence about going home during the breaks daunting task. Here are a few tips for taking care of yourself!” Click Here to view the whole flyer created by UCSC’s Cantu Center … [Read more...]
Please Help Support: Chosen Family Gratitude Potluck for Youth
The Diversity Center's Youth Program is hosting a chosen family potluck so that youth can have a safe space to celebrate with each other. We're asking our fabulous community to contribute to the Youth Thanksgiving Lunch by donating either: A financial contribution ($5-$50) Grocery store food items Thanksgiving dishes or leftovers We at the Diversity Center greatly appreciate anything you can contribute. Thank you for always being wonderful and doing all that you do to help our programs thrive. Please contact … [Read more...]
GSA Network Solidarity Message to GSAs
GSA Family- We know today is a hard day and many of us are scared of what is to come, particularly for our siblings who are not in "blue" states. Know this - we will NEVER stop fighting for you. We will fight tirelessly for your right to live authentically, for your right to education, healthcare, safety, and economic opportunity. Our dream of liberation has not been deferred or diminished because we see the power that you all hold and will work to uplift it, grow it, and make that dream manifest. We see you. We value you. We love you. … [Read more...]
[Reminder] Transgender Day of Remembrance, November 20
The GSA Network also has great ideas on to recognize this day with your GSA and school such as: movie screenings, Trans 101 trainings with staff/interested people, poetry/spoken word, candlelight vigils, and marches - See the full list and tips on organizing visit GSA Network A list of names of those who have died and a detailed history of the event can be found here … [Read more...]
[Reminder] 2016 Youth Empowerment Summit (YES), November 19, 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. When: Saturday, November 19th, 2016 Where: Mission High School, 3750 18th St, San Francisco, CA 94114 Cost: FREE! This includes workshops, resource fair, dance, drag show, plus free HIV testing. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner will be provided. Click Here to Register Click Here to submit a workshop … [Read more...]
Huffington Post Queer Voices: “6 Things You Can Do To Support LGBTQ People Right Now”
“Yet, you don’t have to wait for Trump’s administration to take office to roll up your sleeves. There are concrete and practical steps you can take to support queer people starting today to ensure our physical safety and to make sure that organizations will have the resources to fight discrimination and to educate others about what we’re up against. “ Read the full article in The Huffington Post … [Read more...]
LGBTQ Op-ed: “An Open Letter To Donald Trump From A Gay Educator”
“The LGBTQ community has fought extremely hard for equal rights. People have died along the way, and our struggle still continues. As your Presidency begins, please recognize and show compassion for this struggle. You have spoken about [our] community multiple times during your campaign, now is the time to show us that it wasn’t just politics, but that you have a real sense of humanity.” Read the full article in The Huffington Post … [Read more...]
Transgender Awareness Week with Gender Spectrum
gender spectrum has programs available for each day of the week, which will be recorded and published. Monday, November 14 – Gender Basics: An Introduction to Gender Tuesday, November 15 – Challenging Moments in Conversation: How to Avoid Awkward Situations Wednesday, November 16 – Suicidal Warning Signs Thursday, November 17 – Gender Inclusive School Leadership in Action Friday, November 18 – Creating Gender Inclusive Schools Q&A + Voicemail Series – An Ongoing Conversation About Gender Sunday, November 20 – Navigating the … [Read more...]
Transgender Awareness Week, November 14 – 20
“Transgender Awareness Week (TAW) is an opportunity for students, educators and community members to increase visibility of the transgender community and to raise awareness of the experiences of transgender and gender nonconforming students, who often face hostile school environments.” - GLSEN (guides on being an ally and making your club more inclusive also available) … [Read more...]
[Reminder] PFLAG SCC Presents “Coffee and Conversation”, November 8
Instead of our formal meeting, with support group and program, we are now informal—coffee and conversation. We have found this to be more welcoming and we believe that it allows us to more fully meet the needs of parents and other members of the LGBTQ community. When: Tuesday, November 8th, 2016 @ 7pm (Meets the 2nd Tuesday of every month.) Where: Peace United Church of Christ, 900 High Street, Santa Cruz Contact PFLAG: pflagscc@gmail.com, www.pflagscc.org or 831-427- 4016. … [Read more...]