"International Non-Binary Day 2021: Interviews with three of HRC's Youth Ambassadors" - HRC "Even though Western cultures tend to reinforce the idea that gender identity and expression are a strict binary, it’s simply not true. Non-binary people have existed for centuries and they show us every day that knowing one’s self and identity is a powerful thing that no one can strip away." "...To me, the most beautiful part of our acronym is the “+” in LGBTQ+; it reminds us to always strive to add and be more inclusive in our fight … [Read more...]
“Black History Month: 17 LGBTQ black pioneers who made history” – NBC News
In celebration of Black History Month, NBC Out honors the black LGBTQ trailblazers of the past and present. … [Read more...]
Call For Middle and High School LGBTIQ & Ally Artists – Deadline: April 6
The QYLA Art Show is looking for middle and high school 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 6, 2020 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...]
Triangle Speaker Training, April 14
Share your story and create a more welcoming community. LGBTQ+ community members, family, and allies, are invited to join us on April 14th. For more info, email trianglespeakers@diversitycenter.org … [Read more...]
Celebrate Pride in Watsonville!
2nd Annual Pajaro Valley Pride is nearly upon us -- Sunday, August 20th in downtown Watsonville! Pajaro Valley Pride cordially invites you to break out your glitter and best pride costumes and march with them in unity in the heart of Watsonville! Date: Sunday, August 20th, 2017 Opening Ceremony & Pride March: 11:00 AM Pride Festival: 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM Where: Historic Watsonville City Plaza, downtown Watsonville, 358 Main St, Watsonville, CA 95076 Facebook Pajaro Valley Pride We March Together, We Stand Together / … [Read more...]
[Reminder] PFLAG SCC Presents: “Coffee & Conversation” December 8
PFLAG is celebrating the art of conversation during the holidays. We are trying out a new meeting format for the next couple of months. Instead of our formal meeting, with support group and program, we are going informal—coffee and conversation. We are hoping that this will be more welcoming and will allow us to more fully meet the needs of parents and other members of the LGBTQ community. When: Tuesday, December 8th, 2015 @ 7pm Where: Peace United Church of Christ, 900 High Street, Santa Cruz, CA Contact us: pflagscc@gmail.com, … [Read more...]
[Tonight] Transgender Day of Remembrance – Remembering the victims of anti-transgender violence, November 20 @ 7:30pm
Join the Diversity Center's Trans* Support Program for a candlelight vigil. The group will meet at the Clock Tower on River St. Bring candles (or flashlights which can be muted in a paper bag, etc.) and signs. A single-file procession into town may happen, so bring comfortable shoes. When: Friday, November 20th, 2015 @ 7:30pm Where: The Clock Tower, Downtown Santa Cruz … [Read more...]
LGBT Local News: Good Times Front Cover Story, “Bedside Manners
“Navigating the health care system can be a nightmare for transgender individuals. But some local providers are working to change that” Read the full article in The Good Times … [Read more...]
Back to School Resources for LGBT Youth
Gay Straight Alliances Interested in starting a Gay Straight Alliance (GSA)? or need organizing ideas for one that is that is already established? The GSA Network has a step by step guide to creating a GSA, ideas for group activities, fundraising, how to facilitate a meeting, legal rights, what to do if you're experiencing harassment, recruiting members, and much more! Legal Resources Transgender Law Center - transgenderlawcenter.org Lambda Legal - lambdalegal.org Local Resources Safe Schools Project - … [Read more...]
Recap of Watsonville Pride 2015!
For photos and videos from the event visit facebook.com/watsonvillelgbtqpride In the News… Watsonville Shows its Pride - “Pride events have long been ways for communities to show their support for the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people who live among them. More than that, they are ways for those communities to bring visibility to a world once kept under wraps.” - The Register Pajaronian Pride Returns to Watsonville After 3-Year Hiatus - “After a three-year hiatus, Watsonville Pride returned to the downtown plaza on Sunday, … [Read more...]