ENS is a Fresno-based annual conference for LGBTQ youth and straight allies who are dedicated to creating safer schools and building the GSA movement in the Central Valley. ENS is youth-planned and youth-led. When: Saturday March 15, 2014 Location: Edison High School, 540 E. California Ave. Fresno, CA 93706 Click Here for more information & registration … [Read more...]
Help Support Ceiba High School’s Gay Straight Alliance and Student Council in Watsonville!
This GSA is a small club, but it is determined to make a big impact both on, and (hopefully soon) off campus. In order for this GSA to establish itself within the community and reach out more than just campus, proper funding is necessary. Your money would go to support trips to the Pride Parade in San Francisco, Youth Conferences, and The Queer Youth Leadership Awards. It would also help order supplies to coordinate events such as The Day of Silence, Harvey Milk Day, Anti-Slur Campaign, and help us reach out to the community. The GSA is … [Read more...]
The Queer Youth Leadership Awards is Looking for an MC and Talent!
QYLA is a Santa Cruz County wide annual award ceremony that recognizes, honors, and celebrates our Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer youth as well as their Allies. This years event will be Saturday May 10th and will have awards, speakers, and talent, in front of around 300 people. The event is recorded and broadcast on Community Television. The QYLA is looking for youth to either be the MC or perform at this event. There are openings for one MC and three Talent performances. Talent can include spoken word, musical performances, … [Read more...]
Ready for Summer?! Here are Some LGBT Inclusive Summer Camps!, Multiple CA Locations
Camp Aranu’tiq, a summer camp for transgender and gender-variant youth. California Summer Leadership Camp: Tuesday, August 5 - Saturday, August 9, 2014 (Ages 16 - 18) California Summer Camp: Sunday, August 10 - Saturday, August 16, 2014 (Ages 8 - 15) Location: The Mountains of Southern California Cost to Attend: $600 per session, but financial assistance is available for students who qualify Visit camparanutiq.org for more information and registration Youth Empowered Action (YEA), Summer Camp is a unique and inspiring leadership … [Read more...]
[Save the Date] 20th Annual Gay Prom “Rainbow Over Wonderland”
A fun filled night with music and dancing with LGBT youth and allies across the bay area! Must be 20 years or under to attend. Dress to Impress! Location: Chabot College, 25555 Hesperian Blvd Hayward, CA 94545 When: Saturday, June, 7th, 2014 @ 7pm to 12am Cost: $25 per person, $20 for prepaid groups of 10 or more Questions? Call: (510) 247 - 8200 or visit gayprom.org … [Read more...]
[Save the Date] Day of Silence 2014, April 11
The National Day of Silence is a day of action in which students across the country vow to take a form of silence to call attention to the silencing effect of anti-LGBT bullying and harassment in schools. Click Here are some easy ways to organize your own Day of Silence event. To register visit dayofsilence.org Interested in being part of the street team for this event? Applications due March 9th, Click Here for more information … [Read more...]
Schools Continue to Support All Students After Attempt to Repeal the School Success and Opportunity Act Fails
“Today, the effort to repeal the School Success and Opportunity Act - California's new law ensuring that all youth have the opportunity to succeed in school - failed to qualify for the ballot” Read More at the GSA Network … [Read more...]
What is STRANGE?
STRANGE is a Santa Cruz County youth driven program for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Questioning (LGBTQ) and allied youth ages 12-18. STRANGE Support Group: The STRANGE support group offers a safe and supportive space, a place to meet new people, and an opportunity to talk about what’s important. The group is led by a licensed therapist experienced in working with queer youth. The group meets every Monday from 4:00 to 6:00 pm at 271 Water Street in Santa Cruz. Visit STRANGE on Facebook! STRANGE is a joint project of The … [Read more...]
Lambda Literary Foundation Presents LGBT Writers in Schools
A nationwide program that connects LGBT writers with GSAs, students and classrooms for free via Skype or in-person visits. Your GSA can plan a LGBT Writers in Schools event via Skype or in-person. Pick out a book you would like to read or author your GSA would like to meet (we take requests). Then, simply contact LGBT Writers in Schools to set the date! A great way to support the FAIR Education Act. Cost = Free! Contact: Monica Carter at mcarter@lambdaliterary.org Click Here to Learn More … [Read more...]
[Reminder] LGBTQ Youth and Allies Valentine’s Day Dance, Feb 14
A fun filled night with music, dancing, friends, and new people! When: 6pm - 10pm, Friday, February 14th 2014 Location: Harbor High School, 300 La Fonda Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062 Interested in volunteering? Contact strange@diversitycenter.org STRANGE is a joint project of The Diversity Center and Encompass Community Services. … [Read more...]