Meet students throughout Santa Cruz County -- from Scotts Valley to Watsonville -- who are working to help create safer schools in their community! Lunch and Snacks Provided! There will be worshops, opportunity to meet LGBTIQ/Ally Community Leaders, fruit smoothie party, and more! Visit QYTF.org for more information. When: Saturday, October 24th, 2015 @ 9am - 1:30pm Where: Santa Cruz High School, Santa Cruz, CA Ages: All middle school & high school students welcome! CLICK HERE to register today! For information on how to become a … [Read more...]
[Reminder] PFLAG Santa Cruz County Presents: “Stories from the Front Lines: GSA Advisors”, October 13
Join PFLAGSCC for an evening full of stories from GSA Advisors around the county as they discuss how these groups function in our schools. GSA’s (Gay Straight Alliances) have proven to be a lifeline for many of our children. They have also served as support for our LGBTQ youth as they first come out. Through their activities they are able to create a supportive environment where our children are able to advocate for themselves and to have a safe space within the school. When: Tuesday, October 13, 2015 @ 7:00pm – 9:00 pm Where: Peace United … [Read more...]
[Reminder] Queer Youth & Parent Night, October 5
The Diversity Center is committed to creating the best possible local LGBTQ youth program for teens 12-18 years old. We are hosting this youth and parent gathering to update you about what is currently happening in our program and to hear what YOU want for LGBTQ youth in our community. **Special guests at this event include: Noah Brown and Sarah Tisdale from STRANGE of Encompass Community Services.** When: Monday October 5th 2015 @ 7pm - 8:30pm Where: The Diversity Center, 1117 Soquel Ave. Santa Cruz, CA 95062 For more details or … [Read more...]
[Reminder] Saturday Youth Leadership Meet-Up
Sponsored by the Diversity Center of Santa Cruz County's Youth Program, our Saturday group is comprised of youth who have come together to design and implement events and learn leadership skills while connecting with new friends and having a great time. All teens in middle school and high school are welcome to join! When: Saturdays @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Where: The Diversity Center (unless there is a special field trip), 1117 Soquel Avenue, Santa Cruz Visit diversitycenter.org/youth for upcoming events and more information! … [Read more...]
[Reminder] Queer Youth & Parent Night, October 5
The Diversity Center is committed to creating the best possible local LGBTQ youth program for teens 12-18 years old. We are hosting this youth and parent gathering to update you about what is currently happening in our program and to hear what YOU want for LGBTQ youth in our community. **Special guests at this event include: Noah Brown and Sarah Tisdale from STRANGE of Encompass Community Services.** When: Monday October 5th 2015 @ 7pm - 8:30pm Where: The Diversity Center, 1117 Soquel Ave. Santa Cruz, CA 95062 For more details or … [Read more...]
[Reminder] Parent Workshop: Positive Discipline for LGBTQ Families, Oct 15, 22, & 29
Through experiential activities and guest speakers, participants including parents will unlearn the gender binary model and its limitations. Participants will learn about the experience of transgender and gender non-conforming children at different developmental stages and the challenges they, their families and their schools face today. When: Thursday October 15, 22, and 29th, 2015 @ 6pm - 9pm Where: Cabrillo College, Room 1606, 6500 Soquel Dr, Aptos, CA 95003 Registration Cost: $85 For more information and to register online Click Here … [Read more...]
[Reminder] Now Recruiting Teens for Subjects to Change 2015 – 2016 – Deadline to Apply: Sept. 21
The MAH is now accepting applications for the teen program, Subjects to Change! This program is geared for teenagers who want to make a difference in Santa Cruz County by raising awareness of community issues through collaborative arts and creative experiences (think: arts for social change.) Application Due: Monday, September 21st, 2015 Ages: 12 - 18 years old Click Here to learn more and apply today! … [Read more...]
[Reminder] Surf City AIDS Ride, September 20
The Surf City AIDS Ride is a major fundraising event for the Santa Cruz AIDS Project. Our goal is to raise much-needed funds for items and programs which are not otherwise funded by our United Way, state, and federal programs. We also strive to provide, not only a ride that is a substantial challenge for all levels of riders, but is fun, safe, and rewarding for our cyclists, sponsors, and volunteers. 12, 30, 65, and 100 mile routes are available. When: Sunday September 20, 2015 Where: Santa Cruz County Courthouse, 701 Ocean St., Santa Cruz, … [Read more...]
[Reminder] Saturday Youth Leadership Meet-Up
Sponsored by the Diversity Center of Santa Cruz County's Youth Program, our Saturday group is comprised of youth who have come together to design and implement events and learn leadership skills while connecting with new friends and having a great time. All teens in middle school and high school are welcome to join! When: Saturdays @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Where: The Diversity Center (unless there is a special field trip), 1117 Soquel Avenue, Santa Cruz … [Read more...]
[Reminder] Now Recruiting Teens for Subjects to Change 2015 – 2016
The MAH is now accepting applications for the teen program, Subjects to Change! This program is geared for teenagers who want to make a difference in Santa Cruz County by raising awareness of community issues through collaborative arts and creative experiences (think: arts for social change.) Application Due: Monday, September 21st, 2015 Ages: 12 - 18 years old Click Here to learn more and apply today! … [Read more...]