For the full and most updated list, please visit hipscc.org/naloxone … [Read more...]
Weekly/Monthly Queer & Trans Youth Programs
The Diversity Center Youth Program, Santa Cruz County The Diversity Center’s Youth Program offers support to teens, families, and schools on issues of gender, sexuality, acceptance, and overcoming discrimination. Check out Diversity Center Youth Program for the most up to date information about meet dates, times, and programming. Rainbow Kids Circle (Ages 5 - 11) - Meets the First Saturday of the Month Rainbow Kids Circle is a monthly 90 minute playgroup for gender diverse, LGBTQ+ kids and allies ages 5-10 and their families. Kids … [Read more...]
LGBTQIA2S+ News
"How Trans Kids Can Protect Themselves Now That Trump Is in Office" - Teen Vogue "...Though the government can exclude trans people from federal sex discrimination protections and make it more difficult for trans people to navigate certain spaces, the government cannot decide who you are or how you identify." "Thailand same-sex marriage law takes effect: "Every love is the same" - CBS News "Hundreds of LGBTQ couples in Thailand got married Thursday as the country's landmark marriage equality law came into effect. Thailand is the … [Read more...]
Reminders
2024 - 2025 GSA’s, QSA’s, SAGA’s, Rainbow, and Pride Clubs in Santa Cruz and Monterey County We’re delighted to share an updated list of GSA, QSA, SAGA, Rainbow, and Pride clubs for 2025! Please share the link with your students and GSA Google Classrooms so students can share with their families, friends, and community. safeschoolsproject.org/programs/gsa-list Santa Cruz County Alianza Charter School QSA Aptos Junior High School “Pride Club” GSA Branciforte Middle School “The Muskequeers” GSA Ceiba College Preparatory … [Read more...]
GLSEN | Op-Ed Writing for LGBTQ+ Youth
"Op-eds give you the platform to challenge harmful rhetoric, highlight the real impact of antiLGBTQ+ policies, and propose solutions. Writing an op-ed not only allows you to counter misinformation but also empowers others to stand in solidarity with you and your community." Learn more and download the guide at GLSEN … [Read more...]
Our Trans Truth | Two Spirit Joy Zine Submissions – Submissions Due: March 1
"In 2023, GJLP and TLC launched the Trans Joy Zine, a zine dedicated to the joy and passions of trans youth across the country. Last year, we continued this project with the Black Trans Joy Zine. This year, we are continuing the zine with a new edition: The Two Spirit Joy Zine! We want to interrupt the cycle of doom and gloom we’ve seen on social media these past few years by curating an intentional collection of joyful, uplifting content created by Indigenous trans, nonbinary, Two Spirit youth artists under the age of 25! That’s why we’re … [Read more...]
[Save the Date] 13th Annual Watsonville Film Festival, March 6 – 25
Join us for the 13th Annual Watsonville Film Festival is a celebration of Latine & Indigenous filmmakers, culture and community! Los esperamos! Learn more at watsonvillefilmfest.org … [Read more...]
Upcoming Youth Programs & Events @ The Diversity Center, Santa Cruz
GSA Rainbow Skate Night, February 21 Get ready to skate and glow! The Diversity Center and B40 Muskequeers and Gault Rainbow Dolphins are teaming up to bring you a FREE GSA Rainbow Skate Night! Whether you're a pro skater or just learning, come join the fun at the Santa Cruz Roller Palladium. Sign up Here! What’s included? Free skate rentals (so no excuses not to join in!) You can also bring your own skates if you have them. Yummy snacks to keep you fueled An awesome chance to meet new friends and build community with the … [Read more...]
Upcoming Youth Programming @ EDI Educators
February events include lots of storytelling, community actions, and intentionally intersectional programs! Youth are invited to join us every Saturday afternoon for the Queer Youth Meet Up, where we're having a blast with queer activist PowerPoint parties, a safety & security online workshop, our annual Palentines celebration, and some political organizing where we get you the tools to fight for what you believe in. At Felton SAGA, we're diving into BlackxQueer cowboy culture. It's history, sure, but it's also BEDAZZLING.You're also … [Read more...]
2025 Queer Youth Leadership Awards Nominations Open Jan 28 – Feb 28
The Queer Youth Task Force of Santa Cruz County is seeking to honor local lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, asexual, two-spirit (LGBTQIA2S+) youth and their allies at the 2025 Queer Youth Leadership Awards (QYLA)! Eligible awardees are those who have shown outstanding leadership, academic excellence, or community engagement as a LGBTQIA2S+ youth under the age of 18, or as an ally to LGBTQIA2S+ youth. Allies to LGBTQIA2S+ youth may be a straight youth, or can also be a straight or LGBTQIA2S+ adult. We ask each … [Read more...]