Teen Vogue exclusively presents the annual GLAAD 20 Under 20 list honoring outstanding LGBTQ youth. You can view Q Lincht's GLAAD bio here … [Read more...]
Upcoming EDI Educators Youth Programming, Santa Cruz
This month we've got fun and resources for queer youth, queer young adults, and caregivers of queer young folks too. Join us for movie nights, queer trivia trophies, emergency preparedness kits, so many snacks, clothing swaps, equity workshop signups, and a bunch of ways to make a Halloween costume (and some handy skills for the rest of the year too). Learn more by following us on socials, checking out the community calendar at cafilmculture.org, or just coming by! … [Read more...]
October is LGBT History Month!
LGBT History Month | 31 Days 31 Icons / LGBT History Month celebrates the achievements of 31 lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender Icons. Each day in October, a new LGBT Icon is featured with a video, bio, bibliography, downloadable images and other resources lgbthistorymonth.com Looking for community and safe spaces? Check out the "Weekly/Monthly Queer & Trans Youth Programs" section below to see what programs are available for queer and trans youth locally. Local Resources Santa Cruz Office of … [Read more...]
Queer Youth Updates of Santa Cruz County
Keynote Speaker, T-shirt Design, and Co-emcees Announced for the Fall 2024 Queer, Trans, and Allied Student Summit of the Central Coast. "Corals and Queerness: Resilience in the Face of Adversity" https://youtu.be/EakqNIla8To?si=ihinvUaUpztkWZEw A free summit that is led by youth leaders from the tri-county area. This upcoming summit will provide students the opportunity to: Experience workshops created by fellow youth and community organizers. Meet students from throughout Santa Cruz County, Monterey County, and San … [Read more...]
Santa Cruz Gives – 2024 Holiday Giving Program Proposals, Deadline to Apply: September 6
What is Santa Cruz Gives? Santa Cruz Gives is a holiday fundraising program founded in 2015 in Santa Cruz County. The goal is to create a local network of donors and increase giving via crowdsourcing, as we are able to reach more donors. By making it easy to give to various nonprofits on one site, we hope to inspire donors to dig a little deeper and give a little more than they might otherwise. Questions or interested in applying? Review the FAQ first and then apply here Learn more at santacruzgives.org … [Read more...]
Your Voice Matters – Register to Vote for 2024 Election!
Your vote can impact decisions made on a local, state, and national level! If you will be 18 on or before the next Election Day, you may use the California Online Registration. California law also allows 16 and 17-year-olds to pre-register to vote online or complete a voter registration card. The young voters are activated as soon as they are 18 years old. … [Read more...]
Boardwalk PRIDE, September 21, Santa Cruz
Show your PRIDE and celebrate the LGBTQ+ community with free entertainment, info booths, and a giveaway. When: Saturday, September 21, 2024 @ 11am Where: Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Learn more at beachboardwalk.com/pride … [Read more...]
Santa Cruz County Office of Education | Youth Led Leadership Alliance
The Youth Led Leadership Alliance is a network of 7 different leadership groups sponsored by the Santa Cruz County Office of Education working together to develop leadership skills and make an impact across their community. All groups meet once a week on Tuesdays in a hybrid format, and once a month on Saturdays in person at either the County Office of Education in Santa Cruz, or the Sequoia High Schools campus in Watsonville. These groups include: Youth for Environmental Action - Students passionate about environmental justice and … [Read more...]
Upcoming EDI Educators Youth Programming, Santa Cruz
California Film & Cultural Center (CAFACC) Grand Opening!, Sept 4 - Sept 8 California Film & Cultural Center will be having a grand opening for the community center to kick off September! Join us 9/4-9/8 for movie screenings, giveaways, meetups, sales, Amnesty Days, signups for leadership and creative workshops, equity handouts, and more. Come through any and all days for free fun and community building! The very first day we're officially open is Queer Movie Night, too. Saturdays: Queer Youth Meetup We'll focus on some back to … [Read more...]
Upcoming Diversity Center Youth Programming, Santa Cruz
Rainbow Garden Club: Halloween-themed LED Candle Decorations, Sept 7 Join us for a spooktacular Rainbow Garden Club! We’ll be crafting our own Halloween-themed LED candle decorations. Get creative as we transform ordinary candles into eerie, enchanting centerpieces perfect for the season. Whether you’re into ghostly designs, pumpkin patterns, or something truly unique, we’ll provide all the materials and guidance you need. Come light up your Halloween with a personal touch, and take home your handmade candle decorations to add a warm, spooky … [Read more...]