“In Utah, we want Harvey Milk Boulevard to become that beacon of hope to every LGBTQ and marginalized youth. We want them all to know that they have value, they are loved, and like Harvey, they too can change the world. We are sending a loud message to everyone in our state: We are Utah’s LGBTQ community and we are here to recruit you!” Read the full story in the The Advocate … [Read more...]
LGBT News: GSA Network Youth Leader Rexi Talks About the Importance of Trans-Inclusive School Environments
Watch Rexi, a GSA Network youth leader and Mission High School (SF) alum, talk about the importance of trans-inclusive school environments at the Transform California Bay Area launch. … [Read more...]
LGBT Local News: Trans-Identified UCSC Students Celebrate New, Inclusive Housing Option
“UC Santa Cruz students who identify as transgender, gender-fluid, or nonconforming and their allies have a new housing option on their applications for the fall—a safe and welcoming on-campus home in a supportive community.” Read the full story in the UC Santa Cruz Newscenter … [Read more...]
[Reminder] Diversity Center Youth Program’s Queer Youth Weekly Meet-Ups [Every Friday & Saturday]
Watsonville Queer Youth Meet-up When: Fridays 3:30pm - 6pmWhere: First Christian Church in Watsonville Santa Cruz Queer Youth Meet-up When: Saturdays 1pm - 3:00pmWhere: Diversity Center in Santa Cruz Queer Youth Leadership Meet-Up When: Saturdays 3pm - 3:30pmWhere: Diversity Center in Santa Cruz For more information contact the LGBTQ Youth Program at (831) 425 - 5422 x104 or emailyouth@diversitycenter.org … [Read more...]
[Reminder] Santa Cruz Pride 2016 – March with the Youth Contingent!
Pride is swiftly approaching! The Diversity Center Youth Program will be marching in the pride parade, and want a large youth contingent to join them! When: Sunday June 5th, 2016 Where: Downtown Santa Cruz Register for Free Today! … [Read more...]
[Reminder] Queer Camp 2016, August 12 – 14 [Registration Now Open]
Spend time with a welcoming community that accepts you and everyone under the rainbow! The Diversity Center's annual Queer Camp is a three day, two night camp for youth ages 12-18 who identify under the LGBTQ+ spectrum, or are simply amazing allies. Click Here to register today! Limited space available! When: Friday August 12 - Sunday, August 14, 2016 Where: Mt. Madonna St. Park in Watsonville Cost: $125 Suggested donation; no one turned away for lack of funds. Questions? Email youth@diversitycenter.org … [Read more...]
24th Annual Santa Cruz Dyke Trans March
The annual Santa Cruz Dyke Trans March is revving up for its annual celebration! Will you be joining them? When: Saturday, June 4th, 2016 @ 3:30pm Where: Santa Cruz Clock Tower, 101 Water St, Santa Cruz, CA For more information visit santacruzdykemarch.com … [Read more...]
Gender Spectrum has released, Transgender Students and School Bathrooms: Frequently Asked Questions
Gender Spectrum has released, Transgender Students and School Bathrooms: Frequently Asked Questions to address many of the common questions that arise for school leaders at the school and district level as they work to create gender-inclusive school environments. Anticipating and listening to these concerns and providing concrete responses to them will allow school officials to successfully respond to the majority of situations related to this topic. This resource is endorsed and supported by the American School Counselor Association, the … [Read more...]
LGBT News: Thanks, Obama…No, Really, THANKS!
“As transgender millennials, we seem to be getting the backlash of it all. Yet with lives of young people at risk everyday, we need the nation to realize one thing: this really is not a conversation about restrooms. Instead, this is a conversation about whether or not we are ready to empower the next generation to live as who they truly are on school grounds, bring about the next wave of change and education, and yes, pee in peace.” Read the full article in BuzzFeed … [Read more...]
[Reminder] Queer Camp 2016, August 12 – 14 [Registration Now Open]
Spend time with a welcoming community that accepts you and everyone under the rainbow! The Diversity Center's annual Queer Camp is a three day, two night camp for youth ages 12-18 who identify under the LGBTQ+ spectrum, or are simply amazing allies. Click Here to register today! Limited space available! When: Friday August 12 - Sunday, August 14, 2016 Where: Mt. Madonna St. Park in Watsonville Cost: $125 Suggested donation; no one turned away for lack of funds. Questions? Email youth@diversitycenter.org … [Read more...]