Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month is observed in the United States during the month of May, and recognizes the contributions and influence of Asian Americans and Pacific Islander Americans to the history, culture, and achievements of the United States. AAPI Voices Model Minority No More - Joanna Corpuz (art by her sister, @hellohaupia) Our Story, Our Voice: The Resilience of Queer AAPI Youth - GLSEN Bravespace - A compilation of original songs, sounds, and meditations created by Asian American women and … [Read more...]
Queer & Trans Youth Spring 2023
May 6: Boardwalk Pride, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, 12-7pm, Santa Cruz, Sponsored by Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk & Santa Cruz Pride May 13: 3rd Annual Celebration of LGBTQIA+ High School, Junior High, and Middle School Graduates, New Brighton Middle School, 4-5:30pm, Capitola, Sponsored by Safe Schools Project May 13: 26th Annual Queer Youth Leadership Awards (QYLA), New Brighton Middle School, 5:30-8:30 pm, Capitola, Sponsored by QYLA May 19: Queer Prom “Out of this World”, First Christian Church, (Ages 14 - 18), 6-10 pm, … [Read more...]
LGBTQ+ News
"Darcelle, world’s oldest working drag queen, dies at 92" - AP News "Darcelle, who died Thursday, was crowned the world’s oldest working drag performer in 2016 by the Guinness Book of World Records and was regaling audiences until the very end. As a performer, Darcelle was known for hosting the longest-running drag show on the U.S. West Coast. Off stage, Cole, an Army veteran, championed LGBTQ+ rights and charitable work in Portland." "12 trailblazers to celebrate on Transgender Day of Visibility" - NBC From pioneering … [Read more...]
Save the Date & Reminders
Coming Soon! Queer & Trans Youth Council Zine "The Queer Agenda", May 2023 [Save the Date] 2023 Celebration of LGBTQIA+ Graduates | Santa Cruz County LGBTQIA+ High School, Junior High, and Middle School Students, May 13 The Safe Schools Project of Santa Cruz County is proud to announce the 3rd Annual Graduation Ceremony to honor LGBTQIA+ High School, Junior High & Middle School Students. Through this LGBTQIA+ graduation, we wish to acknowledge the amazing achievements and contributions many students have made towards their … [Read more...]
National Coming Out Hotline – A program of the LGBT National Help Center
It's been our mission from the beginning to offer these important things for those in need: All LGBTQIA+ peer-support A safe space Respect to those who seek our help Acceptance and affirmation Supportive listening, not advice Answers to factual questions Resources locally, nationally, and internationally Programs Available Coming Out Support Hotline Online Peer Support Chat Youth Chatrooms (Moderated / LGBT Teens or Trans Teens) … [Read more...]
Pajaro Valley Pride Scholarship, Deadline: May 31, 2023
This year, Pajaro Valley Pride will award scholarships ranging from $500-$2000 (depending on availability) to students based on their academic successes as well as their involvement in social justice activism either on their school campus or in the community. Scholarships will be awarded regardless of citizenship. Applications In Both English And Spanish Are Welcome. Las Solicitudes Tanto En Inglés Como En Español Son Bienvenidas.Questions? visit pajarovalleypride.org/scholarship or email pajarovalleypride@gmail.com … [Read more...]
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26th Annual Queer Youth Leadership Awards, May 13
Please join us in honoring & celebrating Queer Youth Leaders and their Allies! ***Simultaneous Spanish Translation provided*** When: Saturday, May 13th @ 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM Where: New Brighton Middle School Performing Arts Center, Capitola Event Schedule 5:30-6:00 pm: Community Resource Fair 6:00-7:00 pm: Catered Buffet Dinner 7:00-8:30 pm: Awards Ceremony Tickets are Now Available! Tickets are purchased through Eventbrite, learn more at qyla.org/purchase-tickets/ Cost: $25 - $125 Sliding Scale / Help support … [Read more...]
The Diversity Center | Weekly Queer Youth Social – Saturdays @ 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
The Diversity Center Youth Program welcomes you to the center on Saturdays from 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm for a Queer Youth Social. Help us make decorations for Queer Prom, play games, make alien antennas! You are also welcome to join our Queer Youth Support Group from 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm and practice some creative self-care! Where: The Diversity Center Questions? Contact Meggie Pina meggie.pina@diversitycenter.org … [Read more...]
Upcoming Events for Queer & Trans Youth Spring 2023
April 14: National Day of Silence May 6: Queer Boardwalk Day / Santa Cruz May 13: 3rd Annual Celebration of LGBTQIA+ Graduates / Capitola May 13: 26th Annual Queer Youth Leadership Awards / Capitola May 19: Queer Youth Prom / Watsonville June 4: Santa Cruz Pride / Santa Cruz Save the Date: Youth Camp OUT! August 4 - 6 / Watsonville Save the Date: Pajaro Valley Pride, August 20 / Watsonville … [Read more...]