Some topics of discussion are: How to run better meetings, plan events, have an organized GSA, what your legal rights are, support for Transgender and Gender Non-Conforming students, and build safer school for LGBT students. Make sure to give the staff member two weeks or more advance notice if you are interested in scheduling a visit. Northern California Regional Staff Member Courtney Mummert (415) 552-4229 norcal@gsanetwork.org … [Read more...]
GSA Network: Conducting a School Survey
Are you curious about how the LGBT climate is at your school? The GSA Network has created a guide to creating a survey, how to distribute it, and other helpful information to get your GSA started. To learn more Click Here … [Read more...]
National Week of Action on School Pushout
September 28 - October 5 What is a School Pushout? A School Pushout is when schools implement policies that hinder student progress and discourage them from continuing their education. These policies include “zero tolerance”, suspensions, harsh discipline, and punishing youth defending themselves against bullying. LGBT youth, students of color, and ones with disabilities are more likely to be affected by these policies. To stand against these policies and get your campus involved in this week of action visit the GSA Network to get tips on … [Read more...]
QSA/GSA Updates
Does your Queer-Straight Alliance or Gay Straight Alliance have any feedback on an event they held at your school, want to promote an event, or share LGBT related stories? We want to hear from you! Send any updates your QSA/GSA has to QYUpdates@gmail.com … [Read more...]
Introducing New Queer Youth Updates Editor — Sarananda Osheim
Sarananda is entering her senior year at the University of California, Santa Cruz and plans to graduate with her B.A. in Psychology Spring 2013. During her senior year at Harbor High School she was an intern for the Queer Youth Task Force (QYTF). In Spring 2008 she received a Queer Youth Leadership Award and was the recipient of an E-quality Scholarship. This summer Sarananda has been working with the QYTF as an intern, and hopes this newsletter will allow LGBTQI events, peer groups, news, and activism opportunities more accessible to Santa … [Read more...]
Out in Santa Cruz Radio Internship
Did you know that KSCO AM 1080 now has a queer radio show? This is huge for Santa Cruz! Out in Santa Cruz is a local show hosted by our very own professional queers, Steph Taylor and Shaun Ordinario. Out in Santa Cruz is in need of a communications intern to help with research, scheduling, and assist with needs during the show. The show is on Saturday nights from 7-8pm. Please email: hosts@outinsantacruz.com if you would like to interview for this internship. This is not a paid internship, but working with Steph & Shaun is priceless … [Read more...]
Don’t Filter Me: Students, Check Your School’s Web Filter!
Did you know that it’s illegal for public schools to use their web filtering software to deny students access to positive, affirming information about lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender issues while allowing access to anti-gay websites? Click Here to let the American Civil Liberties Union know if you have been blocked from this kind of content! Note: this survey may not be completed by students under 13. … [Read more...]
LGBTQI Youth Scholarship Opportunities
Point Foundation The Point Foundation provides financial assistance to members of the LGBTQ and their early involvement in causes and devotion to making the world a fair place for all. Scholarship: Varies Application Opens: November 2013 Equality Scholarship This scholarship is designed for high school seniors who plan to attend a Junior College or University after graduating. The scholarship is awarded based on service to the LGBTQ community, leadership, hardship or special circumstance, and academic achievement. In previous years … [Read more...]
Local LGBT News: Santa Cruz Transgender Students Happy With New Public School Law
“Jay, a San Lorenzo Valley Middle School transgender student, said the new law allows him to compete in the sports he loves. "I haven't played sports ever. I couldn't get on any team because they're all gender based and sexed based. But now I can" Read more at KSBW … [Read more...]
Our Space: Where it is Safe to be Yourself, Hayward
Our Space is a safe place for YOU to kick it with other LGBTQ youth. During drop-in hours you can get some food, watch LGBTQ movies, access the internet, and get creative with art projects. FIERCE HEART peer support group is on Tuesdays 6:15pm - 7:15pm Drop-In Hours are Mondays and Thursdays 3pm - 7pm Location: 22245 Main Street, Suite 200, Hayward, CA 94541-4028 Questions? stephanie@baycyouth.org Connect through Facebook! … [Read more...]