For a complete list of GSA, QSA, SAGA, QIA, Rainbow, and Pride clubs, and their advisors visit the Safe Schools Project GSA List Santa Cruz County Alianza Charter School 4th/5th grade Rainbow Club Aptos High School “Rainbow Alliance” GSA Aptos Junior High School “Pride Club” GSA Branciforte Middle School “The Muskequeers” GSA Branciforte Small Schools Campus: Alternative Family Education, Ark Independent Studies Costanoa High QSA Ceiba College Preparatory Academy GSA Cesar Chavez Middle School GSA C.T. English … [Read more...]
Save the Date! 27th Annual Queer Youth Leadership Awards, May 11, 2024
Join us for the 27th Annual Queer Youth Leadership Awards as we honor LGBTQIA2S+ students and their allies throughout the county! We can’t wait to host you for a night of celebration and fun at Scotts Valley High School in Scotts Valley. Come early for the resource fair at 5:30pm, then enjoy a delicious catered buffet dinner by D’La Colmena Catering at 6:00pm. This year we will recognize our brave LGBTQIA2S+ youth for their activism and authenticity while we reflect on the progress and milestones of our youth over the past 27 years. Our … [Read more...]
Crisis Support
LGBTQIA2S+ Youth Programs
The Diversity Center Youth Program The youth program at TDC provides supportive, educational and social activities for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex, queer and questioning (LGBTIQ) youth. Check out their weekly schedule events at diversitycenter.org/youth Questions? Email youth@diversitycenter.org "Our Gente" @ The Epicenter Presents: "Q-Turn" - In Person Q-TURN is Our Gente’s LGBTQ+ specific set of drop-in hours that happen every Thursday from 12 PM to 5 PM at The Epicenter. Youth participants are welcomed … [Read more...]
Holiday Wellbeing Resources for LGBTQIA2S+ Youth
GSA Network | Queer and Trans Wellness Resources "Wellness encompasses a wide variety of activities, from art to music to reflective exercises. The Trans & Queer Wellness Resources page was developed specifically for trans and queer youth of color who are working to create change in their schools and communities while balancing their physical and mental wellness." - gsanetwork.org/resources/youth-wellness Some highlights are: Holiday Self Care Tips Journaling for Beginners Emotional Safety Plan PDF of these … [Read more...]
Scholarship Application Resources
"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 challenge of … [Read more...]
Internship Opportunities
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...]
LGBTQIA2S+ Youth Scholarships
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...]
National Coming Out Day, October 11
Human Rights Campaign | hrc.org/campaigns/national-coming-out-day Coming Out Resources Center Project THRIVE Webinar: “Breaking Down the Closet Door" | October 11 @ 1PM | The discussion is for parents, caregivers and youth-serving professionals to better understand how to engage with youth who are coming out and how to create affirming spaces. The Trevor Project | The Coming Out Handbook Includes the following topics: Identity, Basics of Sexual Orientation, What is Sex Assigned at Birth?, What is Gender?, Gender Identity, … [Read more...]
