The Diversity Center Youth Program, Santa Cruz County The youth program at TDC provides supportive, educational and social activities for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex, queer and questioning (LGBTIQ) youth. Check out their weekly schedule events at diversitycenter.org/youthQuestions? Email youth@diversitycenter.org Weekly and Monthly Happenings Let’s Connect LGBTQ+ Youth Group (4th Wednesday of Every Month @ 2:30 - 5 PM) The Diversity Center is hosting a LGBTQ+ youth group at Pajaro Valley Prevention and Students … [Read more...]
Reminders
Let's Talk About...Youth Rights to Confidential Services via Zoom with Teen Health Outreach, May 8, Zoom Are you curious about your rights when it comes to confidential health services? Teen Health Outreach and The Diversity Center are parenting to offer a virtual talk series called Let’s Talk About... In the workshop, you will: Understand your right to privacy when seeking medical services. Learn how your health information is protected. Discover how you can access certain services without parental consent. Learn about … [Read more...]
Upcoming Diversity Center Youth Programming for May 2024
Youth Rainbow Garden Club: Flower Fest!, May 4 April Showers Bring May Flowers! Join The Diversity Center in making flower crowns while enjoying lemonade to welcome in spring! All supplies will be provided. When: Saturday, May 4, 2024 @ 1 - 2:30 PM Where: The Diversity Center Ages: Youth Program for LGBTQ+, gender diverse youth and allies ages 11-18 Questions? Contact Maddox Maddox.flagg@diversitycenter.org Genderventures Documentary Viewing, May 4 Join us for a special program where LGBTQ+ youth come together to watch a … [Read more...]
27th Annual Queer Youth Leadership Awards, May 11 + QYLA on the Radio + 2024 Call for QYLA Volunteer & PSA!
Join us for the 27th Annual Queer Youth Leadership Awards as we honor LGBTQIA+ students and their allies throughout the county! We can’t wait to host you for a night of celebration and fun at Scotts Valley High School. Come early for the resource fair at 5:30pm, then enjoy a delicious catered buffet dinner by D’La Colmena Catering at 6:00pm. Read the QYLA 2024 Welcome Statement from Superintendent Tanya Krause, Scotts Valley Unified School District (SVUSD). Tune in to learn more about QYLA on the Radio! Closet Free Radio on KZSC 88.1 FM … [Read more...]
Crisis Support
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Weekly/Monthly Queer & Trans Youth Programs
The Diversity Center Youth Program, Santa Cruz County The youth program at TDC provides supportive, educational and social activities for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex, queer and questioning (LGBTIQ) youth. Check out their weekly schedule events at diversitycenter.org/youth Questions? Email youth@diversitycenter.org Weekly and Monthly Happenings Let’s Connect LGBTQ+ Youth Group (4th Wednesday of Every Month @ 2:30 - 5 PM) The Diversity Center is hosting a LGBTQ+ youth group at Pajaro Valley Prevention and Students … [Read more...]
Reminders
Neon Dreams Queer Prom, April 20, Watsonville Embrace the vibrant spirit of Neon Dreams Queer Prom with The Diversity Center! We extend a glowing invitation to LGBTQ+ teens and allies ages 14-18 to join us for a dazzling celebration of authenticity and self-expression. You don't need a date to come to this dance! You do need to complete our Community Connection Survey and show your student ID when you check in at the greeting area. Home-schooled students from Santa Cruz and Monterey counties are welcome! RSVP for this FREE … [Read more...]
Crisis Support
Weekly/Monthly Queer & Trans Youth Programs
The Diversity Center Youth Program, Santa Cruz County The youth program at TDC provides supportive, educational and social activities for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex, queer and questioning (LGBTIQ) youth. Check out their weekly schedule events at diversitycenter.org/youth Questions? Email youth@diversitycenter.org Weekly and Monthly Happenings We’re here and Queer LGBTQ+ Youth Hangout (Weekly on Thursdays @ 4 - 6 PM) Welcome to the most awesome and inclusive hangout spot in town – We’re Here and Queer! Here, … [Read more...]
Reminders
Save-the-Date: Fall 2024 Queer, Trans, and Allied Student Summit, September 28, Watsonville The Safe Schools Project is proud to announce three (3) summits for LGBTQIA2S+ & Allied students and their families, caregivers, educators, and adult allies — all at the same location, day, and time! For teens: Queer, Trans, & Allied Student Summit of the Central Coast — Fall 2024 For adults: Parents/Guardians, Educators, and Adult Allies “Understanding Gender” Workshop — Fall 2024 For elementary students and their families: Glitter … [Read more...]