The Diversity Center Youth Program, Santa Cruz County The Diversity Center’s Youth Program offers support to teens, families, and schools on issues of gender, sexuality, acceptance, and overcoming discrimination. Check out Diversity Center Youth Program for the most up to date information about meet dates, times, and programming. Rainbow Kids Circle (Ages 5 - 11) - Meets the First Saturday of the Month Rainbow Kids Circle is a monthly 90 minute playgroup for gender diverse, LGBTQ+ kids and allies ages 5-10 and their families. … [Read more...]
LGBTQIA2S+ News
"Trans Day of Visibility: A Message from 6 Trans Community Elders" - GLAAD "A powerful reflection on resilience, history, and community, this story highlights six trans elders sharing their experiences, wisdom, and hope for the future of transgender acceptance in the face of ongoing challenges." "Youth story: My personal inspiration for coming out" - Kids Help Phone "Sometimes, exploring stories from other people who’ve had similar lived experiences can help us feel validated, supported and like we’re not the only ones in the world … [Read more...]
Birds of a Feather Tutoring | Homework Help & Tutoring for LGBTQ and Gender Expansive Students *Scholarships Available*
We Must stand United in Support of our LGBTQ+ Youth
The Safe Schools Project of Santa Cruz County, in collaboration with The Diversity Center, TransFamilies of Santa Cruz County, and the Santa Cruz County Office of Education (SCCOE), have created a resource site to help keep our LGBTQ+ students, families, educators, and community members informed about their rights and how to access legal and support services when needed. Visit the site to learn more: safeschoolsproject.org/California-safe-schools … [Read more...]
29th Annual Queer Youth Leadership Awards, May 9
Join us in honoring and celebrating queer youth leaders and their allies. When: Saturday, May 9, 2026 @ 5:30PM - 8:30PM Where: Pajaro Valley High School Learn more at QYLA.org … [Read more...]
14th Annual Watsonville Film Festival, March 12 – 21
This year, we uphold that film and storytelling are not only art forms, but vital forces for truth, representation, and cultural resistance. At a time when communities of color are too often silenced or misrepresented, cinema becomes a powerful tool to reclaim agency, share our own stories, and inspire positive change. When: March 12 - 21, 2026 Where: Watsonville, Santa Cruz & Salinas Theme: Art as Resistance Learn more at watsonvillefilmfest.org … [Read more...]
Birds of a Feather Tutoring | Homework Help & Tutoring for LGBTQ and Gender Expansive Students *Scholarships Available*
We Must stand United in Support of our LGBTQ+ Youth
The Safe Schools Project of Santa Cruz County, in collaboration with The Diversity Center, TransFamilies of Santa Cruz County, and the Santa Cruz County Office of Education (SCCOE), have created a resource site to help keep our LGBTQ+ students, families, educators, and community members informed about their rights and how to access legal and support services when needed. Visit the site to learn more: safeschoolsproject.org/California-safe-schools … [Read more...]
eQuality Scholarship – Application Now Open!, Application Deadline: January 31
eQuality Scholarship Collaborative awards scholarships to honor and encourage California students for their service to the lesbian/gay/bisexual/transgender community. Scholarship Amount: $6,000 Deadline to Apply: January 31, 2026 www.equalityscholarship.org … [Read more...]
Community Foundation of Santa Cruz County Youth Scholarships, Application Deadline: January 28
16 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. Application Opens: NOW OPEN Application Deadline: January 28, 2026 Scholarship Amount: … [Read more...]