"The events, organized by Queer Youth Assemble, a nonprofit that serves LGBTQ people under 25, are a response to the wave of state legislation introduced by Republican lawmakers over the last three years that seeks to limit what sports teams transgender students can play on at school, restrict minors’ access to transition-related care and prohibit the instruction of LGBTQ-related topics in schools. The organizers of the events have one central message: Instead of talking about queer youths, talk to them. " … [Read more...]

An estimated 700 demonstrators in San Francisco participated in the March for Queer & Trans Youth Autonomy...Similar marches took place nationwide in many major cities, including Washington, D.C. The events were spearheaded by the organization Queer Youth Assemble and were in response to the anti-drag and anti-trans legislation of the past several months. … [Read more...]

"Santa Cruz County Recognizes Emerging LGBT Trailblazers" - Good Times "To bring the LGBT community out of the shadows of that era, QYTF members realized that they needed to highlight the work of the LGBT community, particularly the youth, who have shown leadership in their communities. Thus, the Queer Youth Leadership Awards was born. Now in its 26th year, the event was created to celebrate the achievements and abilities of queer youth." "Queer youth leaders honored at awards ceremony Saturday" - Santa Cruz Sentinel "When it … [Read more...]

Free Mental Health Support for LGBTQIA+ Youth and Family Members. In-person sessions at The Diversity Center, at your school, or online. Contact mhservices@diversitycenter.org or 831-322-4870 (calls only) … [Read more...]