The Queer Youth Leadership Awards recognizes queer youth across Santa Cruz County for being leaders within their community. This event includes: a resource fair, catered buffet dinner, awards ceremony, and a community dance after the show. ***Check out this special PSA for this years QYLA*** When: Saturday May 13th @ 5:30pm Where:  Pajaro Valley High School, Watsonville Tickets: Adults ($25 - $95 sliding scale), Youth & Seniors ($10) Click Here to purchase tickets Volunteer Opportunities The QYLA is looking for dynamic volunteers to … [Read more...]

The LGBTQ Youth Space and local LGBTQ+ youth leaders have partnered to host the first ever South Bay Youth Pride Festival!  This is a FREE event for and by queer and trans youth in the South Bay! Join us for music, entertainment, food, games & activities, a resources fair, guest speakers, and more! #SBYPF17 was developed by teens looking to unify LGBTQ+ students/GSAs (Gender & Sexuality Alliances) from high schools throughout our county. This event is intended for LGBTQ+ and ally teens. Families/adults supporters of youth are … [Read more...]

Join youth in Watsonville for a breaking the silence rally after Day of Silence. More information soon!  Organized by the Diversity Center Youth Program. When:  Friday, April 21st, 2017 Where:  Watsonville Plaza, Downtown Watsonville For more information contact: youth@diversitycenter.org or call (831) 425 - 5422 … [Read more...]

Join youth in Watsonville for a breaking the silence rally after Day of Silence. More information soon!  Organized by the Diversity Center Youth Program. When:  Friday, April 21st, 2017 Where:  Watsonville Plaza, Downtown Watsonville For more information contact: youth@diversitycenter.org or call (831) 425 - 5422 … [Read more...]

Back by popular demand, the QYLA Art Show is looking for middle and high school artists to share their creations with Santa Cruz County. The QYLA Art Show aims to create a safe and inclusive outlet for queer expression on a public platform. All art submissions should be in by Monday, April 10 to be included in the show. For more information or to submit a photo of your art, contact us at art@QYLA.org QYLA Art Show at the 2017 Queer Youth Leadership Awards on May 13th at 5:30pm at Pájaro Valley High School All art submissions should be in … [Read more...]

You don't need to be out to get down! Party in the closet and dance the Prom night away with your queer-identified friends! Bring a date, bring the squad, or just bring yourself. Food and beverages provided. When: Friday, April 7th, 2017 @ 7pm - 10pm Where:  First Christian Church, 15 Madison St, Watsonville, CA Tickets: $1-$5 (sliding scale donation, no one turned away for lack of funds) This event is for high school students ages 14 - 18 only Entrance with school ID or California ID Bag check at the door This event … [Read more...]

The Queer Youth Task Force of Santa Cruz County is seeking to honor local lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ) youth and their allies at the 2017 Queer Youth Leadership Awards (QYLA)! Eligible awardees are those who have shown outstanding leadership, academic excellence, or community engagement as an LGBTQ youth under the age of 18, or as an ally to LGBTQ youth. Allies to LGBTQ youth may be a straight youth, or can also be a straight or LGBTQ adult. Online Nominations are easy to complete, and are due by March 10, 2017! … [Read more...]

When: Saturday, March 18th, 2017 @ 9am - 5pm Where:  First Christian Church, 15 Madison St. Watsonville, CA 95076 Click Here to RSVP For more information, email: trianglespeakers@diversitycenter.org … [Read more...]

The Queer Youth Task Force of Santa Cruz County is seeking to honor local lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ) youth and their allies at the 2017 Queer Youth Leadership Awards (QYLA)! Eligible awardees are those who have shown outstanding leadership, academic excellence, or community engagement as an LGBTQ youth under the age of 18, or as an ally to LGBTQ youth. Allies to LGBTQ youth may be a straight youth, or can also be a straight or LGBTQ adult. Online Nominations are easy to complete, and are due by March 10, 2017! … [Read more...]

This year, GSA Day for Racial Justice takes place on February 24, 2017. #GSADay4RJ is an annual day of action in February to mobilize for racial justice and celebrate the multiple identities we hold as trans and queer youth. In the past, participants have hosted teach-ins, direct actions, and online campaigns to show solidarity. Check out the Actions page for ideas your community can use, or visit our Past Campaigns page to learn more about how folks have joined the movement in past years. … [Read more...]