Thank you for your help in supporting Tracy Cockerham's Wharf to Wharf run on Sunday, July 26th to benefit the QYTF! Tracy has raised $800 so far. We would be grateful for additional funds to reach our goal. 3 Days Remaining! It's easy a make a donation! Funds raised will go directly to support many of our programs such as sending queer and ally youth to conferences, organizing the 2015 Safe Schools Project's Queer Youth Summit, providing weekly Queer Youth Updates and supporting internships. The 2015 Wharf to Wharf takes place on … [Read more...]
[Reminder] Out in Our Faith Presents “Call Me Kuchu”, Tonight, July 18
Join Temple Beth El, Ocean Gate Zen Center, and the Diversity Center for the Santa Cruz premiere of the film “Call Me Kuchu” with special Ugandan guest speaker John “Long Jones” Abdallah Wambere, and Dharma Rain Zen Center practitioner David Robinson, to share their experiences with Uganda’s anti-homosexual laws. Refreshments provided. **Youth are welcome to this event** When: Saturday, July 18th, 2015 @ 7pm - 9pm Where: Temple Beth El, 3055 Porter Gulch Rd, Aptos, CA 95003 Cost = $3 - $10 (Sliding scale, no one will be turned away for lack … [Read more...]
[Reminder] PFLAG of Santa Cruz County Presents: “Four Decades: Gay Beach Volleyball at the Boardwalk”
Please join us as participants, celebrating their 37th season this year, will be sharing about one of the oldest, continuous gatherings in our community, as well as about the ways in which they contribute to the community. When: Tuesday, July 14th , 2015 @ 7:00 – 9:00 pm Where: Peace United Church of Christ, 900 High Street, Santa Cruz, 95060 For more information: pflagscc@gmail.com, www.pflagscc.org or (831) 427-4016. … [Read more...]
[Reminder] 2015 Gender Spectrum Conference, July 11 & 12, Moraga, CA
The Gender Spectrum Conference is an opportunity for youth and families to spend a weekend gaining the resources, information, and community needed to help young people effectively navigate their world. Click Here to learn about this years Middle and High School youth programs! When: Saturday July 11th, 2015 - Sunday July 12th, 2015 Where: Saint Mary’s College of California, 1928 Saint Mary’s Road, Moraga, CA 94556 Visit genderspectrum.org for more information and to register today! … [Read more...]
[Reminder] Out in Our Faith Presents “Call Me Kuchu”, July 18
Join Temple Beth El, Ocean Gate Zen Center, and the Diversity Center for the Santa Cruz premiere of the film “Call Me Kuchu” with special Ugandan guest speaker John “Long Jones” Abdallah Wambere, and Dharma Rain Zen Center practitioner David Robinson, to share their experiences with Uganda’s anti-homosexual laws. Refreshments provided. When: Saturday, July 18th, 2015 @ 7pm - 9pm Where: Temple Beth El, 3055 Porter Gulch Rd, Aptos, CA 95003 Cost = $3 - $10 (Sliding scale, no one will be turned away for lack of funds.) For more information … [Read more...]
[Reminder] PFLAG Santa Cruz County: “Transforming the Workplace”, June 9
This month's meeting will feature Adam Spickler and Dayna Sinopoli! Dayna and Adam will share with us their journey of transitioning and of being out in the work place. Both of them actively work to give back to the community and to educate through their work as Triangle Speakers among other things. Dayna works in a hospital and volunteers in the community. Adam is involved in both the local non- profit and government sectors of our community. When: Tuesday, June 9th, 2015 @ 7:00 – 9:00 pm Where: Peace United Church of Christ, 900 High … [Read more...]
[Reminder] GLSEN: 2015 National School Climate Survey
GLSEN is seeking middle and high school aged youth to participate in their ninth national survey of LGBT youth! “The information gathered from this survey will help GLSEN to inform education policymakers and the public about the right of all students to be treated with respect in their schools. Many students in the past have also used the survey information to advocate with their teachers and principals for safer schools for LGBT students.” For more information and to complete the survey visit GLSEN … [Read more...]
[Reminder] 21st Annual Gay Prom “Fame Not Shame – A Night to be a Celeb”, June 6, Hayward
We welcome LGBTQQI2-S & Allies ages 20 and Under! Network with other youth across the bay area and dance the night away! When: Saturday, June 6th, 2015 @ 7pm - Midnight Where: Chabot College, 25555 Hesperian Blvd., Hayward, CA 94544 Cost: $25 per person - Prepaid groups of 10 or more $20 per person For more information contact: (510) 247 - 8200 or visit gayprom.org … [Read more...]
[Reminder] PFLAG of Santa Cruz County: Special Guest Jennifer Hastings Founder of the Transgender Health Care Program, May 12
Jennifer Hastings, Assistant Clinical Professor, UCSF will be discussing her work within the Transgender Community as well as her work to increase medical access and understanding about the gender journey. We hope you will be able to join us! When: Tuesday, May 12, 2015 @ 7:00 – 9:00 pm Where: Peace United Church of Christ, 900 High Street, Santa Cruz, 95060 Questions? Contact us at pflagscc@gmail.com, pflagscc.org or call (831) 427-4016. … [Read more...]
[Reminder] The GLBT Alliance: Marriage Equality Discussion & Audio Presentation
Please join the GLBT Alliance for a special audio presentation and panel discussion to analyze the Supreme Court’s hearing on marriage equality. More details can be found in the attached flyer. All are welcome! When: Saturday, May 2nd, 2015 @ 2pm - 4pm Where: Santa Cruz County Democratic Party Headquarters, 740 Front Street, Suite #165, Santa Cruz, CA Cost: FREE! Co-sponsors include the Santa Cruz Chapter of the ACLU, the Diversity Center and the People’s Democratic Club of Santa Cruz County. … [Read more...]