Please join us as we honor & celebrate queer youth leadership. The Aptos High School “Rainbow Alliance” Gay-Straight Alliance (GSA) has chosen the theme “Rainbow Renaissance: The Birds, Bee’s and the Somewhere In-between’s.” When: Saturday, May 7th, 2016 @ 5:30pm Where: Aptos High School, 100 Mariner Way, Aptos, CA 95003 Planning on attending? RSVP on Facebook and share the event with your friends and family! Visit QYLA.org for more information, volunteer opportunities, or to purchase tickets! … [Read more...]
[Reminder] Diversity Center Youth Program’s Queer Youth Weekly Meet-Ups [Every Friday & Saturday]
Watsonville Queer Youth Meet-upWhen: Fridays 3:30pm - 6pmWhere: First Christian Church in Watsonville Santa Cruz Queer Youth Meet-upWhen: Saturdays 1pm - 3:00pmWhere: Diversity Center in Santa Cruz Queer Youth Leadership Meet-UpWhen: Saturdays 3pm - 3:30pmWhere: Diversity Center in Santa Cruz For more information contact the LGBTQ Youth Program at (831) 425 - 5422 x104 or email youth@diversitycenter.org … [Read more...]
[Reminder] Trans Self Defense Training, April 30 – This Saturday!
The Diversity Center is offering two free self-defense classes for the Trans* and GenderFluid/GenderNonBinary communities. In this class, youth and adults will learn how to avoid danger by getting away, use verbal and physical skills to protect themselves, and understand prevention and safety strategies. Please fill out the registration form - and share with folks you know who would like to participate. Click Here to Register When: Saturday, April 30th, 2016 Class 1: 10am - noon & Class 2: 1pm - 3pm Where: Community Foundation, 7807 … [Read more...]
[Reminder] QYLA Art Show at the 2016 Queer Youth Leadership Awards [Deadline April 25]
Back by popular demand, the QYLA Art Show is looking for middle and high school LGBTIQ & Ally 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 25 to be included in the show. For more information or to submit a photo of your art, contact us at art@QYLA.org … [Read more...]
[Reminder] Diversity Center Youth Program’s Queer Youth Weekly Meet-Ups [Every Friday & Saturday]
Watsonville Queer Youth Meet-up When: Fridays 3:30pm - 6pmWhere: First Christian Church in Watsonville Santa Cruz Queer Youth Meet-up When: Saturdays 1pm - 3:00pmWhere: Diversity Center in Santa Cruz Queer Youth Leadership Meet-Up When: Saturdays 3pm - 3:30pmWhere: Diversity Center in Santa Cruz For more information contact the LGBTQ Youth Program at (831) 425 - 5422 x104 or email youth@diversitycenter.org … [Read more...]
[Reminder] The Diversity Center Youth Program Presents: Breaking the Silence Rally!
Join youth across the county in breaking the silence after Day of Silence. There will be poets, musicians, and speakers throughout the event. ***CALL OUT for youth speakers and performers for this event is ongoing! Youth poets, activists, bands, etc. interested in performing at this rally can email youth@diversitycenter.org to sign up.*** When: Friday, April 15th, 2016 @ 4pm - 6:30pm Where: Santa Cruz Clock Tower For more information contact: youth@diversitycenter.org or call (831) 425 - 5422 … [Read more...]
[Reminder] Diversity Center Youth Program’s Queer Youth Weekly Meet-Ups [Every Friday & Saturday]
Watsonville Queer Youth Meet-up When: Fridays 3:30pm - 6pmWhere: First Christian Church in Watsonville Santa Cruz Queer Youth Meet-up When: Saturdays 1pm - 3:00pmWhere: Diversity Center in Santa Cruz Queer Youth Leadership Meet-Up When: Saturdays 3pm - 3:30pmWhere: Diversity Center in Santa Cruz For more information contact the LGBTQ Youth Program at (831) 425 - 5422 x104 or emailyouth@diversitycenter.org … [Read more...]
[Reminder] GSA Advocacy & Youth Leadership Academy (GAYLA) 2016 Nor Cal Region – Deadline Soon!
GAYLA participants will gain valuable leadership experience through a full day of training and advocacy activities to enhance their understanding on how legislation and policy affect our daily lives. When: Saturday, April 9th, 2016 @ 8am - 6pm Where: Preservation Park, 1233 Preservation Park Way, Oakland, CA 94612 Ages: 14 - 18 Visit GSA Network to register today! … [Read more...]
[Reminder] Transgender Day of Visibility, March 31
What is the Transgender Day of Visibility? TDOV is a day to show your support for the trans community. It aims to bring attention to the accomplishments of trans people around the globe while fighting cissexism and transphobia by spreading knowledge of the trans community. Unlike Transgender Day of Remembrance, this is not a day for mourning: this is a day of empowerment and getting the recognition we deserve! Visit Trans Student Educational Resources for ideas on participating this year! … [Read more...]
[Reminder] Breaking the Silence Rally Call-Out: Musicians, Poets, & Speakers
Whether you sing, play an instrument, write poetry, or simply want to speak, our Youth Program invites you to perform for its Breaking the Silence Rally on April 15th! Event begins at 4pm. Contact the Youth Program Coordinators, Tate Carey and Alex Santana Jr, by Monday, March 21st if you are interested in signing up! Email them at youth@diversitycenter.org, or call 831-425-5422. … [Read more...]