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...]

Uniting POC and Queer/Trans* People Saturday, Feb 11, 2017 9:30 am - 2:00 pm Watsonville High School, Watsonville Register Now and Reserve Your Spot! Online Registration Open All Middle School & High School Students Welcome Meet students throughout the Santa Cruz County area -- from Watsonville, Salinas to Scotts Valley -- who are working to help create safer schools in their community! Lunch and Snacks Provided Experience workshops put on by fellow youth and community resources Meet LGBTIQ/Ally Community … [Read more...]

The Diversity Center's Intergenerational Mixer will be an opportunity for students and seniors to share their stories. Each student will be paired with a senior so that inter-generational learning can take place. Come enjoy snacks and each other's company at this fun event. Please RSVP at intern@diversitycenter.org. When:  Saturday, February 4, 2017 @ 4pm - 6pm Where:  The Diversity Center … [Read more...]

Meet students throughout the Santa Cruz County area -- from Watsonville, Salinas to Scotts Valley -- who are working to help create safer schools in their community! Lunch and Snacks Provided.  Experience workshops put on by fellow youth and community resources.  Meet LGBTIQ/Ally Community Leaders. Plus a Fruit Smoothie Party! - Register Today When: Saturday, February 11th, 2017 @ 9:30am - 2pm Where: Watsonville High School, Watsonville, CA *** All Middle & High school students welcome *** For more information, please contact us … [Read more...]

Point Foundation - Application Deadline: January 30th Apply Now at The Point Foundation 2017 Equality Scholarship - Application Deadline: February 1st 2017 To learn more about eligibility, selection criteria, submitting an application, or have general questions visit equalityscholarship.org … [Read more...]

Point Foundation - Application Deadline: January 1st Apply Now at The Point Foundation 2017 Equality Scholarship - Application Deadline: February 1st 2017 To learn more about eligibility, selection criteria, submitting an application, or have general questions visit equalityscholarship.org Over the last ten years many local youth have been awarded! Students from Watsonville High, Harbor High, Pacific Collegiate, and North Monterey County High School! … [Read more...]